Optometric Extension Program Foundation

01/29/2026

OEPF Updates: Frozen Weather, Burning Passion for Learning + 2026 Clinical Roadmap - https://mailchi.mp/oepf/oepf-updates-frozen-weather-burning-passion-for-learning-2026-clinical-roadmap

01/26/2026

Headline: We Survived the Polar Vortex! ❄️🧠

Shout out to the "frozen" but fearless members of the Michigan Vision Therapy Study Group! 🥶

This past weekend, Michigan threw a winter storm and a Polar Vortex at us, but it wasn't enough to stop the learning! We had 100+ attendees gather to talk all things Neuro-rehabilitation. To the 10 people who were stuck at home—we missed you, stay warm!

We spent 1.5 days leveling up our skills with some of the best in the field:
Scheiman & .Baxstrom took us deep into ABI & TBI insights.
David Cook reminded us of the power of the "Art & Emotion" in our therapy rooms.
Scott Lewis shared game-changing binocular approaches.

Huge thanks to the OEPF and the Michigan organizing committee . Dan Fortenbacher . Brad Habermehl and our incredible sponsors for keeping the coffee hot and the education top-tier: Bernell | Chadwick Optical | EyeLux

The ice couldn't stop the progress. See you all next year—hopefully with a little less snow!

01/26/2026

A huge shout out to everyone who made it to the Southwestern Congress of Optometry this past weekend (January 24–25, 2026)!

Despite the messy snow and ice that tried to slow things down, the commitment to the profession was on full display. A special mention goes out to the featured speaker, Dr. Brenda Montecalvo, for her incredible sessions on the Assessment and Treatment of Strabismus and Amblyopia. Her expertise in functional vision and patient outcomes is always a highlight, but it was especially impressive to see such a great turnout and engagement given the winter weather. A great big thank you to some of the organizing team and the people behind this conference Justin Chelette OD FAAO COEP Here is a picture of the last remaining participants who braved the weather and stayed at the conference until the end in spite of the inclement weather.

01/23/2026

OEPF-SAOA MOU and Make 2026 the Year You Get OEPF Certified - https://mailchi.mp/oepf/oepf-saoa-mou-and-make-2026-the-year-you-get-oepf-certified

01/18/2026

🌍 Welcome SAOA! 🌍 as an OEPF and ICBO Partner Organization

We’re proud to announce a new partnership and MOU between OEPF and the South African Optometric Association (SAOA).

✅ SAOA members can now register directly with OEPF
✅ Enjoy a fee reduction on Clinical Curriculum courses, seminars, and webinars
✅ All OEPF education is ARBO-accredited and eligible for CPD points in South Africa
✅ Completion leads to OEPF certification

“This agreement strengthens our mission to advance behavioral optometry through international education and collaboration,” — Eric Hussey, OEPF Chair on behalf of OEPF Board of Directors

🔗 Explore upcoming courses and register here:
https://www.oepf.org/calendar/

01/15/2026

Vision, Brain & Behavior - Start 2026 By Looking At The Brain Through The Lens Of Visionhttps://mailchi.mp/oepf/vision-brain-behavior-start-2026-by-looking-at-the-brain-through-the-lens-of-vision

01/08/2026

Seeing the Brain Differently: Vision, ABI/TBI and Dementia in focus during January - https://mailchi.mp/oepf/seeing-the-brain-differently-vision-abitbi-and-dementia-in-focus-during-january

12/31/2025

Happy New Year from the OEPF Board! 🎉- Thank you for your support and for helping us advance our mission this past year. - https://mailchi.mp/oepf/happy-new-year-from-oepf-2026

12/22/2025

Grateful for You: Year-End Tax Benefits & CA Dashboard Updates - https://mailchi.mp/oepf/grateful-for-you-year-end-tax-benefits-ca-dashboard-updates

12/19/2025

Happy Holidays from the OEPF Board! - As we wrap up another inspiring year, we want to send a heartfelt thank you for your support, passion, and partnership. - https://mailchi.mp/oepf/happy-holidays-from-the-oepf-board

12/17/2025

Happy Holidays from the OEPF Board!

As we wrap up another inspiring year, we want to send a heartfelt thank you for your support, passion, and partnership. You’ve helped us move our mission forward in countless ways — we truly couldn’t have done it without you!

Here’s to a joyful holiday season, a spectacular 2026, and many more optometric adventures together.
May the new year bring clarity, vision, and plenty of moments that make you smile.

With appreciation,
The OEPF Board 🎄✨👓
Drs. Eric Hussey, Pam Schnell, Brad Habermehl, Fred Brecheen, Tam Petrosyan, Line Vreven

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12/16/2025

Welcome to the OEPF OVP Journal Holiday Edition: Volume 13, Issue 4🎅🤶 - https://mailchi.mp/oepf/it-is-here-the-oepf-ovp-journal-holiday-edition-volume-13-issue-4