This is an election year for NAVAO officers (President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer)! The President and Vice-President have a two term limit. The Secretary and Treasurer may serve an indefinite number of terms. NAVAO will be making the call for nominations to members in July. In the meantime, please start Read more…
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On February 22, 2019, the Department of Veterans Affairs published a notice of proposed rulemaking on Access Standards in the Federal Register. The National Association of VA Optometrists, in conjunction with multiple health care disciplines, offered a joint response to the proposal to advocate on behalf of Veterans’ health care. Read more…
Thank you to NAVAO members that have renewed membership for 2019! NAVAO’s strength and success is due to the dedication and involvement of our members. While the last day for registration was January 31, 2018, the late renewal fee will be waived for a short time. You may register for membership Read more…
The latest edition of NAVAO’s newsletter, Optimum VA is now available online for members. We hope you find it useful and informative! Click here for our newsletters (you must be logged in)
Thank you to everyone that attended the NAVAO Business Meeting and Reception! The NAVAO Business Meeting and Reception was held in conjunction with the American Academy of Optometry (AAO) in San Antonio, TX on Thursday November 8, 2018 at Biga on the Banks Riverwalk Restaurant. The reception was highlighted by NAVAO Read more…
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In May of 2017, the Disabled Veterans internet site suggested a proposal to eliminate optometry and audiology services at VA facilities. Under the proposal, Veterans would be outsourced to civilian facilities for optometry services. NAVAO submitted a response to The Honorable David J. Shulkin, The Secretary of Veterans Affairs. The Read more…
NAVAO is now offering free CE for its members. A 1 hour COPE-approved CE course is now available and free to our members. We hope to add more courses in the future with your support! Continuing Education
Major Changes Implemented to VHA Employee Conference Attendance Process – follow the link for details: VA Optometry Service News