"All your strength is in your union. All your danger is in discord..." Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
More than 70% of ophthalmologists in Oregon belong to the Oregon Academy of Ophthalmology. Membership offers tangible benefits.
Education: Sponsoring continuing medical education and annual scientific meetings, which also offer sessions for ophthalmic technicians and office staff.
Legislative Representation: Representing Oregon ophthalmologists in state government affairs.
Managed Care Representation: Working with third party payors on reimbursement.
Coding Questions: Answering your billing questions quickly and efficiently.
News Briefs: Providing state-specific information of use to ophthalmologists, through the OAO's quarterly newsletter.
OAO Website: Educating the public of the benefits of ophthalmic care and assisting them in locating an ophthalmologist.
OAO Membership Directory: Providing a handy reference source to our members.
Audio/Visual Library: Providing slide shows and videos for use in making presentations to the public, primary care physicians, and allied health personnel.
Speaker's Bureau: Offering valuable public information and public visibility for ophthalmologists through appearances at senior centers, health fairs, and other public events.
Resident/Fellow Program: Opportunities for practicing ophthalmologists, residents and fellows to meet and get to know each other.
