02/20/2026
🖤👁️ Today we honor Dr. Bess Francis Coleman, the first African American woman licensed to practice optometry in the United States.
Her legacy helped open doors in eye care and continues to inspire greater representation in healthcare. Dr. Coleman’s impact reminds us that progress in medicine is shaped by those who lead with courage and create opportunities for future generations.
We are proud to recognize the leaders who have helped shape the field of optometry this month and always.