As the end of summer vacation approaches, parents and students have back-to-school in mind. One of the most important ways to ensure a successful school year is to make your children’s sight a priority.Read more >
While doctors of optometry are certainly Americans’ primary eye care physicians, it could be argued that the profession is heading toward a more encompassing primary care model. The distinction is in optometry’s role in diagnosing, managing and treating systemic as well as ocular conditions.Read more >
The American Optometric Association has named Elizabeth Steele, OD, its Optometric Educator of the Year.Read more >
January 17, 2019
Ever suspected a patient of biting their tongue or outright lying? A recent study tells the bitter truth that as many as 4 out of 5 patients withhold information that could affect their care. Read more >
January 16, 2019
2018 AOA Eye-Q Survey: Although most Americans know UV radiation can be harmful on overcast days, less than a third regularly wear sunglasses on those days. Read more >
January 14, 2019
The AOA’s chief public health officer outlays a road map to the future of optometric care for patients with diabetes. Read more >
January 10, 2019
Proposed reforms include scope expansion in states. Read more >
January 10, 2019
Glaucoma patients are routinely advised against taking certain medications, but come cold and flu season, some may reach for popular OTC drugs without realizing the risk to their eyesight. Read more >
January 7, 2019
AOA's Coding Experts offer answers to frequently asked questions. Read more >