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    • Can the AOA help me with a concern about my eyes?

      The American Optometric Association (AOA) is a membership organization and does not see patients directly nor provide medical advice. We would advise that you consult with your doctor regarding this issue. Please refer to our website to find a doctor ...
    • How can paraoptometric staff join as associate members?

      AOA member doctors can visit AOA.org and under the “Member Center” tab select “MyAOA”. Once logged in, the doctor can click "manage staff" to add staff to their accounts. Or paraoptometric staff can set up an AOA associate member account by ...
    • How can I join the AOA?

      To join the American Optometric Association, visit this webpage and select the category which best identifies you: https://www.aoa.org/member-center/join-the-aoa/membership-categories Need help? Send us a live chat or text! Access the chat feature in ...
    • How do I reset my password?

      To reset your password, click this link and enter the primary email address currently associated with your AOA member account and click the blue "Send Email" button.
    • What if I forgot my username?

      If you forgot your AOA username, click this link and enter the primary email address currently associated with your AOA member account and click the blue "Send Username" button.
    • Recent Articles

    • How do I obtain paraoptometric certification (CPO, CPOA, CPOT, CPOC)?

      The purpose of the CPO, CPOA, CPOT and CPOC examinations is to assure a level of knowledge to perform the functions necessary to each certified designation. Each program requires successful completion of an examination prepared and administered by ...
    • How do I know if I have an existing account at AOA.org?

      If you meet any ONE of the following criteria, you already have an AOA account: - You are a current AOA member. - You are a former AOA member. - You regularly receive communication from the AOA. - You have attended Optometry's Meeting. - You have ...
    • How do I create a new account at AOA.org?

      If you are currently an AOA member or were once an AOA member or an AOA student member, you already have an existing account. Please use the account information you were originally assigned. For information on resetting your username, please view ...
    • How can I schedule a comprehensive eye examination at a location near me?

      To schedule a comprehensive eye examination with an AOA member doctor of optometry nearest you, use our Find a Doctor tool.
    • What if I forgot my username?

      If you forgot your AOA username, click this link and enter the primary email address currently associated with your AOA member account and click the blue "Send Username" button.