FTC: 1-800 Contacts stifling competition

AOA commends FTC action against 1-800 Contacts’ anti-competitive sales practices.Read more >

August 11, 2016

Doctors of optometry can play a role in erasing health disparities

Learn how doctors can increase access to affordable, cost-effective and high-quality care in medically underserved communities.Read more >

August 10, 2016

‘GMA’ Investigates raises red flag on Opternative

AOA president calls Opternative test “foolhardy” and “dangerous.”Read more >

August 9, 2016

Doctors’ of optometry AMD assessments comparable to ophthalmologists

Study suggests doctors of optometry could share care, reducing hospital workload.Read more >

August 8, 2016

UPDATE: Look for signs of depression, anxiety in patients with declining visual outcomes

Visual impairment can negatively affect patients’ perceived—and actual—quality of life.Read more >

August 5, 2016

Doctors of optometry carry the torch for athletes

Meet the AOA members helping elite athletes fulfill their true potential—and achieve their Olympic dreams.Program helps doctors meet new patients and get involved in their communities.Read more >

August 4, 2016