11/21/2025
Meet Dr. Vaishali Keswani, OD — an optometrist whose story begins far from the clinic.
"I was born in Uganda and came to Toronto, Canada in 1972 as a refugee. That experience taught me the value of resilience, hard work, and community. I witnessed my parents' struggle at an early age to find their footing while learning a new language, finding new careers and raising two children in an unfamiliar land. These values have shaped me in how I approach patient care and teamwork."
Her journey with 20/20 Onsite started with a simple LinkedIn message:
"My journey with 2020 On-site actually began on LinkedIn, when a recruiter reached out to me about an opportunity to work on clinical trials. He connected me with Dr. Gibson. After learning more about the mission and how you were transforming access to clinical research through mobile vision clinics, I knew it was a perfect fit."
What keeps her coming back?
"I think what I love most is the sense of purpose and teamwork. It is really remarkable."
When asked what mindset is needed for this work, she shares:
"One needs to be flexible, curious and have a positive patient-focused mindset to do this kind of work. Patients' availability can change at the drop of a hat, and we need to accommodate that with a positive demeanor. I have to say the best part is working with the team from the top down. Everyone is so approachable and positive. I have a great relationship with all the clinical managers. We always have a great time!
Dr. Keswani reminds us that being part of 20/20 Onsite's OD Network means bringing your whole story, your compassion, and your spirit of adventure to work that truly matters.
Are you an OD looking for:
- Flexible travel opportunities that fit around your life
- Meaningful work that brings care directly to patients and families
- A supportive, collaborative team environment from top to bottom
- The chance to connect with diverse patients and communities across the country
If so, join our OD Network.
📩 To learn more, set up a quick chat with Dr. Katherine Harkins, Director of Optometry, at kharkins@2020onsite.com
