National Optometric Association

01/16/2026

From understanding glaucoma to managing daily life, this Prevent Blindness webinar covers it all. Critical Conversations About Glaucoma is designed for patients, care partners, and families seeking clarity and confidence.

🕒 Jan 20 | 3–4 PM CT
🔗 Register now: preventblindness.org/glaucoma-webinar

01/15/2026

📢 Clear your schedule and come ready to learn!

The 2026 Midwestern Symposium offers 8 hours of education in an engaging, collaborative environment built for optometric professionals.

Save your seat: https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/2026-midwestern-symposium/

01/14/2026

All eyes on the latest updates. 👀 The NOA Monthly Sightline is your monthly source for news, events, and insights from the NOA community.

📩 Check out this month’s issue today: https://conta.cc/4p1f3rz

01/13/2026

The Optometry Glaucoma Fellowship at UIC is a 1-year post-residency training program offering advanced, non-procedural glaucoma management, including diagnosis, treatment, and post-operative care.

Graduates are prepared to work across diverse settings—from academic medical centers to comprehensive glaucoma practices.
🗓️ Applications due: February 15, 2026
🎓 Start date: Summer 2026

Apply Here: https://chicago.medicine.uic.edu/ophthalmology-visual-sciences/education/fellowship-programs/optometry-glaucoma-fellowship/

01/12/2026

Did you know glaucoma often has no early symptoms?

📅 In one week, join us for the NOF Eye Health Webinar with Dr. Lauretta Justin as she sheds light on, “Glaucoma Awareness Month: A Silent Killer of Vision.”

📺 Live on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUJX1aUxakM
Tag a friend who should tune in! 👁️

01/01/2026

Here’s to a New Year focused on vision, impact, and unity. The National Optometric Association looks forward to another year of advancing optometry and serving our communities, together.

12/31/2025

There is still time to save!

Today is the final day for Early Bird pricing on 2026 NOA Membership and the 2026 NOA Convention.

Join us as we continue advancing eye care and community impact. Visit our website for more information: www.nationaloptometricassociation.com

12/25/2025

Wishing our NOA family a Merry Christmas and a season filled with peace, gratitude, and renewed vision for the year ahead.

12/19/2025

Students, residents, and ODs — this one’s for YOU! 🎓🩺

Level up your learning and your network at the NOA 2026 National Convention in St. Louis, MO!

🔹 14 hours of CE
🔹 Career-building connections
🔹 Engaging social experiences
🔹 A mission that matters

🚨 Early bird rates end 12/31!
https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/2026-national-convention/

12/18/2025

If you're part of a Divine Nine sorority or fraternity, we want to know!

Please complete our short survey and share your affiliation: https://forms.gle/17G883sQV9Khv9SC7

12/17/2025

⏳ Just 2 weeks left! Early Bird pricing for 2026 NOA Membership ends 12/31.

Join or renew now and lock in exclusive savings before the deadline.

👉 Don’t wait, be part of something bigger: https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/membership/

When you become an NOA member, you help turn awareness into action.

From student mentorship to preventive eye health education, your membership fuels programs that serve under-supported communities nationwide.

Early Bird pricing available through December 31.

Learn more: https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/membership/

12/16/2025

We’re inviting NOA members to sponsor a new graduate’s membership or contribute to our Membership Fund.

Your support helps young ODs step into their careers with community, mentorship, and opportunity.

💙 Invest in the next generation today!
https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/membership-signup/?membership=Donation