National Optometric Association

National Optometric Association To Advance the Visual Health of Under-supported Populations.

"Committed to insure comprehensive eye and vision health care, decreasing the health disparity in minority communities as it promotes diversity in vision care providers". Founded in 1969 and comprised primarily of minority optometrists, the National Optometric Association’s mission of “Advancing the Visual Health of Minority Populations” is accomplished by emphasizing ways to enhance the delivery;

effectiveness and efficiency of eye and vision care services in minority communities. In efforts to promote greater cultural diversity, the recruitment and retention of minority students into the schools and colleges of optometry and their placement into appropriate practice settings upon graduation are two priorities of the NOA. Recent NOA efforts have focused on the Association's desire to better educate those populations who are at higher risk of developing sight-threatening conditions like glaucoma and diabetic eye disease -- specifically urban, rural and minority populations with poor access to eye health care -- about the importance of early detection and timely treatment. Please visit our website to view our programs as well as future development at www.NationalOptometricAssociation.com.

The National Optometric Association is proud to support an important initiative led by the Association of Clinicians for...
04/23/2026

The National Optometric Association is proud to support an important initiative led by the Association of Clinicians for the Underserved to expand access to vision care through community health centers. 👁️✨

Working in an FQHC? We’d love for you to share your insight and help shape this work.

Connect with Susan Primo to get involved at sprimo@emory.edu

Heading to the AOA Meeting? Don’t miss the NOA & Friends Reception in Phoenix! 🌵Connect, network, and enjoy the evening ...
04/22/2026

Heading to the AOA Meeting? Don’t miss the NOA & Friends Reception in Phoenix! 🌵Connect, network, and enjoy the evening with us.

👉 Sign up now to secure your spot: https://forms.gle/yuCyRaJPAs3ckYt36

We love seeing our members win! 🙌🏾Congratulations to Shawn Hobbs, OD, on being voted First Place in Optometry by Richmon...
04/21/2026

We love seeing our members win! 🙌🏾

Congratulations to Shawn Hobbs, OD, on being voted First Place in Optometry by Richmond Magazine and recognized as a Top Doc for the 5th year in a row.

Well deserved and well earned!

Congratulations to Shawn Hobbs, OD on being voted into First Place in Optometry Richmond Magazine and as a Top Doc for the fifth year in a row! Dr. Hobbs can be found in the Optometry category.

Dr. Hobbs is joined by Dr. Iuono and Dr. Michael in this year's Top Docs issue of the Richmond Magazine. Read the article online here: https://issuu.com/richmondmagazine/docs/april_2026

We’re LIVE tonight! Have you ever encountered sudden vision loss in practice? 👇Join us TONIGHT at 7PM EST as Dr. Demetri...
04/20/2026

We’re LIVE tonight!

Have you ever encountered sudden vision loss in practice? 👇

Join us TONIGHT at 7PM EST as Dr. Demetric Jones explores a compelling case connecting vision loss and multiple sclerosis.

📺 Watch LIVE on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w60J9f3bPRw

The NOA is calling on optometric professionals to volunteer at our Serve Where You Go Community Event in St. Louis!Wheth...
04/17/2026

The NOA is calling on optometric professionals to volunteer at our Serve Where You Go Community Event in St. Louis!

Whether you’re available in the morning or afternoon, there’s a place for you to make a difference.

📍 Friendly Temple Church
🕒 AM & PM shifts available

Your time makes an impact. 👉 Register today: https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/volunteer/

Who’s making an impact in optometry right now? 👀Now’s your chance to give them the recognition they deserve.The 2026 NOA...
04/16/2026

Who’s making an impact in optometry right now? 👀

Now’s your chance to give them the recognition they deserve.

The 2026 NOA Award Nominations are officially open!

Members: Nominate an individual, institution, or organization that’s elevating the profession.

🏆 Winners honored at the 2026 Convention
📅 Deadline: May 31, 2026
Submit your nomination today: https://forms.gle/fuxrQSFAwdv1rZbg9

Who’s ready to hit the course for a cause? ⛳️👇Join us for a day of golf, fun, and community at the Dr. Henry Moore & Dr....
04/15/2026

Who’s ready to hit the course for a cause? ⛳️👇

Join us for a day of golf, fun, and community at the Dr. Henry Moore & Dr. Raleigh Bynum Scholarship Tournament

Not swinging a club this time?
You can still donate to the scholarship 💚

Drop a ⛳️ if we’ll see you there! Learn more here: https://nof.nationaloptometricassociation.com/golf-tournament/

We come together to remember and celebrate the life of Dr. Raleigh Wesley Bynum: a leader, mentor, and pioneer whose leg...
04/10/2026

We come together to remember and celebrate the life of Dr. Raleigh Wesley Bynum: a leader, mentor, and pioneer whose legacy will continue to inspire.

Please join us on April 13, 2026 for his celebration of life:
📍 Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Charlotte, NC
🕊️ Visitation at 10:00 AM | Service at 11:30 AM
Interment with military honors will follow on April 14 at 10:00 AM at Salisbury National Cemetery.

You may read his obituary here:
https://longandsonmortuary.com/service-announcements/raleigh-wesley-bynum-sr/1869/

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his honor to:
NOF Dr. Henry Moore and Dr. Raleigh Bynum Golf Scholarship: https://nof.nationaloptometricassociation.com/donations/

Don’t miss this 👇A powerful conversation on sudden vision loss and its connection to multiple sclerosis.📅 April 20 | 7 P...
04/09/2026

Don’t miss this 👇

A powerful conversation on sudden vision loss and its connection to multiple sclerosis.

📅 April 20 | 7 PM
🎤 Featuring Dr. Demetric Jones

Tap in LIVE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w60J9f3bPRw

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Honoring leadership. Supporting your journey.The Dr. Marvin R. Poston Leadership Awards will provide $4,000 scholarships...
04/07/2026

Honoring leadership. Supporting your journey.

The Dr. Marvin R. Poston Leadership Awards will provide $4,000 scholarships to four optometry students, one from each year.

Presented in collaboration with VSP Vision and the National Optometric Association.
🗓 Deadline: May 17, 2026

Questions or video submissions? schoolsofoptometry@vsp.com
Apply and lead with purpose.

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5009 Beatties Ford Road, # 278, Ste 107
Charlotte, NC
28216

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Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm

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