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See AllCritical moment: AOA mobilizes for VBM reform
Nearly 35 AOA Federal Keypersons mobilized for a targeted Capitol Hill fly-in at a critical moment for federal Vision Benefit Middlemen (VBM) reform, urging congressional leaders to advance bipartisan protections for patients and their doctors.
Meet the 2026 Optometry Student of the Year
Amy Ngo, a member of the Class of 2027 at The Ohio State University College of Optometry, on the importance of student advocacy.
Celebrate, empower, advance: Make the most of Paraoptometric Appreciation Month
September is Paraoptometric Appreciation Month, the only formal observance dedicated to honoring optometric staff and recognizing the value they contribute to the success of an optometric practice. Learn how doctors can celebrate their staff and paraoptometrics can advance their careers.





