A profession of their own

In 1978, optometric staff and doctors breathed purpose into a disparate group of office workers, assistants and technicians and defined a bourgeoning profession. Forty years later, paraoptometric professionals are integral to the delivery of quality eye care.Read more >

September 17, 2018

Hurricane Florence makes landfall, doctors prepare for worst

Mandatory evacuations along the Carolinas' shoreline took effect this week. Help support colleagues effected by Hurricane Florence. Read more >

September 13, 2018

September is Life Insurance Awareness Month–where’s yours?

AOAExcel provides affordable coverage and “peace of mind” for you and your family.Read more >

September 11, 2018

$65,500 in grants go to children’s vision projects

Doctors and communities collaborate to meet the needs of underserved children Read more >

September 4, 2018

Learning for a lifetime

AOA Educator of the Year honoree shares why doctors and staff need to stay current on the latest continuing education.Read more >

August 27, 2018

Are you making the most of your AOA membership?

Members can access a wide range of benefits, resources.Read more >

August 6, 2018

‘Like Armageddon:’ Doctor of optometry depicts historic wildfire

Wildfire season exacerbates patients’ dry eye, allergies complaints.Read more >

August 2, 2018