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The Michigan Optometric Association Declares May 10-14 as InfantSEE® Week
May 07, 2010
American Board of Optometry - http://www.americanboardofoptometry.org
April 28, 2010
CMS asserts that physician payments are now being paid at the correct, higher amount authorized by Congress
April 21, 2010
Congress Fails to Prevent Apr. 1 Medicare Pay Cut, ODs Urged to Hold Medicare Claims
April 06, 2010
Information for AOA Members on Health Care Overhaul Legislation
April 01, 2010
Step into Spring: Keeping an ‘Eye’ on Seasonal Allergies
April 01, 2010
Optometric Education ~ The Journal of the Association of Schools and Colleges of Optometry – Winter 2010
February 20, 2010
Vision Changes and Driving - Article from AARP
January 29, 2010
HHS Proposes EHR "Meaningful Use" Criteria
January 07, 2010
Registration and Housing now open for the 2010 Congressional Advocacy Conference
December 02, 2009
How should MOA members respond to latest round of Palmetto/NSC revocation letters?
November 24, 2009
Alert! All Providers for Medicare Advantage Plans Required to Take Course on Medicare Fraud, Waste, and Abuse
November 24, 2009
The American Optometric Association and Digital Healthcare, Inc. Sign Memorandum of Understanding
November 20, 2009
Joint Statement from the American Optometric Association and VSP
October 27, 2009
New Medicare ordering, referring rule takes effect
October 26, 2009
DMEPOS Surety Bond Update
October 02, 2009
AOA Call For Volunteers
November 12, 2009
Unchecked Diabetes May Lead to Future Eye Problems
November 05, 2009
Recession Cutting Into Doctor Visits, According to New Consumer Survey
September 28, 2009
Don't Let Ragweed Be a Sight for Sore Eyes
September 17, 2009
Despite Reports, ODs Remain Exempt for DMEPOS Surety Bond Requirement
September 09, 2009
AOA Gains National Platform for Optometry's Priorities in Health Care Reform
August 27, 2009

Older Doesn’t Always Mean Wiser When it Comes to Age-Related Eye Diseases
June 03, 2010
3-D TV and Movies Look to Attract Viewers But Not Everyone Can ‘See’ What All the Hype is About
May 18, 2010
An Eye Opener: Overexposure to UV Rays Can Lead to Eye Diseases
May 03, 2010
Protective Eyewear is Vital to Prevent Sports-Related Eye Injuries
April 14, 2010
Step into Spring: Keeping an ‘Eye’ on Seasonal Allergies
April 01, 2010
Make sure your baby can clearly see the world
March 18, 2010
Keep Sunglasses Out of Hibernation During Winter Months
December 15, 2009
Northern Michigan: Survey Shows Americans Lack Significant Knowledge of Age-Related Vision Problems
November 18, 2009
Southern Michigan: Survey Shows Americans Lack Significant Knowledge of Age-Related Vision Problems
November 18, 2009
Unchecked Diabetes May Lead to Future Eye Problems
November 05, 2009
TIP SHEET: Keep an EYE on Makeup
November 18, 2009
Michigan Optometric Association Warns: Halloween Eye Wear Accessories May Permanently Damage Eyes
October 08, 2009
Recession Cutting Into Doctor Visits, According to New Consumer Survey
September 29, 2009
Don't Let Ragweed Be a Sight for Sore Eyes
September 16, 2009
VISION USA™ Provides the Uninsured with No-Cost Eye Exams
September 01, 2009

Older Doesn’t Always Mean Wiser When it Comes to Age-Related Eye Diseases
June 03, 2010
3-D TV and Movies Look to Attract Viewers But Not Everyone Can ‘See’ What All the Hype is About
May 18, 2010
An Eye Opener: Overexposure to UV Rays Can Lead to Eye Diseases
May 03, 2010
Protective Eyewear is Vital to Prevent Sports-Related Eye Injuries
April 14, 2010
Step into Spring: Keeping an ‘Eye’ on Seasonal Allergies
April 01, 2010
Eyeglasses Go from Geek to Chic
March 04, 2010
Healthy Vision on the Job is Everyone’s Business
February 19, 2010
Bennington Township Resident Dr. Richard Ball Awarded Legislator of the Year by the Michigan Optometric Association
February 02, 2010
Glaucoma Takes Sight without Warning: Michigan Optometric Association Offers Advice to Help Protect Against Vision Loss
January 04, 2010
Keep Sunglasses Out of Hibernation During Winter Months
December 15, 2009
Survey Shows that Americans Lack Significant Knowledge of Age-Related Vision Problems
November 16, 2009
2009 American Eye-Q® Survey Executive Summary
November 13, 2009
Unchecked Diabetes May Lead to Future Eye Problems
November 05, 2009
Recession Cutting Into Doctor Visits, According to New Consumer Survey
September 28, 2009
Don't Let Ragweed Be a Sight for Sore Eyes
September 17, 2009
VISION USA™ Provides the Uninsured with No-Cost Eye Exams
September 01, 2009
Michigan Optometric Association Member Dr. Edward Stein Wins Lifetime Achievement Award
August 17, 2009
Make Eye Exams Part of the Back to School Routine
July 27, 2009
Michigan Optometric Association Names New Board Members
July 27, 2009
Michigan Optometric Association Member Dr. Kalaczinski Wins Young Optometrist of the Year
July 27, 2009
Michigan Paraoptometric Association Member, Dianna Sweet, Honored Nationally as Paraoptometric of the Year
July 27, 2009
Protect Your Eyes During July 4th Celebrations
June 01, 2009
Reduce the Risk of Eye Injuries this Spring
May 04, 2009
Comprehensive eye examinations help children prepare for school
August 05, 2008
Kehoe Installed as 87th AOA President
July 31, 2008
AOA Champions National Effort to Combat Diabetes
May 08, 2008
An Eye Opening Reality: UV Protection for Eyes Especially Important During Summer Months
May 05, 2008
Majority of Sports-Related Eye Injuries are Preventable with Protective Eyewear
April 01, 2008
Contact Lens Video: What You Need to Know About Contact Lens Hygiene & Compliance
July 30, 2007

The CPC Mock Practical DVD is now available to view online!
February 05, 2010
2010 Certification Renewal Update
November 12, 2009
New CPO Study Flash Cards Now available for examination preparation
October 28, 2009
Paraoptometric Section seeking nominations for the Paraoptometric of the Year Award
October 28, 2009
New in November- “Optimizing Efficiency in the Optical Dispensary” Education Module
October 28, 2009
Coming in December- “Fitting Soft Toric Contact Lenses” Education Module
October 28, 2009
FREE Practical Exam DVD
September 29, 2009
Year in Review of 2008 Examination Candidates Available
March 12, 2009
IMPORTANT INPUT REQUIRED – CPC – 2009 CPC Job Analysis Survey
January 21, 2009
Paraoptometric Certification 2009 Exam Schedule Announced
January 05, 2009
New Feature! Study Resource Information Available
November 18, 2008
AOA releases 2007-2008 annual report: Working Together in 6,500 Communities
November 14, 2008
Optometry's Career Center® Now Open to Paraoptometrics
April 11, 2008
Continuing Education Article Archive Now Available
March 31, 2008
Optometry's Meeting™ Registration Open
February 04, 2008
Order new ABCs of Optical Dispensing Education Module
January 14, 2008
AOA Paraoptometric Section Speakers' Bureau
October 22, 2007

Optometrists: Doctors on the Frontline
of Eye and Vision Care

Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye.

Public Health

Community Health Centers – partnering with the National Association of Community Health Centers, the AOA is working to improve access to center eye and vision care services.

Healthy Eyes Healthy People® – Healthy Eyes Healthy People® is an ambitious public-private initiative to improve the eye and visual health of the American public.