Dr. Duan joined the College of Optometry in September of 1994 where she has been teaching Pediatric Optometry as an Assistant Clinical Professor. She is actively engaged in International programs at the college and serves as Senior Coordinator of programs in China. Dr. Duan practices as a consulting Ophthalmologist at the Eye Center of Zhejiang University School of Medicine in China since 2011.

Dr. Duan practiced as an Ophthalmologist in China for five years prior to receiving her Master Degree in Vision Science from SUNY College of Optometry and her Doctor of Optometry degree from the New England College of Optometry.