The updates you need to position your practice to thrive.

Making the grade

Paraoptometric gives Remote Proctored Testing a passing grade for its convenience. Learn more about remote testing for paraoptometric certification.

Does your malpractice insurance provider measure up?

A Q&A with Kevin Johnson, program executive at Lockton Affinity, on how doctors of optometry can make sure they get the coverage they need.

3 ways to honor staff for Paraoptometric Appreciation Month

September marks Paraoptometric Appreciation Month, the only formal observance dedicated to honor optometric practice staff. Learn how doctors can celebrate their staff and paraoptometrics can advance their careers.

The power of delegation

Why everyone benefits when optometric team members have autonomy to work in their expertise.



Excel Your Career

From the liability insurance you need to begin your career with peace of mind, to retirement planning resources to secure your future—AOAExcel® has the tools for success no matter what stage of your career.
New technologies shaping optometry’s future

The AOA Board of Trustees weighs in on the rapidly expanding technology revolution and its effect on our field.

How AOAExcel® makes your life easier

Get to know the program that empowers you with tools to help simplify your practice.

Next-gen optometry’s focus on independent practice

Preparing optometry students for practice autonomy is an imperative the AOA doesn’t take lightly, doubling down with partnering academic institutions for the profession’s future.

Inferiority complexity?

Looking to impress your new colleagues? A new case study from the AOA Ethics & Values Committee suggests ways new graduates can make the transition into multidisciplinary practices go smoothly. It’s not easy being new.

Is your staff connected? How peer connections benefit practices

Peer connections may be the unsung—or under-sung—hero of professional conferences in a way that only these veteran staff leaders know.

Build your practice and protect the planet

Every day is Earth Day at these optometric practices. Considerations for an environmentally friendly practice.