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Texas scope expansion gains doctors of optometry oral meds, glaucoma authority

June 11, 2021

Texas becomes the latest state to achieve a significant scope expansion in 2021, earning doctors’ authority to prescribe oral eye medications and independently manage glaucoma. Read More >

Restoring sight to the blind? Study shines light on optogenetics in RP

June 10, 2021

A new study reports partial recovery of visual function in a patient with late-stage retinitis pigmentosa using optogenetic therapy, a first for researchers looking into the neurodegenerative disease. Read More >

The wrong patient communication plan could be costly

June 9, 2021

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) regulates some forms of calls and texts sent by businesses. Is your practice, in its communications with patients, complying with the TCPA? Read More >

Explore the Optometry’s Meeting<sup>®</sup> host city of Denver

June 8, 2021

Optometry’s Meeting® offers every opportunity for educational programming and networking. But while you’re in Denver, don’t miss these locals-approved hotspots—and rest assured that the city has taken every precaution to safely welcome visitors with its Mile High Standards. Read More >

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Do You Know Your Legislator?

As you know Optometry is a legislated profession and it's very important to know who your legislator is, and to help educate them on the issues. We will be asking members to contact their legislators as we get our legislative platform ready for 2021.

So in the meantime, use this link below to find out who all your representatives are both at the state and federal level. It's important to your, your business and your profession!