She completed a residency program in Primary Care Optometry at the San Francisco VA Medical Center. Finally, new therapeutic agents are being developed which will affect the molecular basis of ocular diseases. Pro- and anti-inflammatory cytokine levels in tears of dry eye subjects In 2000 the National Academies of Practice named him a Distinguished Clinical Fellow. For Black History Month, the UAB School of Optometry profiled Black people who have made significant contributions to optometry and vision science. Dr. Mika Moy graduated from UC Berkeley School of Optometry and completed a residency in Pediatrics and Cornea/Contact Lenses there. The American Academy of Optometry is accredited by COPE to provide continuing education to optometrists. Dave Sattler, FAAO began his career with Alcon in 1986 as a Sales Representative for the Vision Care Group based out of San Diego, CA. Academy 2022 San Diego. He is now running his own consulting business and serves on a number of boards including the American Academy of Optometry Foundation and the Southern College of Optometry. He previously served 8 years as a board member for Optometry Cares, the American Optometric Association Foundation. In the AAO, Dr. Coulter is a Diplomate and past Chair of the Binocular Vision, Perception, & Pediatric Optometry Section. He previously served as Chair of the Academys Research Committee and Vice Chair of the Academys Scientific Program Committee and for 10 years served as a member of the AOAs Council on Research. Spear serves as Senior Vice President of Eyecare, Luxottica North America. She is the co-Chair of the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group (PEDIG), a clinical research network of pediatric optometrists and ophthalmologists funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Eye Institute (NEI) who perform clinical investigations related to pediatric eye disorders. Additionally, Dr. He became a fellow for the American Academy of Optometry in 2000 and is an ardent supporter of AAOF. Dr. Colatrella is a fellow in the American Academy of Optometry, past Chair of its disease section and a founding chair of the Anterior Segment Section. Where. Dr. Chris Wilmer attended the University of California Santa Cruz and the University of California Berkeley School of Optometry. She served as Principal Investigator for the CITT and CITT-ART clinical trials and has completed multiple research studies in pediatric vision and vision in autism. Douglas H. Smith, M.D. Spear is also active in the following organizations: In addition to his career in eye care, Dr. Leonard A. Levin, MD, PhD, of the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Wisconsin Medical School in Madison, Wisconsin, will speak about Discoveries About the Death, Protection & Regeneration of Neurons: Lessons and Prospects for Glaucoma Management. Academy attendees are fortunate to be able to hear not only Dr. Levins experience with nerve cells, but also his ideas about the future. Additionally, Dr. Duenas works toward offering a scientific bases for collaboration among provider groups, financing systems, and policy makers such that health care systems can respond effectively to vision and eye health as a major public health concern. The following year she completed a residency program in Cornea and Contact Lenses at Northeastern State University Oklahoma College of Optometry where she also was able to perform anterior segment laser and minor surgical procedures. She is a recipient of the Lester Caplan Award recognizing accomplishments for the Public Health Service. Her recent corporate focus with Essilor of America was on school support, student and institutional grants, creating and implementing student events and student and faculty education. Director, Center for Brain Injury and Repair UAB School of Optometry Vision Science Graduate program students Jessica V. Jasien, MEn and Priya M. Pitale, MS, have been named Ezell Fellows by the American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF). Spear founded and was owner/operator from 1997-2016 of both Sight and Sun Eyeworks and Panhandle Vision Institute, a 14 doctor vertically integrated Optometric/Ophthalmology practice. She is a member of the Editorial Board of the publication Primary Care Optometry News and serves on the Board of the Central Florida Lions Clubs Project Right to Sight. Hyperosmolarity is one of the key disfunctions in ocular surface disease and dry eye. She has been involved with section leadership within the AAO and has previously served as the Chair of the Anterior Segment Section and she most recently served as the Diplomate Written Exam Chair. Dr. April Jasper graduated from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry with highest honors in 1995. Dr. Colatrella is a fellow in the American Academy of Optometry, past Chair of its disease section and a founding chair of the Anterior Segment Section. AAOPT 2023 is going to be the world's prominent meeting for presenting and gathering the last info on Medical, Health Care, Optometry, Ophthalmology and Eye Care. He was the first of two Diplomates in Anterior Segment Disease of the American Academy of Optometry and a trustee on the American Academy of Optometry Board. This years plenary session puts the spotlight on specific ways this will impact your practice. She has been involved with section leadership within the AAO and has previously served as the Chair of the Anterior Segment Section and she most recently served as the Diplomate Written Exam Chair. Results of the National Eye Institutes Latino Eye Health Study Learn more about our upcoming annual meeting, Academy 2023 New Orleans, October 11-14, 2023. Wendy Harrison, OD, PhD, FAAO, is a graduate from the Indiana University (IU) School of Optometry where she was the first person to earn a joint OD, MS degree in 4 years. Co-Director of Descanso Medical Center for Development and Learning La Canada, CA The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Dr. James Tielsch, noted epidemiologist, will present a framework of the changing faces of your patients. This button displays the currently selected search type. He has authored scientific articles and presentations on cardiovascular disease, HIV/AIDS, and community medicine and medical education. She has delivered continuing education and presented research and posters at local and international meetings. AAOpt 2022: Acute effects of cannabis on patients October 27, 2022 2006 Challenges and Opportunities in Providing A Lifetime of Eye Care to the Underserved, Eliminating Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Health Care Dr. Wilmer lectures locally, regionally and nationally on a number of topics. Speakers will include Dr. Robert Sergott of the Wills Eye Hospital and Dr. Christopher Hudson from the University of Waterloo School of Optometry. 2023 Rocky Mountain Dental Convention (RMDC) Jan 19, 2023. and Optometry, Pennsylvania College of Optometry, Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. I'm glad we continue to advance the technology to measure,quantify, and Queens University, Pediatrics: Ambylopia Roger Wilson, OD, FAAO Ipinapakita ng button na ito ang kasalukuyang piniling uri ng paghahanap. Approval does not imply acceptance by any regulatory authority or AGD endorsement. AOA Political Action Committee (AOA-PAC) established as a means to support political candidates who would best represent optometry's interests in Congress. 2022 Todays Research, Tomorrows Practice, Michael Chiang, MD Thomas Quinn and the late Brien Holden at the 2007 Australia Party. Taking Care of People in North America Into the Next Generation Dr. Jasper has served her patients and colleagues as president of the Florida Optometric Association 2016-2017. She completed her residency in Cornea, Contact Lenses also at IU and a PhD in Vision Science in 2011 from University of California, Berkeley. Future Meeting Dates. Dr. Wong received her OD and PhD from the State University of New York College of Optometry. She also carried out basic research at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (1989-1990). Most epidemiological studies consider visual impairment to be visual acuity worse than 20/40. Dr. Colatrella received his Bachelor of Science degree from Old Dominion University in Norfolk, VA, and his Doctor of Optometry with honors from the Illinois College of Optometry in Chicago. His presentation will discuss the etiology of visual aging in terms of the possibility of elderly patients gaining Super Vision by removal of higher order aberrations. She is an AAOF Presidents Circle Member. She continues to share her knowledge and expertise around the world authoring numerous publications, lecturing and as chief editor of Optometric Management magazine. American Academy of Optometry (AAO) has been enhancing excellence in optometric practice by fostering research and disseminating knowledge in vision science through the continuing education. Dr. Mick is a Staff Optometrist at the San Francisco VA Medical Center where he is the current Residency Coordinator and Co-Consultant to the national VA Optometry Service for VISN 21. Dr. McMahon was appointed to the American Academy Optometric Foundation Board in 2002 and served as its treasurer until 2008 when he was elected to serve as a member of the Board of Directors of the American Academy of Optometry. Danne was with Essilor of America for 29 years and retired in 2018. In 2014 he was appointed Vice Chair for Optometry in the Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at UIC. American Academy of Optometry Annual Meeting Attendees to Compete in the World's Ultimate Eye Science Game In partnership with the Centre for Ocular Research & Education, CORE Knowledge 3.0 to debut in the academy's exhibit floor booth. World Report and the relevance to Optometry: A Global Perspective She joined the University of California Berkeley School of Optometry K12 funded Clinician Scientist Development Program where he earned her PhD in Vision Science and an MS in Epidemiology/Biostatistics (UC Berkeley School of Public Health). Dr. West is the El-Maghraby Professor of Preventive Ophthalmology at Wilmer Eye Institute at Johns Hopkins University. In the AAO, Dr. Coulter is a Diplomate and past Chair of the Binocular Vision, Perception, & Pediatric Optometry Section. Dr. Varmas experience in population-based epidemiologic studies derives initially from working with the Baltimore Eye Study. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, embroidery, and breaking out of escape rooms with her husband and teenage children. Keck School of Medicine University of Southern California Currently Dr. Viswanathan also serves as the chair of the research pillar of the Academys Strategic Plan Implementation Committee and as the Academys representative on the National Alliance for Eye and Vision Research/Alliance for Eye and Vision Research professional society member council. In addition, the implications of both old and new research on refracting and prescribing in older patients will be reviewed. This will include refractive changes with cataract, the implications of the absence of accommodation, comparing techniques that determine the near addition and the influence of a patients risk of falling on spectacle prescribing. Stacey Coulter, OD, MS received her doctor of optometry degree in 1991 from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO), completed a residency in Pediatric Optometry at PCO in 1992, and received an MS degree in education from Nova Southeastern University (NSU) in 2012. The AOA invites you to participate in our ePoster (Electronic Poster) Session prior to and during Optometry's Meeting ! Nineteen hospitals have received an orthopedic center of excellence designation from health accreditor DNV Healthcare.. Next, Don Mutti, OD, PhD, FAAO, will use the myopia control literature as a specific example of how the Cochrane Project can help bring todays research to tomorrows practice. She is a fellow of the American Academy of Optometry and board certified by the American Board of Certification in Medical Optometry. A New Look at Some Old Medical Guidelines, Mark Glazer, MD, from Vanderbilt University (Cardiology), Lianne Gensler, MD from the University of California-San Francisco (Rheumatology), and Lou Philipson, MD from the University of Chicago (Endocrinology), 2021 Plenary Session: A Conversation on Racial Bias and Its Impact on Healthcare. Because the corneal surface is easy to access and evaluate, it can readily be used to understand stem cell biology and develop novel cell replacement therapies. Dr. McMahon has been an investigator or principal investigator for several NIH and VA funded research projects, including the CLEK Study, where he served on the Executive Committee. Dr. Coulter is the 2016 recipient of the American Academy of Optometrys Feinbloom Award for distinguished and significant contribution to clinical excellence. Professor of Psychology, Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School Dr. Walline the Associate Dean for Research at The OSU College of Optometry, where he teaches Introduction to Primary Care Procedures to optometry students and Clinical Research Design and Basics of Graduate Work to graduate students. The need of older people for increased lighting during indoor tasks and night driving is discussed. Since 2004 she has served as medical staff at Chinle Hospital, a Navajo Area Indian Health Service facility in Arizona. Il permet de dtailler la liste des options de recherche, qui modifieront les termes saisis pour correspondre la slection actuelle. AAOPT 2023 is organized annually. The keynote speakers of this years plenary session will discuss three of the hottest topics that will change how optometry will be practiced in the future. Danne was with Essilor of America for 29 years and retired in 2018. The AOA invites you to participate in the ePoster Sessions prior to and during Optometry's Meeting 2023! 2008 Todays Research, Tomorrows Practice: How Does the Future Affect Today? The Academy Store Ophthalmology Virtual Journal Club Victor L. Perez, MD, Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, will discuss Cell Therapies for the Cornea and Ocular Surface. The use of stem cells in the care of patients with anterior segment limbal stem cell deficiency is the standard of care in ophthalmology. Dr. Coulter is active in multiple other optometric organizations. Future Meetings Find a list of all upcoming Academy annual meetings. Some of these questions and future directions of research on Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), a main ingredient in cannabinoids, will be further explored at this years engaging Plenary Session on The Science of Cannabinoids: Medical Perils and Benefits. Currently, Colonel Spear is serving as the Commander of the 403rd ASTS at Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi. She serves on the Board of Directors for COVD and the Advisory Committee of the National Center for Childrens Vision and Eye Health of Prevent Blindness. This button displays the currently selected search type. As a front line and entry point health care provider, doctors of Optometry often receive questions from patients about cannabinoids including ocular side effects, cognitive impairment and developmental effects for teenage use, addictive properties, as a gateway drug, and whether there is medicinal value for selected diseases. 2018 Todays Research, Tomorrows Practice Plenary Session research and disseminating knowledge in vision science through the continuing education presented at its annual meeting. She graduated with honors from The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 2000 and became a fellow in the American Academy of Optometry in 2003. She graduated with honors from The Ohio State University College of Optometry in 2000 and became a fellow in the American Academy of Optometry in 2003. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. Founded in 1922, the American Academy of Optometry is committed to promoting the art and science of vision care through lifelong learning. Dr. Walline is a Research Diplomate in the Cornea, Contact Lens, and Refractive Technologies Section. A former member of the National Advisory Committee for the National Center for Childrens Vision and Eye Health (NCCVEH), Dr. Cotter recently served as the Co-Chair of the Public Health & Disparities Research Panel for the NEIs Strategic Plan for the Future (2021-2025). Since serving as the National Liaison to the Academy for the American Optometric Student Association, Dr. Walline has passionately served the Academy because he understands the importance of educating optometrists through innovative science and cooperative fellowship. Interactive sessions are provided in a small group format. Denver, Colorado. Feb 02, 2023. I'm glad we continue to advance the technology to measure,quantify, and In 2021, she was named Professor of the Year for NSUs College of Optometry. By age 70, no 2-min-subtense (20/40) letters were seen at 0.01 fL luminance. Dr. Walline is a Research Diplomate in the Cornea, Contact Lens, and Refractive Technologies Section. Academy 2022 San Diego - American Academy of 1 week ago Meetings. Looking forward to build on this platform She is the co-Chair of the Pediatric Eye Disease Investigator Group (PEDIG), a clinical research network of pediatric optometrists and ophthalmologists funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH)/National Eye Institute (NEI) who perform clinical investigations related to pediatric eye disorders. Dr. Sharpe received her Doctor of Optometry degree from the Indiana University School of Optometry. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, embroidery, and breaking out of escape rooms with her husband and teenage children. His research interests focus on the epidemiology and control of blinding ocular disease in the US and in developing countries and includes health services research on outcomes of clinical management strategies on a population basis. From 1981 to 2010 Dr. McMahon was a faculty member at the University of Illinois at Chicago in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences and currently holds the rank of Professor of Ophthalmology. She is committed to serving within her profession and has held various national leadership roles as a national board examiner, national advisory group (OPAG) member for the Indian Health Service, and she is currently a Vice Chair on the admissions committee for the American Academy of Optometry as well as a board member of the American Academy of Optometry Foundation. AAOPT 2023 is in New Orleans, Louisiana USA but the venue of the event hasn't been determined yet. Stacey Coulter, OD, MS received her doctor of optometry degree in 1991 from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (PCO), completed a residency in Pediatric Optometry at PCO in 1992, and received an MS degree in education from Nova Southeastern University (NSU) in 2012. Extending Vision Care Services to the Underserved in Rural Areas through Collaborative Academic-Community Partnerships About the American Academy of Optometry Centennial Celebration During this year's annual meeting, the Academy will present a "Centennial Celebration" in recognition of its past 100 years. He has published widely and has lectured nationally and internationally. She is a member of the AAOs Fellows Doing Research SIG Steering Committee. Community Health Center Optometry: Responding to Disparities in Eye Care Chicago . Search by Subject Or Level. Honored to be selected as one of three Scientific Co-Chairs of the 2002 The Glaucoma Foundations Think Tank, Dr. Levin is internationally recognized as a leading researcher and strategist. When expanded it provides a list of search options that will switch the search inputs to match the current selection. A recipient of numerous teaching awards and editor of the textbook Clinical Applications of Prisms, Sue is a former Ezell Fellow and the 2019 recipient of the Glenn A Fry Lecture Award from the American Academy of Optometry. She is the Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs at Berkeley Optometry where she teaches the Anterior Segment Disease course and is a clinical instructor as well as a mentor for the Primary Care and Pediatric residents. She is a Diplomate in Binocular Vision, Perception, and Pediatric Optometry. The Psychological and Biological Interface of Mild Traumatic Brain Injury: Lessons from the OEF/OIF Veteran. She is also a member of the Communications Committee for the Association of Optometric Contact Lens Educators and is a Gallup-certified Strengths Coach. Her most recent research findings suggest that current methods of vision screening for drivers licensure may miss important aspects of visual impairment. Determining the Vision Care Needs and Meeting the Challenge of the Underserved Dr. Mick is a Staff Optometrist at the San Francisco VA Medical Center where he is the current Residency Coordinator and Co-Consultant to the national VA Optometry Service for VISN 21. Dr. Cotter has served in leadership positions for several large-scale NEI-funded studies the Multi-Ethnic Pediatric Eye Disease Study (MEPEDS), the Collaborative Longitudinal Evaluation of Refractive Error (CLEERE), the Convergence Insufficiency Treatment Trial (CITT), and the CITT-Attention & Reading Trial (CITT-ART). Current research in the epidemiology of aging and visual impairment and studies into vision function and aging will be presented as well as the clinical implications of this work. Spear also worked in a variety of industry settings including: Currently, Dr. He is a member of the American Optometric Association, Past President of the Minnesota Optometric Association, and currently serves on the AOA Third Party Committee as Vice Chair. Why Attend - 2022 The event will feature workshops, a robust lineup of lectures, popular ACE courses, Section and Special Interest Group (SIG) symposia, hundreds of scientific papers and posters, a world-class exhibit hall, and memorable social events. Director, National Eye Institute, National Institutes of Health, Donald Mutti, OD, PhD, FAAO Past 24 Hours; Past Week; Past month; Academy 2023 Optometry. Date Location Atten Exhib; Nov 10, 2023: San Diego, California-- . It meets at AOA's annual Optometry's Meeting to: Conduct AOA business. Barbara A. Brenner, JD, is a tireless activist who believes that everyone can make a difference and that everyones contribution is important to end the breast cancer epidemic. Spear also worked in a variety of industry settings including: Currently, Dr. He and his co-authors estimated that the annual total financial burden of these visual disorders in older adults is as high as $35 billion in the US. This button displays the currently selected search type. Dr. Coulter has a career-long interest in vision and its link to child development and learning. She has been involved in a longitudinal study of aging for a population living in Marin County, CA. Expert on biologic therapy for inflammatory disease, a rheumatologist that specializes in uveitis and other eye inflammations. Co-Director, Geriatric Neuropsychology Laboratory, New England GRECC-Boston Division, Christina Dolan, BA This years Plenary Session presented at Academy 2021 Boston, featured Dr. Beverly Daniel Tatum, a noted expert on the psychology of racism and race relations and best-selling author of Why Are All the Black Kids Sitting Together in the Cafeteria? I'm glad we continue to advance the technology to measure,quantify, and Membership Member Login American Academy of Optometry Email. She is a Presidents Circle member of the AAOF. In 2000 Dr. Marshall completed a US Public Health Service Primary Care Policy Fellowship with the US Department of Health and Human Services. Dr. Harrison is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Houston College of Optometry where her clinical and research interest involves electrophysiology in diabetes and other retinal diseases. She is a frequent presenter and has lectured throughout the United States, as well as the United Kingdom, China and India. I'm glad we continue to advance the technology to measure,quantify, and Director At Large, Research Committee Liaison, Dr. Harb earned a joint OD/MS (Vision Science) degree from The New England College of Optometry (NECO) in 2004 where she also completed a residency in Pediatrics. Dr. Carl Spear completed his undergraduate education at Western Kentucky University and is a 1991 graduate of the University of Alabama School of Optometry at Birmingham.