Millions of Americans are exposed to excessive screen time, particularly those who work in office jobs. AOA’s Eye Deserve More campaign released a new report revealing the cost of unmanaged screen time symptoms to be $151 billion per year and how doctors of optometry play an essential role in preventing further costs through annual comprehensive exams. Read the full report.
The profession's premier annual event comes to Nashville, Tennessee, June 19-22, for four days of industry-renowned continuing education and staff training, exhibits, networking, career-building opportunities and more. Early bird registration is available through March 31.
Reimbursement and coverage fairness for doctors of optometry continues to be one of the AOA’s highest advocacy priorities. Access the AOA Health and Vision Plan Action Report, a daily tally of member-doctor challenges with plans, to see how the AOA is advocating on behalf of the profession.

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AOA boosts support for optometrists rocked by Change Healthcare cyberattack

In light of the recent cyberattack and its national impact on health care, Optometry Cares® —The AOA Foundation announces immediate financial relief. Learn how to apply for a grant.

Optometric foundation’s track record leads to $2.5 million grant for children’s eye care in Ohio

The state’s new Children’s Vision Initiative will work toward providing eye care to students throughout the state via the Ohio Optometric Foundation’s iSee program. Under the program, doctors of optometry volunteer to provide services to students who have been referred by school nurses and teachers.

115 years of family eye care

What Natalie Noble, O.D., has learned from three previous generations of optometrists. She is the fourth generation of her family to serve Pennsylvania communities.

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