Nebraska Optometric Association

Nebraska's Doctors of Optometry - Examine, Diagnose, Treat & Manage Disorders that Affect the Eye or Vision.

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Thank you Governor Pillen for joining our members to discuss children's vision and access to eye care services across Nebraska. We appreciate the opportunity to address these issues and look forward to continuing to work together to support healthy vision in Nebraska communities.

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Registration is now open for the 2026 Primary Eye Care Conference!

Explore full conference details and secure your spot by registering at the link below!

https://t.co/eJyL94jxHL

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Warm wishes for a joyful holiday season and a successful year ahead!

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The NOA Leadership Institute needs you! Apply for or nominate an optometrist (licensed 10 years or less) for the 2026 class. The application deadline is November 15 and the 2026 class begins in January. Apply now! https://t.co/vBHYgMbFT5

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Earlier this month, Dr. Faith Schneider & the EyeCare Associates team in York, NE, provided free vision exams for 19 York Elementary students—the start of the new eYES program with @NFCV2. Thanks to York County Community Coalition for funding the glasses!

#VisionForAll

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@KNOPNews2 came out to the vision clinic in North Platte yesterday. Check it out!

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School vision clinics today for Hitchcock, Southwest, Chase County and Wauneta-Palisade Schools. Thank you to our members Dr. Tori Gengenbach, Dr. Kerri Dietz-Pillen and Dr. Tom Moser for providing the free eye exams, and to our partners ESU15 and @VSPVisionCare.

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Our Social Eyes Networking Event is Thursday, Oct. 16 from 6:30-8:30pm at Prairie Pride Brewing Company in Grand Island.

Last-minute RSVP’s are welcome! Make sure to register here: https://t.co/J2wHm77it7

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Social Eyes Networking Event is next week!

📅 Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025
🕡 Time: 6:30 – 8:30pm
📍 Location: Prairie Pride Brewing Company
111 E S Front Street, Grand Island, NE

Register today to reserve your spot! https://t.co/J2wHm77it7

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October is Nebraska Children’s Vision Month!

Did you know that 1 in 4 school-aged kid has a vision problem that can impact learning, behavior, and development?

Good vision care helps kids succeed in school, stay safe, and feel confident!

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Secure your spot for the Social Eyes Networking Event on October 16 from 6:30–8:30pm at Prairie Pride Brewing Company (111 E S Front Street, Grand Island, NE).

Registration is free thanks to our sponsor @SeeAlconScience! Reserve your spot here: https://t.co/J2wHm76KDz

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Day Three Wrap-Up!

Thanks for coming out. We look forward to seeing you again next year, September 24–26, 2026!

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Day two class recap!

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Friday ended with a competitive bowling tournament at Big Apple Fun Center!

The tournament was sponsored by Vance Thompson Vision to benefit the Nebraska Foundation for Children’s Vision.

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There was a trivia battle on the Para tracks today — tough, but exciting!

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The Nebraska Foundation of Children’s Vision also held their Heads or Tails fundraiser at the luncheon today. Take a peek at the winner below!

It’s not too late to donate! Go here to help: https://t.co/qNi04peUts

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Today, Dr. Crotty presented:

OD of the Year: Dr. Schneider
Edmund A. Schneider Distinguished Service: Dr. Baxter
Keyperson of the Year: Dr. Bateman
Charles D. Seeger Young OD of the Year: Dr. Kent
Paraoptometric of the Year: Candi Konley
Presidential Citation: Dr. Eigenberg

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We started the morning with a presentation by Dr. Jessica Steen and a sponsored breakfast by Bausch + Lomb!

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The day was wrapped up with a show from The Fun Pianos Show, with drinks sponsored by EssilorLuxottica. We will see you in the morning!

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At the annual business meeting, Past President Dr. Faith Schneider installed the 2026 Board of Directors. The gavel was passed by Dr. Rusty Crotty to the new 2026 NOA President, Kristin Reed.

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