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Optometrists: Doctors on the Frontline of Eye and Vision Care

Doctors of OptometryDoctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care profesionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye.

Public Health

Community Health Centers – partnering with the National Association of Community Health Centers, the AOA is working to improve access to center eye and vision care services.

InfantSEE®InfantSEE® – affords a one-time, comprehensive eye assessment at no cost for infants in their first years of life.

Vision USA ™Vision USA™ – helps low-income, uninsured people and their families by providing basic eye health and vision care services free of charge.

Optometric Disaster Relief Fund – offers optometrists financial assistance for damages incurred from natural disasters.

AEP To Host Regional Events in January

The Allied Eye Professional (AEP) Section will host four regional meetings in January.

January 13 - Columbus
January 14 - Cleveland
January 20 - Toledo/Perrysburg
January 29 - Dayton

Mr. Rick Cornett will give the office annual HIPAA update the first hour, Dr. Jay Henry will speak on Electronic Health Records during the second hour, and Mr. Cornett will speak on evaluating contracts during the third hour. The meetings are designed for doctors and staff.

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