American Academy of Optometry

The latest Point-Counterpoint from the Clinical Insights in Eyecare journal examines both the promising applications and the important limitations of AI in optometry, covering topics such as diagnostic accuracy, clinical workflow, the patient-doctor relationship, and ethical considerations surrounding accountability and equity. Read now at bit.ly/4s8HCFb #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

Start your Saturday with a Healio Eye-Mail News Brief! Dr. Chelsea Bradley gives her perspective on, "Patients with astigmatism prefer toric lenses over spherical." bit.ly/4cJ7l1bhttps:/… #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

Academy Fellow, Dr. Erin Tomiyama, is one of two experts presenting at this year’s Myopia Summit, powered by the American Academy of Optometry. Join us for one day dedicated to myopia management, from best practices to emerging treatment strategies – June 27 in St. Louis, MO. Learn more about Dr. Tomiyama and register now at: bit.ly/26myopia #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience #Myopia #CE

🎉✨ It’s Fellowship Friday! ✨🎉 Today, we’re excited to introduce one of our incredible Fellows, Dr. Aubry Tackett! 🙌 Drop a 👋 in the comments to say hello and help us give them a warm welcome! #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience #FellowshipFriday #MeetTheFellow #CommunitySpotlight

The Scientific Program abstract submission window for Academy 2026 Anaheim is now open! The Academy's Scientific Program Committee invites all interested individuals to submit abstracts related to scientific research or clinical case reports. Abstracts will be presented in paper or poster format during the annual meeting. Be part of this year's program and submit your abstract by May 29, 5:00 PM ET. Learn more and apply at bit.ly/44j9TOv #Academy26 #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

🚀 3–2–1 BLAST OFF! 🚀 Bringing the family to Academy 2026 Anaheim, September 30 - October 3? We’ve got you covered. Childcare is available on-site at the Anaheim Convention Center through KiddieCorp for the second year. This year's childcare program theme will be Space Explorer Camp with engaging, space-themed fun and activities for all ages. The cost is $15/hour per child Space is limited, so be sure to secure your spot soon! A link to sign up will be shared after completing online registration for the annual meeting. Learn more about this year's childcare services here: bit.ly/4cvsKfF

Learn from the experts shaping the future of myopia care. Get to know Academy Fellow, Dr. Ashley Wallace-Tucker, who is one of the two presenters at the 2026 Myopia Summit, to be held Saturday, June 27, in St. Louis, MO. Learn more about Dr. Wallace-Tucker and secure your seat now at: bit.ly/26myopia #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience #Myopia #CE

Academy 2026 Anaheim is offering innovative laser, surgical procedures, and aesthetics courses once again! These courses, being offered by Northeastern State University of Oklahoma College of Optometry in conjunction with the American Academy of Optometry, cover the diverse training needs of optometric physicians pursuing credentials for advanced technical skills in lasers, surgical procedures, and aesthetics. Learn more and register now for the best rates at aaopt.org/2026 #Fellows, #Optometry #VisionScience #Academy26

🚨 🚨 🚨 It's time for another Healio Eye-Mail News Brief 🚨 🚨 🚨 Check out Dr. Jeffrey King's perspective on "Orthokeratology lenses linked to ocular health risks in study." bit.ly/4sUmAdMhttps:/… #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience @GoHealio

Is Academy 2026 Anaheim on your mind? It's on ours! Be sure to check out the Academy 2026 Anaheim Program Preview to explore all of the opportunities available at what's sure to be the best Academy meeting yet! Click here for the Academy 2026 Program Preview: bit.ly/26PPG417 Learn more and register at aaopt.org/2026 #Academy26 #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

From the Clinical Insights in Eyecare journal’s March issue, read a case report highlighting the effective treatment of eyelid Demodex infestation with 0.5% ivermectin lotion Access the full article now at bit.ly/4bZyeh6 #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

We’re pleased to announce that registration for the 2026 Myopia Summit is now open! Join us on June 27 in St. Louis for the next regional meeting of the Academy, offering 6.5 hours of CE focused on myopia management. The Myopia Summit is designed to provide practical, evidence-based insights and guidance for you to bring home to better serve your patients. This event is open to all and space is limited. Academy Members: $299 Nonmembers: $399 Learn more & register now at bit.ly/26myopia #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience #Myopia #CE

Time is almost up to register for the 2026 Retina Summit! This year's one-day summit offers 6.5 hours of expert-led CE, multiple opportunities to connect with leaders in the industry, and actionable insights to take home to your practice. Join us on April 18 in Indianapolis, IN. Space is limited, so don’t delay! Register now at aaopt.org/retina. #Optometry #Fellows #VisionScience #Retina #CE

Are you ready to take your knowledge to the next level? The 2026 Retina Summit offers 6.5 hours of expert-led CE, multiple opportunities to connect with leaders in the industry, and actionable insights to take home to your practice. Join us on April 18 in Indianapolis, IN. Space is limited, so don’t delay! Register now at aaopt.org/retina.

The Academy is excited to return to Southern California this year for Academy 2026 Anaheim, September 30 - October 3, and we hope to see you there! Start planning your experience with the 2026 Program Preview, featuring the preliminary Education Grid, event highlights, a preview of the exhibit hall, information on childcare services, and much more: bit.ly/SM2026ProgramP… Registration is officially open, and you can take advantage of the best rates now during our early bird registration period. Register today at: bit.ly/41CK2RI #Academy26 #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

Consider submitting your interesting, original case report for a future issue of Clinical Insights in Eyecare. You don’t need to be an Academy member to submit a case! View information for authors and steps to submit now at bit.ly/3Tg3hgs. #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

The National Eye Institute (NEI) and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) are currently developing strategic plans and invite participation from the vision community. Please consider responding to the following Requests for Information (RFI) by the deadlines below: NEI RFI for the 2026-2031 Strategic Plan (Deadline: April 15): bit.ly/4m457Oq For questions, contact: NEIPlan@mail.nih.gov NIH RFI for the 2027-2031 Strategic Plan (Deadline: May 26): bit.ly/3Q2Z0hq For questions, contact: nihstrategicplan@od.nih.gov #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

The featured insight from the March issue of the Clinical Insights in Eyecare journal is titled, Visual Decline from Anterior Clinoidal Meningioma Due to Medroxyprogresterone Acetate – A Case Report. Read now: bit.ly/4dsrDOO #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

🚨 🚨 🚨 Set your alarms and get hyped for the best Opometry meeting this year! 🚨 🚨 🚨 Registration for Academy 2026 Anaheim is just days away! Be sure to register early for the best rates! Registration and housing opens April 14! Learn more at aaopt.org/2026 #Academy26 #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience

Start your Saturday off with this Healio Eye-Mail News Brief by Dr. Michael Fimreite. Dr. Fimrite give his perspective on, "Single yes-or-no questions may screen for low vision, legal blindness." bit.ly/41bJHVP #Fellows #Optometry #VisionScience