• Associations

  • Below are some of the most recognized professional associations in the fields of ophthalmology and optometry.


  • American Academy of Ophthalmology

  • The American Academy of Ophthalmology is the largest national membership association of eye doctors with over 7,000 members internationally.  The web site provides an in-depth look at eye care health, while providing their membership with ongoing learning and support.

  • American Board of Ophthalmology

  • The ABO is an independent, non-profit organization founded in 1916.  This organization is responsible for the certification and continual learning for ophthalmic practices across the country.

  • Eye and Vision Health
  • The following links provide some good general information on eye care and vision health.

  • All About Vision

  • A guide to eye care, LASIK eye surgery, eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision, eye exams, computer vision syndrome, glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, and other eye problems and diseases.  Contains eye doctor Q&A’s, frequently asked questions, and much more.

  • Eye Care Source

  • An informative web site offering a plethora of information to consumers interested in learning more about overall eye care health.  Topics include everything from eye care, eye health, refractive surgery, eye conditions and diseases, choosing proper contacts, maintaining eyeglasses, and much more.

  • National Eye Institute

  • The National Eye Institute (NEI) was established by Congress in 1968 to protect and prolong the vision of the American people.  Their main purpose is to develop public and professional education programs to help prevent blindness, reduce visual impairment, and increase awareness of services and devices that are available for people with low vision.

  • General Health

  • Other health related web sites of interest on the Web.


  • HealthCentral.com

  • Healthcentral.com is one of the most trusted sources of medical information and up-to-date news and contains a doctor-approved health encyclopedia of diseases and conditions, and the ability to find symptoms and treatments.  Also included is prescription drug information with side effects and interactions.

  • HealthFinder

  • Features daily health news on a variety of useful topics. Includes some health information sorted by gender, age, and race.

  • WebMD

  • The world's leading source for trustworthy and timely health and medical news and information.  Provides credible health information, supportive community, and educational services by blending award-winning expertise in content, community services, expert commentary, and medical review.