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World Council of Optometry (WCO) - http://www.worldoptometry.org/
An international organization dedicated to the enhancement and development of eye and vision care worldwide. Representing over 50 countries, it serves as a forum for member organizations to respond to public health needs and opportunities around the world. |
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New Zealand Association of Optometrists - http://www.nzao.co.nz
Represents over 90% of the Practising Optometrists in New Zealand. Information for optometrists, vision and useful links. |
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The Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists - http://www.hkspo.org.hk
Established in 1982 by a group of optometry graduates from overseas, the society's objectives are to promote and improve the science and practice of optometry for the public benefit, and to maintain the highest possible standards of eye care services. |
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British Contact Lens Association - http://www.bcla.org.uk/
Information about the association. Clinical Conference announcements, continuing education courses and scientific meetings. |
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The Optometry Council of Australia and New Zealand - http://www.ocanz.org
Provides information and guidance for overseas-trained optometrists wanting to register as an optometrist in Australia or New Zealand. It also has information for optometrists applying for migration to Australia and requiring a Skills Assessment. |
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College of Optometrists in Vision Development - http://www.covd.org
Certifying body for doctors in the optometric specialty called Behavioral/ Developmental/ Rehabilitative Optometry. |
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The College of Optometrists (United Kingdom) - http://www.college-optometrists.org
Professional, scientific and examining body for optometry in the UK. |
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General Optical Council, UK - http://www.optical.org/
Regulatory authority in the UK and Northern Ireland responsible for the regulation of opticians (optometrists). It does this by providing for statutory registration, the accreditation and monitoring of education, training and examination. It also enforces proper standards of practice and conduct. |
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Opticians Association of America - http://www.oaa.org
National organization working on behalf of the independent optician. Consumer information about eyewear and choosing an optician. |
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The National Association of Veterans Affairs Optometrists (NAVAO) - http://www.navao.org/
Non-profit organization whose members are optometrists working for the US Department of Veterans Affairs. VA residencies and research fellowships, links, and open positions. |
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California Optometric Association - http://www.coavision.org
Dedicated to assuring the highest quality health care for the public through the advancement of optometry. |
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Association of Optometrists, UK - http://www.assoc-optometrists.org/
Mission is to promote and protect its members, individually and collectively, with services and representation to enhance their professional and business activities. |
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Ontario Association of Optometrists - http://www.optom.on.ca
Provides information about optometry, the association, and vision and eye health. |
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American Academy of Optometry (British Chapter) - http://www.academy.org.uk/
Organization to promote excellence in the practise of optometry. |
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Optometrists Registration Board of New South Wales - http://www.optomreg.health.nsw.gov.au/
Information about the Optometrists Registration Board of NSW. Includes registration related resources for optometrists, practitioner search, annual reports, survey results, links to relevant legislation and information for the general public. |
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Illinois Optometric Association - http://www.ioaweb.org/
Provides support, networking and continuing education for optometrists within the state. Includes events calendar, publications, and convention information. |
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Institute of Optometry, UK - http://www.ioo.org.uk/
Offers a comprehensive range of services to support the optical professional throughout the UK. Also provides specialist eyecare services to the public. |
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Ohio Optometric Association - http://www.ooa.org
Promotes high quality optometric care, and advancement of the profession of optometry. |
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Australasian College of Behavioural Optometrists (ACBO) - http://www.acbo.org.au
Foundation for knowledge and education for professionals in behavioural optometry. |
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Tennessee Optometric Association - http://www.toaonline.org
Information about the profile and activities of the Tennessee Optometric Association. Includes eye health information, doctor finder and member resources. |
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ProVison - http://www.provision.net.au
Provides business support, training, advice and advocacy to independent optometrists in Australia. |
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Maryland Optometric Association - http://www.marylandeyes.com
Dedicated to delivering the highest standard of professional optometry care to the citizens of the state. |
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Orthokeratology Society of Oceania - http://www.osa.net.au/
Provides information about vision correction with orthokeratology. Includes news, listing of member practitioners, and articles. |
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Texas Optometric Association - http://texas.aoa.org
Includes information about locating an eye doctor, consumer and career information, and member resources. |
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Tanzania Optometric Association - http://www.toa.kabissa.org/
Encourages professional conduct amongst its members, and represents them with the government. |