Welcome to the Maryland Optometric Association

The mission of the Maryland Optometric Association (MOA) is to provide its members with the resources necessary to deliver the highest standard of professional care to the citizens of Maryland. A not-for-profit, voluntary association of eye and vision care specialists, MOA serves as the "Voice of Optometry" in Maryland.


Registration Now Open for June 8 CE Program!

Make your plans now to attend the MOA sponsored CE program taking place on Sunday, June 8 at the BWI Marriott. Featuring the University of Maryland Ophthalmologists this 6 hour CE program will include interesting lectures such as "Ptosis: Diagnosis, Management and Red Flags." Click here for more details!



Welcome New Members

O.D.Members

Nancy Denton, O.D.
Ellicott City, Md.

Mark Farbman, O.D.
Frederick, Md.

Dawn Gill, O.D.
Frederick, Md.

James Smeriglio, O.D.
Ellicott City, Md.

Alizzi Stanchel, O.D.
Laurel, Md.

Kimberly Williams, O.D.
Randallstown, Md.


Student Members

Mahsa Salehi
Columbia, Md.



AOA Offering Promotional Materials for School Year

In an effort to help parents recognize that good vision is one of the most crucial school supplies they can provide for their children,the AOA has created promotional materials you can personalize to fit your practice. This is an exclusive member only benefit. Click here to download the materials!


AOA, VSP Campaign to Prevent Computer Vision Syndrome as School Begins

The school year has officialy begun and most parents are busily making their way through a list of “to-dos.” A visit to the optometrist should be on their list. The AOA has created a list of list of materials that will be helpful for parents in getting their children ready for school. Click here to read more!


Got Scope of Practice Questions? Get Your Answers Here.

New optometrists or optometrists new to practice in Maryland may find it helpful to review the current Maryland statute on Optometric law. Optometrists practicing in the state for many years may also benefit from getting reacquainted with the law. Find out more.


 

April Eye Witness Brings You the Latest Optometry Headlines

The April 2008 issue of MOA Eye Witness is available to download! Click here to download your copy now! MOA members can access past issues online. Get your login information for this Members Only material.


MOA Celebrates Army/Navy Weekend with a Successful 2007 Convention!

Over 275 OD's from around the region gathered for education and socializing at the 2007 MOA Convention that took place December 1-2 at the Hyatt Regency Baltimore. Guest speakers wowed the crowd with intriguing lectures on the latest topics in optometry, army/navy giveaways added entertainment and the 2007 MOA Awards were presented to four professionals who were honored for their hard work and dedication. Click here to view photos from the event!


MOA Wins Membership Award

The MOA recently won an award from the AOA for Best Net Membership Increase from January 2001 - December 2006 in the midsized associations category! Congratulations to all who have helped to achieve this!



Now Available: MOA Diabetic Eye Examination Report

With Medicare’s Physician Quality Reporting Initiative taking effect July 1, 2007, it is now recommended that optometrists document specifics of a diabetic exam. To facilitate the documentation portion of this initiative the MOA is recommending use of the MOA Diabetic Eye Examination Report. Click here to read more!


Do You Have Any Exciting News? We Want to Hear It!

June Eye Witness Focuses on Maryland Optometrists Helping NFL ExecutivesHas something exciting happened to you? If so, we want to hear about it! Find out more!

 


Click here for past headlines!

720 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
TEL: (410) 727-7800• FAX: (410) 752-8295

EMAIL: MOA@assnhqtrs.com

 

The Maryland Optometric Association is professionally managed by
The Joseph E. Shaner Company