Allied Eye Professionals
- Manuals & Downloads
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Certification
- Commission on Paraoptometric Certification Directory
- About the Commission on Paraoptometric Certification
- Certification Levels
- Exams & Education
- Tools & Services
- Certification E-Newsletter Archive
- Apply for an exam in 2009
- AEP Events
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Clinical Care
- Allergan Launches Latisse™ as Treatment for Hypotrichosis
- Presentation to the FDA Advisory Panel on Contact Lens Solutions
- Intraoperative Floppy Iris Syndrome (IFIS) Associated with Systemic Alpha-1 Blockers
- AOA Optometric Clinical Practice Guidelines
- Quick Reference Guides
- Clinical Care Publications
- AOA Diabetes Eye Report form
- Council on Research
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Patient Care
- Geriatrics and Nursing Facility
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Hospital Practice
- Facts about Optometry and Optometric Services in Hospitals (PDF Version)
- Optometric Services in Hospitals (Position Paper)
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Hospital Privileges Manual
- Sample Application Form: Application For Appointment To The Medical/Dental Staff (Word doc)
- Hospital Privileges Manual: Part II: The Importance of Optometry to the Hospital
- Hospital Privileges Manual: Part III: Hospital Bylaws and Legal Issues in Hospital Privileging
- Hospital Privileges Manual: Part IV: How to Obtain Hospital Privileges
- Hospital Privileges Manual: Part V: The Hospital-Based Optometric Examination
- American Optometric Association Guidelines for Delineation of Clinical Privileges for Optometry
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Pediatrics and Binocular Vision
- Vision: A Collaboration of Eyes and Brain
- The Need for Comprehensive Vision Examination of Preschool and School-age Children
- Vision Therapy
- Vision, Learning and Dyslexia
- The Use of Tinted Lenses and Colored Overlays for the Treatment of Dyslexia and Other Related Reading and Learning Disorders
- Optometric Care of the Patient with Acquired Brain Injury
- Primary Care
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Environmental / Occupational Issues
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Occupational Vision Manual Part I: Introduction
- PDF Version (360.6 KB)
- Occupational Vision Manual: Part II: Performance and Productivity in the Work Place
- Occupational Vision Manual: Part III: Ocular Protection
- Occupational Vision Manual: Part IV: Contact Lens Use In Industry
- Occupational Vision Manual: Part V: Medico-Legal and Ethical Concerns Regarding Standards and Regulations
- Occupational Vision Manual: References and Sources for Further Information
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Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)
- Computer Vision Syndrome Symptoms
- The Relationship of Computer Vision Syndrome to Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Impact of Computer Use on Children's Vision
- The Effects of Video Display Terminal Use on Eye Health and Vision
- Criteria for Determining Whether the Need for Eyeglasses or Other Treatment is Related to Computer Use
- Motorist Vision Policy
- Recommendations for the Use of Laser Pointers
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Occupational Vision Manual Part I: Introduction
- Ophthalmic Standards
- Commission on Quality Assessment & Improvement
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Aviation Vision
- Aviation Vision Continuing Education Course
- Comparison of Bifocal and Progressive Addition Lenses on Aviator Target Detection Performance
- Eyes, Right
- LASIK Refractive Surgery: Clinical Considerations for the Pilot
- Special Ophthalmic Needs of Aviators
- Sunglasses in Aviation
- Ultraviolet Radiation: Hazards in Aviation
- Eye Exams and Aviation: Prescription for Success
- The Eye and Night Vision
- Adjusting to New Spectacles the Easy Way
- Prescribing Spectacles for Aviators
- AOA Pilot Vision Evaluation
- FAA Report of Eye Evaluation
- Ophthalmological Evaluation for Glaucoma
- Clinical Application of Vision Standards
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Community Health Centers
- Community Health Center Optometry
- Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Community Health Center Optometry
- The Fundamentals of Community Health Centers
- UPDATED - A Sketch of Community Health Centers: The NACHC Chart Book
- Do you Need an Eye Care Service?
- How to Start an Eye Care Service in a Community Health Center
- Community Health Center Eye Clinic Capital & Equipment Planner
- Business Planning Template
- Opening the Doors to Vision Care Access
- Memorandum of Understanding with the National Association of Community Health Centers
- Publications and Research
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Allied Eye Professionals
FAQ
Allied Eye Professional (AEP) - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is AEP?
The Allied Eye Professionals (AEP) is a section of the OOA, and involves optometrists and staff working together to advocate for a lifetime of eye and vision health.
What is the AEP mission statement?
The mission of AEP is to promote a team centered approach to advocacy so that optometrists and their staff may effectively communicate with patients and the community about the importance of a lifetime of comprehensive eye care.
What does AEP membership offer my staff and office?
- Assistance in creating a greater awareness of the need for comprehensive eye care
- Continuing education with emphasis on “best practices”
- Regional meetings with timely topics on practice management and advocacy
- Monthly e-newsletter on practice management issues, advocacy tips, and other topics
- Professional networking opportunities
Who is included in the AEP?
AEP is for doctors and all staff in an optometrist’s office including but not limited to opticians, paraoptometrics, medical technicians, billing and coding specialists, and administrators.
What is the cost for membership in AEP?
- $49 for first staff member
- $39 for second staff member
- $29 for all additional staff members
- OOA members who enroll their staff in AEP receive membership at no charge
Does AEP replace the current Paraoptometric Section?
Yes. AEP replaces the former Ohio Paraoptometric Section. Allied Eye Professionals includes ALL staff in an optometrist’s office. Ohio’s AEP is separate from AOA Paraoptometric Section.
What are some examples of AEP topics for advocacy?
- The importance of routine eye care
- The scope of practice of an optometrist
- Up-to-date information about eye care issues
- InfantSEE – Comprehensive eye assessments to infants at no charge
- Realeyes – Exciting educational programs in classrooms in the community teaching the importance of a lifetime of eye care
- Requirement for eye exams for students assigned to an IEP – Publicize the law to parents, teachers, and other professionals
Contact the Ohio Optometric Association for further information about AEP.
P.O. Box 6036, Worthington, OH 43085 Phone: 614-781-0708 E-mail: info@ooa.org