The American Academy of Optometry The Academy’s membership is comprised of optometrists, vision scientists, and other qualified professionals who have committed themselves to the rigorous process required to achieve its prestigious designation, Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO).

The American Optometric Association is a leader in eyecare and eye health.

The Glaucoma Foundation is dedicated to developing a cure for glaucoma through innovative research, collaboration and education. Our goal is to eradicate blindness caused by glaucoma.

The Association for Research in Vision & Ophthalmology is the largest eye and vision research organization in the world. The global membership includes nearly 12,000 researchers from over 60 countries.

The National Eye Institute their mission is to eliminate vision loss and improve quality of life through vision research.

The National Institutes of Health a part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the nation’s medical research agency—making important discoveries that improve health and save lives.

The Vision Council will achieve better vision for better lives through advocacy, research, technical standards, education, community building and trade shows.

InfantSEE is a public health program, managed by Optometry Cares – The AOA Foundation, is designed to ensure that eye and vision care becomes an integral part of infant wellness care to improve a child’s quality of life. Under this program, AOA member optometrists provide a no-cost comprehensive eye and vision assessment for infants 6-12 months old regardless of a family’s income or access to insurance coverage.

Low Vision Services helps impaired low vision patients regain independence.

The following websites provide support and information about age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and related topics for patients with AMD and their caregivers.

MD Support Macular Degeneration (MD) Support is a worldwide, non-profit public service organization founded to provide information and support for people who are affected by macular degeneration and similar retinal diseases.

Foundation Fighting Blindness provides support and information on the entire spectrum of retinal degenerative diseases.

Macular Degeneration Partnership’s Help Center provides comprehensive information about macular degeneration.

AMD Alliance Their mission is to bring knowledge, help and hope to individuals and families affected by AMD by providing information on early detection, treatment, rehabilitation and support services.