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Weʼve got a NEW Address!!
Please send all correspondence to:
National Optometric Association
5009 Beatties Ford Rd Ste.107-278
Charlotte, NC 28216
Call 877.394.2020 or Fax: 877.NOA.2006
Optometry Networking Social: Holiday Party!
Hosted by Dr. Mescheca
Bunyon
Wednesday, December 21st at 7pm
Jasperʼs Restaurant, Largo, MD.
RSVP to 301.653.4115
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| We are sad to announce the passing of Dr. James A. DeClue. He was a great
friend and pioneer to our profession and will be greatly missed. Click here to
read his obituary. . |
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Congratulations Dr. Millicent Knight for OD of the Year for Illinois Optometric Association.
Click here for the announcement in
Review of Optometryʼs Women in Optometry. In addition
to all that she does as owner of North Shore Eye Center in Illinois, Dr. Knight is
also a charter member of “Women of Vision.” (www.wovonline.org/home) |
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Dr. Sabrina Reed is the 1st full time African American staff optometrist now at ICO. She joins Joseph McCray who has been part time for over 25 years. |
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Congratulations to Drs. Stephanie Johnson and Sherrol Reynolds for being one of 19 recipients of the Healthy Eyes Heathy People (HEHP) Community Grant Recipients sponsored by Optometry Cares, the AOA Foundation and Luxottica, Inc. |
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Dr. Mel Shipp was installed on October 31, 2011 as President of the American Public Health Association. |
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Dr. Janelle Davison was featured as the cover story in the September issue of Women in Optometry (Supplement to Review of Optometry).
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The selection of NOA 2011 Optometrist of the year was not only an honor but affirmed
my feeling of appreciation from peers in the NOA family . My only regret is that my dad,
the late Robert Johnson was not physically here to witness this blessing. I, like him find
reward in representing optometry and in servicing patients. I plan as NOA President-
Elect to represent optometry well as I continue NOA's mission of "Advancing the Visual
Health of Minority Populations"
Stephanie Johnson-Brown,O.D.,M.Ed.
Dr. Johnson-Brown was recently featured on WGN News Chicago's Very OWN. In case
you missed it, click here.
She was also featured in ICOʼs August Alumni E-Newsletter for this accomplishment.
On 9/9/2011, they are honoring her father, Dr. Robert Johnson, with
the lifetime
service award at ICO's homecoming weekend gala. |
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| Congratulations to Dr. LaSheta David for being selected as Vision Mondayʼs one of
the “Most Influential Women in Optical.” Visit the members only page for the
complete article. |
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Congratulations to Dr. Sabrina Reed who was named as a Fellow in the American
Academy of Optometry at the last Academy meeting in San Francisco. She is a
dedicated Region II member of the NOA. |
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It is with sincere sadness that we inform you of the passing of Dr. Charles Comer. Dr. Comer was a former NOA President as well as NOA's Association Manager/
Meeting Planner who helped NOA become what it is today! His tireless and
relentless dedication to the NOA will be missed. We ask everyone to pray for his
beloved wife Shirley, his daughters, extended family and friends. As the NOA
moves forward...Dr. Comer will FOREVER be in our hearts and minds.
Dr. LaSheta P. David,
NOA President 2010-11 |
Click here to view the obituary. |
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The passing of a legend...
It is with great sorrow, that we report the
loss of Dr. Robert L. Johnson (1930-2010). He was a pioneer in optometry, a loving father, and devoted NOA member. He will be greatly missed. Click here for the March AOA News tribute article.
• In tribute to the loss of past NOA President Dr. Robert L. Johnson, you can purchase a copy of a Larry Fitzgerald plaque. Part of the proceeds go the Plano Vision Development Center to help continue Dr. Johnsonʼs legacy. Contact COVD at 888.268.3770 for orders.
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| “Vision Included in Governmentʼs New Goals with Healthy People 2020” (Vision Monday) The NOA is a continued partner of the Healthy People 2020 initiative. Click here for more information. |
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Dr. Cynthia Heard, Dr. Cynthia Heard was recently published in the September 2010 edition of Review of
Optometry’s Women in Optometry. Visit the Member’s Only page to read her article entitled, “Diversity in Optometry in an Imperfect World.” |
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Good Will- Holiday Special" from Modern Optical... For mevery 20 qualified frames your office purchases,then MODERN OPTICAL will DONATE 20 additional frames to children and/or adults who are less fortunate so that hey too can be given the GIFT to SEE.
Click here for more information. |
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Congratulations to Dr. Mel Shipp, who was named President-elect of the American Public Health Association (APHA). He currently serves as a board member of Prevent Blindness America. To see the New Press Release visit, please visit the Members Only page. |
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We are sorry to inform
you of the
loss of...
Dr. John Perez
We are sad to announce the loss of Past President Dr. John Perez of Houston, Texas on August 21, 2010. He served as NOA president from 1995 to 1997. As a good friend and dedicated member of the NOA he will be greatly missed. Click here to view the obituary. |
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Dr. James E. Washington
It is with great sadness to report the passing of Dr. James E. Washington. Dr. Washington was a Life Member of the NJSOP, AOA, and past president of the NOA. Dr. James E Washington left this world on May 18, 2010 to a better place in heaven. Dr. Washington was recognized as our Past President and faithful member during last years convention as an Honorary Member. Furthermore, he was able to attend and fellowship with old and new friends. |
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Dr. Charles Holmes
Holmes, Charles B., O.D. 1922 - 2010. Optometrist. Age 86, of Chicago, Illinois, beloved husband of Zoraida Valdez, M.D., loving father of Charles B. Holmes III, M.D. and Baxter Holmes, RN. Optometrist with offices in the near north side and loop area for fifty-three years. Enjoyed such comforts as, music, singing, and international travels. Best known for his sense of humor and storytelling. He was actively involved in many organizations and a mentor to many youth adults. He will be greatly missed by his family and community. |
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| Congratulations to Dr. Joyce Ramsue-Thompson, NOA Optometrist of the year. CLICK HERE to view the VOSH-OHIO Summer 201 newsletter. |
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Congratulations to Dr. Susan Primo for being published in the February 2010 AOA Optometry Journal entitled, “Implantable miniature telescope: Lessons Learned.”
To access this article, please visit the Members Only page. |
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Super Bowl Star Larry Fitzgerald Stops to Give Parents Advice on Vision Therapy
CLICK HERE for the complete “Marketwire” article.
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Congratulations to Dr. Sherrol A. Reynolds who is a contributing author of the front page article of Optometry Times entitled "Researchers Focus on New treatment options for DME." The article is in the May issue of Optometry times.
To access this article, please visit the Members Only page. |
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Minority Recruitment Presentation -- Dr. Cynthia Heard
(see the members Only page if you missed her presentation at the NOA Region II meeting in June) . |
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Congratulations to Dr. Sherita Brown for being featured in the Review of Optometry’s Women in Optometry magazine.
To access this article, please visit the Members Only page. |
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This April Dr. Stephanie Johnson-Brown, NOA V.P. visited Western University of Health
Science, School of Optometry in Pomona, Ca. The new school of optometry was quite
impressive. She shared a
power point and new video about the NOA with faculty and first year students. She also, shared information about the specialty of behavioral optometry. The
students "enjoyed and learned a lot from her presentation", say Ann Ellis, Asst. Dean of Student
Affairs. They are very interested in beginning a NOSA Chapter and increasing
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| Dr. Stephanie Brown and the AOA head to the Capital to push for Health Care Reform. To see the featured article in the AOA News February Issue visit the Members Only page. |
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| We would like to acknowledge Dr. Joyce Ramsue Thompson on her safe return from Haiti. She was in the country with the Ohio VOSH Team when the earthquake occurred. See the AOA News article entitled "Ohio VOSH team in Haiti as earthquakes strike" (February Issue). |
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| Congratulations to NOA Drs. Linda Johnson and Susan Primo for being featured in the November 2009 Women in Optometry for their dedication to service. |
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Thank you to Larry Fitzgerald, grandson of Dr. Robert Johnson
and wide receiver for the Arizona Cardinals, for his outstanding contributions to Public Awareness of Vision Therapy and Developmental Vision Care. He was recognized with the “2009 Eagle Award” by the AOA and the “Making Vision Therapy Visible Award” by the COVD |
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Congratulations to Robert E. Horne for being appointed vice president and dean of student affairs at Salus University. He has been an extraordinary advocate for increasing diversity among the Salus student body and instrumental in the implementation of the Summer Enrichment Program.
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Congratulations Dr. Edwin C. Marshall
Dr. Edwin C. Marshall is being inducted into the National Optometry Hall of Fame Class of 2009. The induction ceremony took place June 26, 2009 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, outside Washington, DC |
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Click HERE to download the 2011 NOA Newsletter
Click HERE to download the NOA News for Modern Optical
Click HERE to download the Fall 2010 eNews Brief
Click HERE to download the Spring 2010 eNews Brief
Click HERE to download the 2010 NOA Newsletter
Click HERE to download the 2010 Convention Update
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