Political advocacy is what maintains the growth and progression of optometry. OptometryStudents.com is excited to inform you of another recent victory for those in our profession, and most importantly, the patients who receive our care. About The Political Victory In 2012, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS), under pressure from various groups, moved towards doing …
AOA Helps Maintain FSA Accounts for Optometry Patients Read More »
You, the optometry student, are right now shaping the future of the profession in two ways, each just as important as the other: As students at your respective optometry school, you’re working to get the most out of your education and clinical experience to provide the best care possible for your present and future patients. …
Your Advocacy for Optometry: A Short Film by the AOSA and OptometryStudents.com Read More »
OS: James Deom, also known to many as Jimmy, is a man full of energy and love  for life and optometry. Jimmy is the current president for the American Optometric Student Association (AOSA), which represents over 6,200 optometry students! Jimmy, tell us a little about yourself! JD: First and foremost, I am a fourth year …
September Student in Focus: Jimmy Deom, AOSA President Read More »
In June, I had the wonderful opportunity to go to the Utah Optometric Association’s Annual Meeting and meet with some of the current and former officers of the UOA. These great ODs were willing to share with me what they went through when they learned about the kiosk bill in Utah legislation, and what they …
With the Affordable Care Act going into effect in 2014, the healthcare discussions continue to heat up on Capitol Hill. Optometry needs to maintain its role in these discussions of healthcare reform! This important task can be achieved when we optometric physicians and students alike gather on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. for the American Optometric Association’s annual …
Let’s Meet in Washington, D.C. for Congressional Advocacy Conference 2013 Read More »
In addition to the new Florida law regarding oral medication prescriptions, there has been a lot of legislation going on this year in optometry! Here’s a summary of the changes going on behind the scenes of your profession that could very well affect the way you practice as an optometrist in the future: In March, …
Legislation and Possible Changes to Optometry in 6 States! Read More »
I recently had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Dave Rouse, OD, President of the Florida Optometric Association, past Optometrist of the Year and Illinois College of Optometry graduate, who currently practices in Weston, FL. He played an integral part (along with many students, optometrists, advocates and legislators across Florida) in the new law passed …
By signing this petition you will… Help provide eye care to under-served areas Provide optometry students relief from the burden of loan repayment Give optometry the same benefits that are already provided to other health care professions I’m sure some of you have seen this petition going around about allowing ODs to participated in the National Health Service Corps …
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Big news as we move through the start of 2013! Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and the Harkin Amendment and Pediatric Eye Care Essential Benefit that is included, millions of previously uninsured Americans (children and adults) will have coverage for comprehensive eye care! This could translate to more patients and a busier practice …
Huge Potential Impact of Health Care Reform on Optometry and YOU! Read More »
Memphis, TN (January 9, 2013): Various legislators and state board members gathered at Southern College of Optometry (SCO) for its fifth annual State Day. The purpose of the event is for students to become more aware of the necessity to become involved with the legislative processes of our profession, which was exemplified by speeches, presentations, …
