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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 […]
When I began looking into optometry school I kept hearing this phrase that made me a little uneasy…”optometry is a legislated profession.” At the time I didn’t really give it too much thought because, well, I was more worried about getting into school than what I’d be able to do after I graduated. Now that
A Legislated Profession: Practicing Optometry in Massachusetts Read More »
Being an active member of the AOSA enhances your experience as a student and ensures a better future not only for your personal success, but also for the optometry profession as a whole. Watch below as the AOSA Executive Council and Trustees talk about the perspective of the profession that the AOSA provides students, along
AOSA Video: Enhance Your Student Experience and the Profession Read More »
We’ve already written plenty of articles about why and how students benefit from attending trade shows and conferences, now we’d like to present to you video we shot on the exhibit hall floor at Vision Expo West, with optometrists, industry execs and company reps telling you how your experience at these conferences will benefit you
Vision Expo West Video: Your Experience and Future Read More »
As the resident liaison for the Optometric Extension Program (OEP), I had the opportunity to attend the 20th anniversary of the Conference on Clinical Vision Care (CCVC) (also known as “The Memphis Meeting”) in Memphis this past July. The conference welcomes optometrists, students and residents who practice or have an interest in behavioral optometry, and the mission
Conference Review: Clinical Vision Care (CCVC) AKA “The Memphis Meeting” Read More »
When students think of going to optometry conferences, the first ones that come to mind are usually the larger ones such as Optometry’s Meeting, Academy, and Vision Expo. However, there are also many other high quality smaller conferences out there including EastWest Eye Conference, which takes place every October in Cleveland. I had the opportunity
4 Reasons Why You Should Attend EastWest Eye Conference Read More »
Thanks to UCBSO AOSA Trustee Alex Chow for writing this article as part of our Legislative Series! For years the Optometric Physicians of Washington (OPW) has worked continuously and tirelessly to protect and expand the optometric scope of practice in Washington State. The resulting scope of practice is outlined by RCW 18.53.010. Considering practicing optometry in
Washington State Optometry Scope of Practice & Legislation Read More »
Vision Expo West (VEW) is here! Look for our OS.com team, we’ll be roaming the exhibit hall, shooting video and looking for students to give away our adorable plush eyeballs (pic below) and an iPad (and you’ll definitely see us at the parties at night!)! Entering to win the iPad is easy. Film any short
We’re Giving Away an iPad at Vision Expo West! Read More »
Need an excuse for a fall weekend getaway to the Las Vegas, NV and want to take a breather from the optometry school grind? International Conference Vision Expo West, hosted on September 17-20, 2014, at Sands Expo and Convention Center, is the perfect opportunity to travel to “The Entertainment Capital of the World” for work
7 Reasons You Should Attend Vision Expo West 2014 Read More »
Have you ever thought of bringing your talents to Florida after graduation? If so, read this summary of important information regarding scope of practice, current laws and legislation in the Sunshine State: Florida optometrists are allowed to: Prescribe 14 oral drugs for eye care; these include analgesics/Schedule III, IV, and V controlled substances as well
Optometry Legislation and Scope of Practice in Florida Read More »
