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When a person’s eyes need a visual correction one would think that the best solution to this problem would be to prescribe a pair of prescription glasses. With the advent of contact lenses it has been quite a feat to put a piece of plastic on the surface of your cornea and correct your vision. […]
A Complete History of Contact Lenses Read More »
On August 2nd, 2012, Judge A. Howard Matz ruled in favor of the ABO (American Board of Optometry) in their defense against the AOS (American Optometric Society). A major decision has been made affecting the state of board certification in optometry.  In my previous article detailing the past and present of board certification, I
Decision Made in ABO/AOS Board Certification Case Read More »
Board certification in optometry has been a hot topic on and off since the beginning of its’ inception back in 2009. This is definitely news to be well aware and informed of, as it could become a permanent fixture in the future of the profession. Board certification in optometry has had a somewhat controversial past
Board Certification and the Profession of Optometry Read More »
As we consider our careers in optometry after graduation, one modality of practice that often gets overlooked is that within hospitals. The 2006 AOA scope of practice survey showed that 11% of ODs have hospital privileges. The question becomes what can you as the optometrist do in a hospital setting? There are various roles for
Optometry’s Place within Hospitals Read More »
From the American Optometric Association: Medicare issuing separate 10% EHR bonuses to HPSA practitioners Health care practitioners who qualified for Medicare Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentives last year while practicing in federally recognized Health Professional Shortage Areas (HPSA) will be getting an additional bonus payment for their participation in the program – that is, if they
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August 30th 2011 – The AOA is back at it again, this time engaged with politicians on capitol hill to prevent a 30% cut Medicare reimbursements that could seriously hurt OD’s and other physicians. It is VERY important that Optometry Students at every optometry school understand what this will mean for our profession. It is important to stay active as an optometry
Medicare Reimbursement Cuts Threaten ODs; AOA Fully Engaged On Issue Read More »
By: Antonio Chirumbolo SUNY 2013 August 15th 2011 – House Bill 838 is making its way through state legislature. House Bill 838 essentially defines what is and what is not considered ophthalmic surgery, and if passed, would certainly put shackles on any future advancement in the scope of practice for optometrists in the state of
New Pennsylvania Bill to Set OD’s Back? Read More »
This important status update regarding the effects of universal health care on optometry is brought to you by Randolph E. Brooks, O.D. the president of the AOA. He was kind enough to send us SUNY students this message and now here it is for you all. I hope you can all review the article and
Universal Health Care & Optometry – Key Moments In The Debate Read More »
Hey everyone out there. This message has been forwarded to my SUNY Optometry school e-mail and it is regarding how optometry students can act to make sure that Optometry has a positive and secure future. Sorry for the quick message. Midterms are keeping me way to busy to post at the moment, but this is
Universal Health Care and Optometry- Update Read More »
At this very moment your states elected representatives in Washington D.C are contemplating the most widespread health care reform bill in American history. You probably thought about the possibility of universal health care affecting your career as an optometrist and perhaps the question was brought up in your interview. This bill has the potential to
How Will Universal Health Care Affect Optometry? Read More »
