Member Spotlight
Honoring Charlotte Ferris’ dedication to optometry
A long-time AOA staffer, Charlotte’s dedication to the association was palpable in everything she did. The AOA sends condolences and thanks to the Ferris family for their years of service.
Representation matters in optometry
Although about 13% of the U.S. population is Black, they are woefully underrepresented in optometry. They represent about 2% of practicing doctors of optometry and a little over 3% of full-time students in optometry schools and colleges, according to studies. Black doctors of optometry seek to grow those numbers.
Remembering a true friend of optometry: Patricia Hopping
A crusader for vision and eye care in local, state and national communities, Patricia spread her love for the AOA across the country. The AOA sends condolences and thanks to the Hopping family for their years of service.
AOA’s prestigious leadership program graduates another class
Learn how you can apply or nominate a doctor of optometry for the 2024 AOA Leadership Institute.
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Inspiring the next gen of contact lens leaders
Why and how future doctors can see themselves as cornea and contact lens leaders.
Seeing potential
R. Tracy Williams., O.D., a member of the AOA’s Vision Rehabilitation Committee, on vision rehabilitation and how you can coach patients from a can’t to can mindset.
Taking eye care advocacy to a global scale
Roger Jordan, O.D., one of optometry’s most effective and honored advocates in the U.S., was recently named to lead a key World Council of Optometry committee. On the committee, he will help shape optometry around the globe.
Embracing the journey
The AOA’s 2023 Paraoptometric of the Year says certification was the first step in propelling her career forward—and fueling a passion for the profession.
Born to serve: Active duty paraoptometric professionals provide critical care
September is Paraoptometric Appreciation Month, celebrating optometric practice staff around the country. Two paraoptometric professionals who provide eye care as active-duty veterans in the United States Armed Forces share their stories.
‘Raising the ceiling’
The AOA’s 2023 Optometrist of the Year explains his drive to take optometry higher.