Inside Optometry
ACOE Standards updates take effect: What they mean for optometric education programs
Professional Optometric Degree Program accreditation standards took effect Jan. 1, ensuring the continued educational rigor necessary for optometry’s expanding and essential role in health care.
Show off your unique cases, research at this year’s Optometry’s Meeting®
Clinicians, students and faculty can showcase their work on an international stage during this year’s Poster Sessions at Optometry's Meeting® | 5th World Congress of Optometry in Minneapolis. Call for abstracts is open until Feb. 14.
Optometry finds voice in influential society
Michael Mittelman, O.D., provides optometry’s perspective and more as part of the influential Society of Federal Health Professionals.
The AOA Foundation empowers optometry’s future in 2024
The AOA Foundation advances student success, diversity and innovation through scholarships and opportunities in 2024.
Maximize Your Membership
Remembering Debbie Hettler, O.D.
AOA members recall the strength of spirit of a dedicated member of the Association of Armed Forces and Federal Optometric Services and how it characterized her time with them.
AOA Foundation disaster fund provides shot in arm to devastated practices
With 2024 winding down, how do you help support colleagues enduring an unexpected disaster?
Seeding change
The AOA Foundation advances eye health and vision care through its key programs, including InfantSEE®, Optometry’s Fund for Disaster Relief, student scholarships and the AOA/AOSA Opportunities in Optometry Grant.
New Year’s resolutions come to life at Optometry’s Meeting® 2025
Optometry’s Meeting® 2025 lands in the heart of the Midwest at the Minneapolis Convention Center, June 25-28, 2025. Prepare for the year ahead with access to early registration notifications.
Leadership Institute advances leadership in the optometric profession
Elevate your career and become a leader who inspires and advances the profession. The AOA Leadership Institute is now accepting applications for 2025.
Part of the solution
Heather Atcherson, O.D., explains how volunteering and engaging as a member of the AOA and your affiliate association can make a bigger impact than you might imagine.