Optometric Associations and Organizations

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International Society of Refractive Surgeons
International organization of eye care professionals committed to providing scientific research, knowledge and information to all individuals interested in refractive surgery.

 
Contact Lens Society of America
Educational association founded to disseminate contact lens education for individuals who are fitting contact lenses in ophthalmology, optometry and opticianry.

 
National Association of Vision Professionals
Nonprofit association that advocates for maximum vision and eye health for all.

 
The American Academy of Optometry
Professional organization for practicing optometrists. Promotes education and research in the field of optometry.

 
Glaucoma Foundation
Not-for-profit organization dedicated to eradicating blindness from glaucoma through public awareness and research.

 
Contact Lens Council
Nonprofit organization serving as an educational resource on vision correction for consumers.

 
Iowa Optometric Association
Information on optometric and continuing education.

 
Center for Keratoconus
Information about keratoconus, including treatment, prevention and diagnosis, with message boards, support groups, personal stories, doctors, research and clinical trials.

 
EyeHelp.org
Information about vision and vision care presented as a public service of the California Optometric Association.

 
Alabama Chapter, Volunteer Optometric Service to Humanity
Nonprofit, charitable volunteer organization dedicated to providing vision care and related services to underserved people.

 
Boston Foundation for Sight 
Nonprofit institution dedicated to restoring sight to damaged corneas, offering contact lenses as an alternative to surgery.

 
Optical Laboratories Association
Organization composed of eyecare professionals. Offers training videos, lens menus and other office products to its members.

 
Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation Association, International
Organization of professionals involved in the visual rehabilitation of people who have physical disabilities or traumatic brain injury.

 
International Society of Ocular Toxicology
Group encourages research, training, publication and dissemination of knowledge in all aspects of ocular toxicology.

 
Texas Optometric Association
Site offers listings of the members of the organization, as well as the text of the Texas Optometry Act.

 
Doheny Eye Institute
Associated with the University of Southern California the institute offers residency programs in opthalmology.

 
Polycarbonate Lens Council
Information about polycarbonate lenses provided for eyewear consumers, eye care professionals and ophthalmic educators.

 
National Optometric Association
Aims to improve the quality and accessibility of eye care in minority and underserved communities. Supports student recruitment and career placement of minority eye care practitioners.

 
Beta Sigma Kappa
International optometric honor society promoting academic excellence and the ethical practice of optometry.

 
Association of Regulatory Boards of Optometry
Group represents and assists member licensing agencies in regulating the practice of optometry.

 
Connecticut Association of Optometrists
Professional membership organization for optometrists.

 
Vision Council of America Better Vision Institute (VCA/BCI)
Trade organization promoting public education about eye health and fashion issues.

 
California Optometric Association Online
Professional mebership association for optometrists in California.

 
National Alliance for Eye and VisionResearch
Nonprofit advocacy organization made up of a coalition of professional, consumer and industry organizations involved in research in eye and vision disorders.

 
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