National Optometric Association

01/29/2026

Remember your first year in optometry? 💭 You can make that journey smoother for a new grad by sponsoring an NOA membership or contributing to the Membership Fund.

💙 Community. Mentorship. Opportunity.
🔗https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/membership.../

01/27/2026

An evening you will not want to miss. The NOA Three Silent Killers Panel Event, sponsored by Alcon, brings together expert voices for an impactful discussion followed by a relaxed reception.

Join us for both: https://forms.gle/hxZZrwP7bSpDb4XE9

01/21/2026

Start 2026 with purpose. 👁️Join the National Optometric Association and be part of a powerful network dedicated to advancing equity, excellence, and leadership in optometry.

➡️ Become a 2026 NOA Member today: https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/membership/

01/19/2026

This , we invite our community to join National Optometric Foundation Looking Ahead, Giving Back campaign and help continue a legacy of opportunity, education, and service.

Support Education. Support Opportunity: https://square.link/u/raxpdmMd

On , we honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s belief that true education builds both intelligence and character.

Through NOF’s Looking Ahead, Giving Back campaign, your support helps ensure future optometrists have the resources they need to succeed and to serve.

Give back. Invest forward. Help shape the future of optometry: https://square.link/u/raxpdmMd

01/19/2026

We’re live TODAY! Tune in to the NOF Eye Health Webinar featuring Dr. Lauretta Justin as she raises awareness about glaucoma and the importance of early detection.

📍 Live on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckb67GFSUMM

Tag someone who should watch with you!

01/16/2026

From understanding glaucoma to managing daily life, this Prevent Blindness webinar covers it all. Critical Conversations About Glaucoma is designed for patients, care partners, and families seeking clarity and confidence.

🕒 Jan 20 | 3–4 PM CT
🔗 Register now: preventblindness.org/glaucoma-webinar

01/15/2026

📢 Clear your schedule and come ready to learn!

The 2026 Midwestern Symposium offers 8 hours of education in an engaging, collaborative environment built for optometric professionals.

Save your seat: https://nationaloptometricassociation.com/2026-midwestern-symposium/

01/14/2026

All eyes on the latest updates. 👀 The NOA Monthly Sightline is your monthly source for news, events, and insights from the NOA community.

📩 Check out this month’s issue today: https://conta.cc/4p1f3rz

01/13/2026

The Optometry Glaucoma Fellowship at UIC is a 1-year post-residency training program offering advanced, non-procedural glaucoma management, including diagnosis, treatment, and post-operative care.

Graduates are prepared to work across diverse settings—from academic medical centers to comprehensive glaucoma practices.
🗓️ Applications due: February 15, 2026
🎓 Start date: Summer 2026

Apply Here: https://chicago.medicine.uic.edu/ophthalmology-visual-sciences/education/fellowship-programs/optometry-glaucoma-fellowship/

01/12/2026

Did you know glaucoma often has no early symptoms?

📅 In one week, join us for the NOF Eye Health Webinar with Dr. Lauretta Justin as she sheds light on, “Glaucoma Awareness Month: A Silent Killer of Vision.”

📺 Live on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUJX1aUxakM
Tag a friend who should tune in! 👁️

01/01/2026

Here’s to a New Year focused on vision, impact, and unity. The National Optometric Association looks forward to another year of advancing optometry and serving our communities, together.

12/31/2025

There is still time to save!

Today is the final day for Early Bird pricing on 2026 NOA Membership and the 2026 NOA Convention.

Join us as we continue advancing eye care and community impact. Visit our website for more information: www.nationaloptometricassociation.com