February 3, 2026. Precision is everything in clinical practice. The PECC interns were tasked with verifying the letter sizes on the monitors across our respective lanes. By calculating the exact dimensions relative to the test distance, we ensured that every visual acuity measurement we take is as accurate as possible. It’s all in the details! 

February 3, 2026. Doc Vivian led a deep dive into the pillar of our profession: our organizations. We traced the history of how the Integrated Philippine Association of Optometrists (IPAO) came to be, gaining a better understanding of the foundation that supports our national accredited community. Knowing our history helps us build a better future. 

February 4, 2026. Interns teaching interns! Angel took the lead today, discussing the nuances of conducting a proper visual field exam. From the fundamentals of the Confrontation Test to the specifics of the Bernell Test and the Tangent Screen, it was a great refresher on mapping out our patients' peripheral vision. 

February 4, 2026. A huge Happy Birthday to the Pambansang Supplier of Optometry Supplies and the undisputed "Best in 3D Printing!" Thank you, Tito Jhon Isaac, for keeping our clinics running and our projects innovative. We appreciate everything you do for the Opto community! 

February 5, 2026. The future of vision care is here! We kicked off our Current Trends in Optometry reporting via Google Meet. It was fascinating to see the cutting-edge technology surfacing in our field. My interest is officially piqued for where the profession is headed. 

February 7, 2026. The Arcus Caelestis Basketball Team officially hit the court for our first practice ahead of Opto Days 2026: The Battle of Nations. We’re bringing the energy, though we did have a minor setback, sending healing vibes to Rednel, who took one for the team and got injured during the session. Rest up, we need you for the tournament! 

February 12, 2026. Doc Jason walked us through various ocular diseases, highlighting the specific "hallmarks" that make each condition unique. Learning these diagnostic keys is what turns a student into a clinician. 

February 14, 2026. Happy Valentine’s Day to Arcus Caelestis! ❤️ While others were out on dates, we were being "lawfully good" during our 7th Proficiency Exam. Jurisprudence and Ethics proved to be a real challenge, even the process of elimination couldn't save us this time!

But at the end of the day, being true to ourselves and our future profession is what matters. I hope everyone learns to love Optometry today; if you give your heart to this field, I promise it will eventually reciprocate that love.