Dr. Westcott is one of a select few optometrists in Florida to become a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry. The letters 'FAAO' after an optometrist's name signifies that the doctor has met the rigorous qualifications for Fellowship and has been evaluated against the highest standards of professional competence (visit www.aaopt.org for more information). Fellowship with the American Academy of Optometry demonstrates a commitment to evidence-based practice and a commitment to lifelong learning for the advancement of patient care. This is why Fellows of the American Academy of Optometry have continued education requirements beyond the minimum requirement of the state's board of optometry.
Dr. Westcott has been published in Optometry and Vision Science Journal, a prominent scientific peer reviewed journal. OCT in a Myelinated Retinal Nerve Fiber Syndrome with Reduced Vision. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27529609.
Currently, Dr. Westcott is pursuing additional fellowships: Fellow of the College of Optometrists in Vision Development (FCOVD) and Fellow of the Scleral Lens Education Society (FSLS).
In addition to her love of treating patients, she enjoys spending her time working out, swimming, biking, going to the beach, reading on a variety of subjects, playing guitar, and spending time with her nieces and nephews, while being an active member in the community.