Welcome to The Alaska Optometric Association

For over 20 years, the Alaska Optometric Association has been dedicated to improving and enhancing the vision care and public health in the state of Alaska. It has been the goal of the AKOA to unceasingly elevate the standard and ethics of the profession of optometry and to ensure that those who have earned the title of Doctor of Optometry are able to practice their profession in Alaska to the fullest extent possible.

Mission: The mission of the AKOA is to influence the future of eye care by ensuring the welfare of Alaskans and promoting the continued development of the profession of optometry.

Vision: As the professional association of the State of Alaska's optometric physicians, the Alaska Optometric Association is the acknowledged leader and recognized authority for primary eye and vision care in Alaska.

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Bill seeks better fix to Medicare Physician Fee Schedule cuts

Aug 14, 2024

Doctors of optometry have safely performed thousands of optometric laser procedures

Aug 14, 2024

A review of optometric laser procedures reveals there is “strong and compelling” evidence that extending optometric laser.

As technology turns, sports vision and performance optometrist pivots

Aug 14, 2024

Graham Erickson, O.D., surely appreciates the dedication of the Olympic athletes soaring, sprinting and swimming in Paris. A big heart.

FTC issues 10-year Eyeglass Rule update as AOA renews demand for crackdown on medical device scammers

Jul 14, 2024

A nearly decade-long rule review ends with new requirements for prescribers, yet commissioners abandon two once-proposed, damaging.

AOA members help Olympians gain an edge

Jul 14, 2024

The countdown to the Olympic Games in Paris is on. Discover how AOA member optometrists have helped elite athletes prepare.