Wisconsin Academy of Ophthalmology

06/06/2025

WAO at Wisconsin Doctor Day!

WAO was a proud sponsor of the 2025 annual Wisconsin Doctor Day. Members joined over 300 physicians from around the state to meet with legislators to talk about current issues.

05/30/2025

Did you know smoking can lead to vision loss?
Learn more about how ci******es harm your eyes here: http://bit.ly/1T1WkpR

Smoking contributes to major health problems, including heart disease and cancer. But many people do not know that smoking also affects your vision.

05/22/2025

Eating right can help lower your risk of eye conditions that cause blindness. Load up on leafy greens, cold water fish like salmon, and citrus fruit.
Learn more about how these foods can protect your eyes: https://bit.ly/3bNCvq0

Good nutrition for the eyes starts with eating a variety of colorful, vitamin-rich foods.

05/16/2025

Everyone needs a comprehensive eye exam by age 40, which is when your eyes start to change.
Find out why dilated eye exams are important and what to expect when you have one: http://bit.ly/211OnqA

Getting an eye exam is an important part of staying healthy. Get the right exam at the right time to ensure your vision lasts a lifetime.

05/09/2025

May is Healthy Vision Month!
Here are our top tips for keeping your eyes healthy: https://bit.ly/3vrvu5X

You’ve been told you have 20/20 vision, which is about as good as it gets. But life can take a toll on our eyes. Fortunately, we can take steps to protect our sight. These 20 tips will keep your eyes

05/01/2025

May is Healthy Vision Month!
Check out the post below from the American Academy of Ophthalmology on basketball and how it is one of the most dangerous sports for your eyes

Did you know basketball is one of the most dangerous sports for your eyes? Read more: https://ow.ly/pEGH50VLvBj

04/22/2025

WAO Ambassadors Attend AAO's 2025 Mid-Year Forum!

AAO's Mid-Year Forum is one of the Academy’s most significant yearly meetings, bringing the ophthalmology community together to implement the highest quality of care for patients through politics, policy, and practice management. The 2025 Mid-Year Forum was held on April 2-5 in Washington, D.C., where WAO Ambassadors were able to attend educational sessions, join advocacy efforts, and network with fellow colleagues.

Read the full memo here: https://www.wieyemd.org/News/Resources/13490535

03/19/2025

Dr. John Ridley to be Honored as Super Hero of Medicine!

The Wisconsin Medical Society will be honoring John Ridley, MD, as the Emeritus Superhero of Medicine at their annual meeting on April 11, 2025. Dr. Ridley is a prominent ophthalmologist in Milwaukee and is known for being a trailblazer both in medicine and in his community.

Read the full memo here: https://www.wieyemd.org/News/Resources/13476657

03/10/2025

Two Weeks Away! Have you registered yet for the 2025 Virtual Codequest?

Thursday, March 27 - Live via Zoom
1:00 p.m. CT

Codequest™ provides expert coding instruction for practices of every size and specialty.

More information and Registration Here: https://www.wieyemd.org/2025Codequest

02/25/2025

Have you registered yet for the 2025 Virtual Codequest?!

Thursday, March 27 - Live via Zoom
1:00 p.m. CT
Codequest™ provides expert coding instruction for practices of every size and specialty.

More information and Registration Here: https://www.wieyemd.org/2025Codequest

02/07/2025

2025 Virtual Codequest Registration is Open!
Thursday, March 27 - Live via Zoom
1:00 p.m. CT

Codequest™ provides expert coding instruction for practices of every size and specialty.
More information and Registration Here: https://www.wieyemd.org/2025Codequest

10/25/2024

The 2024 WAO Fall Symposium is just two weeks away!

We are excited to host our Welcome Reception on Nov. 8 at the 3rd Street Market Hall - register today to RSVP to attend!

WAO will hold the 2024 Fall Symposium at Hilton Milwaukee City Center on November 9. The program will offer a wide range of clinical and practice management topics which will appeal to ophthalmologists, practice administrators, and ophthalmic technicians in a variety of practice settings.
Find out more information on the conference here: https://www.wieyemd.org/Fall-Symposium
Register here: https://www.wieyemd.org/event-5800939