#HurricaneDebby: Flooding can cause an increase in the incidence of water-borne pathogens -- including amoeba, parasites, bacteria and viruses – that may lead to eye infections or even vision loss. Georgia's #optometrists are offering #flood eye care precautions. #BeVisionSmart
Real heroes deserve real burritos, @ChipotleTweets we agree. But next year, we'd love to see doctors of optometry get the shoutout they deserve. Let's chat about 2025! https://t.co/ylnSfPEI72
It is an honor to receive the American Optometric Association’s 2024 Health Care Leadership Award. A special thank you to North Dakota AOA members for presenting the award and for their continued work to advocate for optometric professionals and students across North Dakota.
bad news: we are staring at screens too much
good news: your eye doctors can help!
details from a new study from @AOAConnect and @Deloitte here:
https://t.co/7pPMRSZInt
Busy week? Missed #GivingTuesday? We get it. Check out how InfantSEE has used donations to prevent a lifetime of vision complications and improved children’s quality of life. Read more and consider making an end-of-year gift: https://t.co/4skJ1QqrUE
CMS has demonstrated through their most recent proposed rule that they have heard the AOA’s concerns and are taking a close look at how benefits are offered and managed. Read more about the proposed rule issued earlier this month: https://t.co/4Ti2JToDmJ
@SuziRichardsESP Hello! Thanks for reaching out! Public membership is $972 annually. Applicants must have a significant interest in optometry and contribute to the advancement of the interests of the AOA.
“Put simply, better eyes equal better lives and enhanced patient quality of life.” As #NationalDiabetesMonth comes to a close, Dr. Kenneth Lawson explores the role of doctors of optometry in diabetes care: https://t.co/Vjs4dY7Fp6
This #Thanksgiving and year-round, the AOA is #thankful for our members and volunteers. Thank you for everything you do to elevate the profession, bring essential care to patients and spread the importance of annual comprehensive eye exams for all Americans. #HappyThanksgiving!
When will your baby begin to see clearly? What about color? Check out AOA President Dr. Ronald L. Benner’s insights on newborn vision development and how to support your baby's vision: https://t.co/dBNZJEH0FN
Do you want to be “wildly successful” in your practice?
Well, the AOA’s Center for Independent Practice (CIP) has been uplifting members since its launch last year. Hear how AOA members of the CIP Committee make their practices thrive: https://t.co/XqXQlVc8HS
Social factors are powerful determinants of health that aren’t experienced equally by all people. Check out how to incorporate “social influences” questions into your practice questionnaires for patients: https://t.co/HtTul806ig
Hear the inspiring story of three young moms who launched successful independent practices just two years ago: https://t.co/9lVuzJndP4
Don’t miss the webinar 𝙩𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙩𝙤𝙙𝙖𝙮! Register now: https://t.co/3FZJLEdb0K
“The AOA is working overtime to make sure our points are communicated on behalf of our members,” – AOA member and advocate Jeffrey Michaels, O.D. Check out how the AOA is actively engaging with the FTC on the Eyeglass Rule: https://t.co/rsVhAdSVMo
A diverse workforce can bring new ideas, fresh perspectives and improve employee engagement. Read on for best practices for recruiting and hiring a diverse workforce: https://t.co/ST0Bw8qkgD
@Contact Len Spectrum chatted with AOA’s Contact Lens & Cornea Section (CLCS) chair Mile Brujic, O.D., on the latest in the contact lens field. Check it out: https://t.co/7qKnk8NOd5
Americans are only heading to the doctor when something is “extremely wrong.” Check out the new survey that reveals what it takes for Americans to consider heading in for medical care: https://t.co/lOY80g1Z3y