American Optometric Association
Dori Carlson has a strong background in the field of optometry. Dori began their career as the Owner of Heartland Eye Care in 1990. In 2004, they joined the American Optometric Association and served as the President Elect until 2011. From there, they held various leadership positions within the organization, including President and Immediate Past President. As of 2013, Dori Carlson is the Past President of the American Optometric Association.
Between 1985 and 1989, Dori Carlson attended Pacific University, where they pursued a degree in Optometry. Dori successfully completed their studies and obtained a degree in Optometry from Pacific University.
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American Optometric Association
The American Optometric Association represents approximately 39,000 doctors of optometry, optometry students and paraoptometric assistants and technicians. Optometrists serve patients in nearly 6,500 communities across the country, and in 3,500 of those communities are the only eye doctors. Doctors of optometry provide two-thirds of all primary eyecare in the United States.Founded in 1898, the AOA is a federation of state, student and armed forces optometric associations. Through these affiliations, the AOA serves members consisting of optometrists, students of optometry, paraoptometric assistants and technicians.Together, the AOA and its affiliates work to provide the public with quality vision and eye care. Through offices in St. Louis, Missouri, and metropolitan Washington, D.C., the AOA: Sets professional standards, helping its members conduct patient care efficiently and effectively Lobbies government and other organizations on behalf of the optometric profession Provides research and education leadership.