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I remember that in middle school we learned the School House Rock song “I’m Just a Bill” which illustrated how a bill gets passed through Congress. I finally got to see much of the process in action, minus a talking and singing paper bill! The first part of the Congressional Advocacy Conference (CAC) consisted of education on […]
My Weekend as an “Optocrat” at Congressional Advocacy Conference 2015 Read More »
Many of you may have been to Optometry’s Meeting, AAO, or Vision Expo, but have you been to the most important conference of them all? The one that directly impacts your future, what you’ll be able to do in the exam room, and the access to care that your patients have? Students from all over
Protect and Grow YOUR Profession: Congressional Advocacy Conference 2015 Read More »
Optometry is a legislated profession, meaning that federal and state legislation dictate the current rules and regulations for optometrists. Thinking of practicing optometry in Tennessee? Fortunately, optometrists and the state association has worked hard to advocate for the profession and has made great strides so optometrists in the state can practice to the fullest extent
Tennessee Optometry: Wide Scope of Practice and Legislation Read More »
For the second year in a row, the OptometryStudents.com team was able to explore all that the South Eastern Conference of Optometry (SECO) has to offer to our profession. It was an honor to be back and to have a chance to experience the conference with our amazing team! What made this a momentous event
Recapping OS at SECO 2015…Thank You Atlanta! Read More »
Vision Expo East 2015 is here!! Our OptometryStudents.com team is there right now, checking out all the new technology, frame lines, Continuing Education classes and hanging out at the parties and events! Come find us for a chance to win an iPad Mini, one of the two adorable plush eyeballs that we’re giving away, or
Find us at Vision Expo East! Read More »
“Optometry is a legislated profession.” Every student has heard this from day one of optometry school, but what does it mean exactly? Optometry is legislated because what we can (and cannot) do is determined solely by law. Each state has their own set of rules for the regulation of optometry. Read below for the current
Optometry Scope of Practice and Legislation in Illinois: Get Involved! Read More »
Going to SECO 2015 in Atlanta? If you’ll be attending, keep an eye out for the OptometryStudents.com team! This Friday we’ll be roaming the Exhibit Hall and hanging out at the Student Party. On Saturday, we’ll be at the Student Symposium, around the Exhibit Hall, and at the student stipend pick-up ($100!!) in the Focal Point Lounge Area (3:00pm
Awesome Giveaways at SECO 2015! Read More »
It is that time of the year again where optical vendors and exhibitors from all across the world meet in NYC to throw one of the most energetic and activity filled conferences that exists! Beginning March 19-22nd, located at the Javits Center in New York City, Vision Expo East is an event filled with endless excitement,
Countdown to Vision Expo East 2015! Read More »
Spring is just around the corner and that means it’s time to hit the road and head to Atlanta for SECO 2015 from March 4-8! Not so sure about going? Here are all the reasons YOU should go to SECO: Students do not pay any registration fee (with proof of enrollment at an accredited optometry program). You
SECO 2015 is Coming! Are You Ready?? Read More »
Optometry is a dynamic profession that constantly changes and faces new pressing issues. The future of optometry is influenced by many factors, but the American Optometric Association (AOA) plays a significant role in ensuring optometry’s success. Each year at the AOA’s Optometry’s Meeting, the AOA president speaks with OptometryStudents.com to discuss the future of optometry and
