Author name: Alexis Meyer

Navigating Optometry’s Meeting® as a Professional: A Guide for Students

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Attending any professional meeting as an optometry student provides an exciting opportunity to network, learn about the latest advancements and gain insights from seasoned practitioners. For a complete overview, visit EyeLearn for the course Insightful Eyes: Navigating Optometry’s Meeting® as a Professional. Whether you have already attended past events or it is your first event, […]

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A Career in the Commission Corps

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In my fourth year of optometry school, I had the enriching experience of working within the Indian Health Services (IHS) during my placement in Montana. This opportunity not only proved to be highly rewarding but also sparked my interest in an unconventional career path within the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioned Corps. Surprisingly, this option

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The Evolving Role of AI and Optometry

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Embarking on my optometry school journey amid the unprecedented times of the COVID-19 pandemic has been a unique and challenging experience, emphasizing the importance of adaptability in an ever-changing world. In this era dominated by technology, the shift to virtual learning became a cornerstone for education, requiring students to embrace change and find innovative ways

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Take Action: Why You Should Attend AOA on Capitol Hill 2024

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Registration is now open for AOA on Capitol Hill, April 14-16, in Washington, D.C. Hope to see you there! AOA on Capitol Hill is the AOA’s single-largest annual advocacy event, directly connecting optometry’s advocates and leaders with our nation’s policymakers to advance and support optometric care in America. Lawmakers love hearing from optometry students because

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Join us in Washington, D.C.

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Calling all my student advocates who want to get involved with the AOA and fight for optometry’s future alongside doctors from your state! A limited number of travel grants are available for eligible optometry students to attend AOA on Capitol Hill, April 14-16, in Washington, D.C. The AOA will offer eligible students up to $425

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