MISSOURI OPTOMETRIC ASSOCIATION

Featured MOA Member Matthew Lazarus, O.D. shares some motivating words for opening a new clinic: "To those who are contemplating making the leap to private practice ownership, I encourage you to believe in yourself and go all-in. It’s been stressful and I’ve learned so much about running a business in a short amount of time, but it’s been an incredibly rewarding process. It has been very rewarding to see the practice grow and have an impact on the community when it starts with just a business plan and some dreams." You can find Dr. Lazarus at Lazarus Eye Care in High Ridge, MO.

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Congratulations to the American Optometric Association Leadership Institute Class of 2024 on their graduation!!! Thank you to the members of the AOA Leadership Development Committee for their vision and leadership. Roya Attar, OD, MBA, DHA Jodi Baker Saysha Blazier Dr. Helene D. Clayton-Jeter (she/her) Bill Hefner Matthew Jones @Breanne McGhee Devin Sasser, O.D. Marina Su, OD, FAAO . It was an honor for me to chair the committee for the past 7 years. Thank you Johnson & Johnson and EssilorLuxottica for your support and sponsorship and enabling our vision to become reality. Charissa Lee, OD, MBA, FAAO Mandy Sallach, OD Dr. Ryan Parker Aaron Goffinet, OD

Don't underestimate the power of eye exams. Robert's family never imagined this would reveal a shocking diagnosis. Click the link for his story: https://lnkd.in/gwfUsYVx

Today, Nov 21, is the Great American Smokeout Day. The American Cancer Society has hosted this event for almost 50 years. It's an opportunity for people who smoke to commit to living healthy, smoke-free lives. How does smoking affect your eyes? Smoke from cigarettes can cause ocular irritation; smoking is associated with worsening of cataracts and type 2 diabetes; people who smoke are 4x more likely to develop a blinding eye disease called macular degeneration. Schedule an exam with a Doctor of Optometry to maintain your ocular health and vision function. missouri.aoa.org https://lnkd.in/gr9TEk_w

Diabetes can cause an eye disease called diabetic retinopathy, but your optometrist can see early signs. Find an MOA doctor to schedule an eye exam.

Don't let your vision benefits go to waste! Use your HSA to schedule an eye exam with an MOA Doctor before the year ends. https://lnkd.in/dbDNntp6

Today, NOV 15, is the last day to get your welcome kit with your new membership! Membership also offers valuable tools and resources that help you succeed. Use promo code: 24FAAQAF Sign up at aoa.org

2025 MOA Legislative Conference Registration is OPEN! Come join us for the MOA Legislative Conference on January 26th - 27th, 2025 at the Millbottom in Jefferson City, MO. Get the latest update on scope discussion, CE courses, and meet your legislators. We have a battle ahead of us and we need your support! Click link for more information and to register. https://lnkd.in/giJhajXH

Doctors of optometry can identify early warning signs of diseases through a dilated eye exam. Early detection and treatment can save your vision. No online app can do that. Make an appointment NOW with an MOA Doctor of Optometry near you. missouri.aoa.org