Ohio Optometric Association

12/29/2025

“I was told that optometrists were looking to expand their scope of practice to include lasers and I would be very comfortable with an optometrist doing this. In fact, I would prefer it because Dr. Barker knows my eyes better than the ophthalmologist I met one time to do the procedure.”

Ohio patients deserve safe and comprehensive eye care close to home.

Thank you, The Canton Repository / CantonRep.com and Alliance Review, for sharing Alliance patient Timothy Greiner’s letter to the editor on how more patients like him could benefit from the passage of Senate Bill 36.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/let-optometrists-laser-procedures-letter-124513461.html

State Representative Scott Oelslager
Elect Kristina Daley Roegner
Senator Casey Weinstein
Ohio State Senator Steve Huffman
State Senator Beth Liston
Catherine Ingram
Susan Manchester
Mark Romanchuk

Writer supports Ohio Senate Bill 36, which would allow optometrists to expand their scope of practice to include laser procedures.

12/18/2025

Winter page-turners

Here are doctors’ picks
Looking for the perfect winter read? AOA doctors share their top book recommendations for the season.

https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/find-a-doctor?sso=y

12/15/2025

Screen-smart eye health
If your screen time is higher than you want it to be, protect your vision with healthy habits and a comprehensive eye exam.

https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/find-a-doctor?sso=y

12/10/2025

Meet Sofia
At just 3, Sofia faced vision loss. With her optometrist’s care, vision therapy gave her and her family hope.

https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/eye-deserve-more/doctor-patient-stories/life-with-progressive-vision-loss-one-familys-story

12/10/2025

Congratulations to Dr. Amy Myers for being selected as the Tipp City Chamber of Commerce's 2025 Young Professional and to Tipp Eye Center for their Best Business of 2025 award!

Last night was a great night of celebrating and connecting at our annual Holiday Gala✨

Help us send a HUGE CONGRATS to these deserving individuals and businesses👏🏻👏🏻

The recipients of the 2025 Chairperson Award, Young Professional of the Year, Business of the Year, Citizen of the Year, and Small Business of the Year are…🥁

2025 Chairperson Award:
Staci Shirley✨

2025 Young Professional:
Dr. Amy Myers (Tipp Eye Center)✨

2025 Business of the Year:
Tipp Eye Center✨

2025 Citizen of the Year:
Coach Charlie Burgbacher (Tipp HS Football)✨

2025 Small Business of the Year:
Tippecanoe Gazette✨

CONGRATULATIONS to each of you and THANK YOU for pouring into our community. We are all better because we have you in our lives‼️

12/05/2025

Winter eye care - Protect your vision
Protect your eyes year-round. Schedule a comprehensive eye exam with an AOA doctor of optometry.

https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/find-a-doctor?sso=y

12/02/2025

Today’s the day! This Giving Tuesday, we need Ohio’s Doctors of Optometry to step up and help children across Ohio see clearly.

Join us and support iSee Ohio’s mission to ensure every child has the vision they need to thrive in school and life.

Please make your gift today: https://iseeohio.org/get-involved/donate/

11/28/2025

👁️ Optometrists do more than help you see clearly - we help protect your overall health. From giving a child their very first pair of glasses to catching early signs of diabetes, hypertension or even brain tumors, doctors of optometry are often the first line of defense in safeguarding Ohioans’ vision and health.

But as Ohio’s population ages, the demand for medical eye care is growing - and fast. We need more providers able to meet patients where they are.

👉 That’s why Senate Bill 36 matters.
This legislation would allow trained, qualified optometrists to perform three simple, in-office laser procedures and remove benign eyelid lesions - care that optometrists already provide safely in 14 other states, including Indiana, Kentucky, West Virginia and Virginia.

For many small and rural communities in Ohio, this isn’t just convenient - it’s essential. Allowing trusted local optometrists to provide this care keeps treatment accessible, timely and close to home.

Thank you, cleveland.com, for sharing this letter to the editor on the importance of passing Senate Bill 36 from OOA member Dr. Zach Weinberg of Forest City Vision and the American Optometric Association.

https://www.cleveland.com/opinion/2025/11/yes-on-sb-36-modernizing-eye-care-in-ohio-for-ohio-patients-zach-weinberg.html

Ohio State Senator Steve Huffman, State Senator Beth Liston,
Catherine Ingram, Susan Manchester, Elect Kristina Daley Roegner,
Mark Romanchuk,

11/26/2025

Is it time for readers?
Blurry menus and phone flashlights at dinner signal you might need readers. Your optometrist can help. Find a doctor of optometry at https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/find-a-doctor?sso=y

11/26/2025

🦃 This Thanksgiving week, we’re grateful for the Doctors of Optometry serving communities across Ohio — keeping families healthy and protecting patients’ vision all year long.

To continue supporting Ohio’s optometry workforce and the patients they serve, Senate Bill 36 will expand access to high quality, timely eye care throughout the state. Learn more about how Senate Bill 36 will improve patient outcomes: https://trustedeyecareohio.com/

11/25/2025

Ohio’s health care system is feeling the strain as our population ages - and eye care is no exception. OOA member Dr. Nicholas Flebotte highlights a growing concern: demand for medical eye care in Ohio is expected to rise by 24%, while the supply of ophthalmologists will drop by 12% by 2035.

For many patients, especially in rural communities, that means waiting months for an appointment. Senate Bill 36 can help close that gap.

Thank you, The Youngstown Vindicator, for sharing this letter to the editor on the importance of passing this legislation.

https://www.vindy.com/opinion/letters-to-the-editor/2025/11/why-ohioans-need-senate-bill-36-to-pass/

Al Cutrona, Lauren McNally for Ohio, Ohio State Senator Steve Huffman, State Senator Beth Liston, Catherine Ingram, Susan Manchester, Elect Kristina Daley Roegner, Mark Romanchuk

11/23/2025

Semaglutide and eye health
Weight loss and diabetes meds may affect vision. Watch for changes and protect your eyes with annual optometrist visits.

https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/find-a-doctor?sso=y