How do I pay dues to renew my membership?
Most renewing member doctors of optometry pay dues through their affiliate (not MyAOA).
Current Optometrist members with an existing AOA and affiliate membership can pay their renewal dues through their state or affiliate association, not through MyAOA.
Current associate members such as international, public, and other non-OD or non-US categories can pay their dues through MyAOA.
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