The Academy's purpose is to promote and improve the practice of medicine and surgery in relation to the eye. With over 170 active members, the Academy includes nearly 80% of the practicing ophthalmologists in Oregon.

The Oregon Academy provides continuing medical education for its members, participates in several public service projects each year, and represents its members with the State Legislature and government agencies.

Officers:

Mary DeFrank, M.D., President
J. Kevin McKinney, M.D., Vice-President
Steven Mansberger, M.D., Secretary-Treasurer
Timothy Gard, M.D., Past President
Irvin Handelman, M.D., AAO Councilor
Christen Richard, M.D., OMA Delegate

2008 - 2010 Board Members:

Robert Bentley, M.D.
Jason Dimmig, M.D.
Julie Falardeau, M.D.
Shawn Goodman, M.D.
Jennifer Lyons, M.D.
Michael Page, M.D.
John Polansky, M.D.
John Samples, M.D.
Eric Suhler, M.D.
Gareth Tabor, M.D.
Robert Tibolt, M.D.
David Wilson, M.D

Committees:

Diabetes Coordinator: Timothy Gard, M.D. - Chair
Glaucoma Coordinator: J. Kevin McKinney, M.D. - Chair
Legislative Committee: Timothy Gard, M.D. - Chair
Managed Care Coordinator: Robert W. Bentley, M.D.
National Children's Eye Care Program State Champion: Daniel Holland, M.D.
Post Graduate Education Committee: John R. Samples, M.D. - Chair

Staff:

Nan Heim, Executive Director
Amy Goodall
Diane Mayer
Liz Anderson

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