Welcome
to the Maryland Optometric Association
 The
mission of the MOA is to promote the highest quality eye and vision
care to the citizens and diverse communities of the state of Maryland;
to support and advance the profession of optometry through advocacy,
professional development and public awareness; to serve as a resource
for our patients and members; and to provide public health services
as an integral part of the health care system..
 Are
You a New Member? MOA Has Valuable Information Just for You!
As
a new member to MOA, you may have questions on several topics. The
MOA has just added a new member webpage that provides in-depth information
on a variety of topics that will interest you! Click
here to view the webpage now!
Registration
Now Open for Central MD Optometric Society Townhall and Dinner/CE
Join
the Central Maryland Optometric Society for an evening of education
and networking on Tuesday, September 16 at the Far East Restaurant
in Rockville. Attendees will be treated to dinner and an “Advances
in Corneal Surgery" presentation by guest lecturer Marwa Adi,
M.D. Click here for more information.
 August
Eye Witness Brings You the Latest Optometry Headlines
The
August 2008 issue of MOA Eye Witness is available
to download! Click
here to download your copy now! MOA members can access past
issues online.
Get your login information
for this Members Only material.
 Save
The Date!
MOA Convention to Take Place November 8-9!
Back
by popular demand, the MOA 2008 Convention is a weekend you don't
want to miss! This year's education schedule is jam packed with
informative programs including "Computer Vision Syndrome: Diagnosis
and Treatment" and "Glaucoma Grand Rounds" among
others. Enjoy catching up with friends and making new ones at the
optional dinner at McCormick and Schmick's Seafood Restaurant at
the Inner Harbor. More information will be available soon so mark
your calendars now!
Help
Spread the Word of MOA in the Community
The
MOA consumer Web site's mission is to enlighten Maryland residents
on what we as optometrists do in the local community. In order to
accomplish this we need YOUR help! If you have recently been a part
of a program or event in your local community, MOA wants to know
all about it. Please send information on the event and photos to
Eric Grammer at ericgrammer@assnhqtrs.com
and help spread the word of MOA in the Maryland community.
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Welcome
New Members
O.D.Members
Salumeh
Rastani, O.D.
Belcamp, Md.
Mona
Shroff, O.D.
Columbia, O.D.
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AOA
Offering Promotional Materials for School Year
In
an effort to help parents recognize that good vision is one
of the most crucial school supplies they can provide for their
children,the AOA has created promotional materials you can
personalize to fit your practice. This is an exclusive member
only benefit. Click
here to download the materials!
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Now
Available: MOA Diabetic Eye Examination Report
With
Medicare’s Physician Quality Reporting Initiative taking
effect July 1, 2007, it is now recommended that optometrists
document specifics of a diabetic exam. To facilitate the documentation
portion of this initiative the MOA is recommending use of
the MOA Diabetic Eye Examination Report. Click
here to read more!
Do
You Have Any Exciting News? We Want to Hear It!
 Has
something exciting happened to you? If so, we want to hear
about it! Find out more!
Got
Scope of Practice Questions? Get Your Answers Here.
New
optometrists or optometrists new to practice in Maryland may
find it helpful to review the current Maryland statute on
Optometric law. Optometrists practicing in the state for many
years may also benefit from getting reacquainted with the
law.
Find out more.
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Click
here for past headlines!
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Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
TEL:
(410) 727-7800• FAX: (410) 752-8295
EMAIL:
MOA@assnhqtrs.com
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