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- 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
- Make Eye Exams Part of the Back to School Routine
August 04, 2009 - AOA releases 2007-2008 annual report: Working Together in 6,500 Communities
November 14, 2008 - Ready for School - Information for parents regarding children's vision
July 20, 2009 - Comprehensive eye examinations help children prepare for school
August 05, 2008 - Occupational Eye Protection: updated and expanded information now available
April 10, 2008 - Majority of Sports-Related Eye Injuries are Preventable with Protective Eyewear
April 01, 2008 - InfantSEE® Video: Eyes to the World
August 22, 2007 - Contact Lens Video: What You Need to Know About Contact Lens Hygiene & Compliance
July 30, 2007
- 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
- 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
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.
- Doctors of Optometry and their Education
- Optometrists are Changing Lives
- Optometrists and their Communities
- Ethics & Values
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.
InfantSEE® – affords a one-time, comprehensive eye assessment at no cost for infants in their first years of life.
VISION USA™ – helps low-income, uninsured people and their families by providing basic eye health and vision care services free of charge.
Optometric Disaster Relief Fund – offers optometrists financial assistance for damages incurred from natural disasters.
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