5 Key Takeaways

• 1

  Optometric Management magazine debuted in 1965, marking the beginning of a significant era in optometric history.

• 2

  The first AOA/ASCO Georgetown Conference on Optometric Education was hosted, highlighting advancements in optometric training.

• 3

  Joan Exford, OD, became the first female president of the AAO, representing a milestone for women in optometry.

• 4

  The publication of the first AOA Optometric Clinical Practice Guidelines established a standard for clinical practices.

• 5

  The FDA approved the first ophthalmic drug for diabetic retinopathy, showcasing progress in treatment options.