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Helping doctors like you safeguard your patients' eyesight is central to the AOA's core mission of serving as a reliable public resource on issues affecting Americans' eye health and vision care. When you join AOA, you connect with our network of 49,000 optometry professionals working together to address vital issues impacting our profession.
As an AOA member you will:
- Get the latest in optometric trends, techniques and technology.
- Earn more.
- Save money with exclusive discounts.
- Expand your knowledge.
- Get access to valuable clinical, business and career resources.
- Receive membership for your entire paraoptometric staff as part of your membership—for free!
- Join your state affiliate—so you become an integral part of two powerful organizations.
Doctors of optometry challenge reasoning behind proposed Eyeglass Rule changes at FTC workshop
The recent workshop heard testimony from various stakeholders on the potential impact that proposed changes to the Eyeglass Rule might have on consumer choice and the burden on the practices of doctors of optometry and ophthalmology, which are already understaffed and saddled with other federal regulation. The Federal Trade Commission will use the feedback to determine whether to go forward with its recommendations.
Common coding Qs answered
These are the coding questions your colleagues are asking—and the answers from the AOA’s experts could help you.
The heat is on: Ensure patients’ protective eyewear is, too
Some doctors of optometry may see an increase in patients seeking care during the summer months, whether they’re playing sports or battling dry air conditions. Be prepared to share your expertise.