AOA

Highly Engaged Employees

Founded in 1898, the American Optometric Association (AOA) is the primary federation representing the optometry profession in the United States. As a membership organization, AOA advocates for family eye doctors, ensuring they maintain a central role in comprehensive vision care. The association supports state, student, and armed forces optometric associations, fostering a unified voice. By establishing rigorous standards and promoting public awareness regarding eye exams, AOA shapes the landscape of modern vision health.

AOA operates with 500-1,000 employees across 9 locations. This footprint allows the organization to manage its network of affiliates and provide robust support services. Meet AOA's team to learn about the leadership and professional staff driving these initiatives. The association’s structure facilitates communication between departments, ensuring that clinical guidance and regulatory support reach practitioners efficiently. This scale supports the association's ability to influence health care policy and maintain high standards of professional practice.

The association offers clinical guidance, continuing education, and health care policy advocacy. With annual revenue of $67.1M, AOA invests in programs essential for practitioners seeking to advance their clinical skills. Furthermore, the organization plays a vital role in regulatory enforcement and task force initiatives, ensuring the profession adheres to high quality standards. Through its commitment to education, AOA remains a cornerstone of the optometric community, providing resources necessary for doctors to deliver exceptional patient outcomes in an evolving health care environment.