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WOA’s Political Strength Begins with YOU!

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2025 Legislative Day at the Capitol

April 1st @ Park Hotel, Madison

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Optometry’s Calling—YOU Are Needed in Madison!
The future of optometry is in our hands. WOA’s Legislative Day at the Capitol on April 1st is your chance to make a direct impact on policies that shape our profession.

Just like a patient’s prescription can change over time, so too can the landscape of our profession. In the two years since our last Legislative Day, a lot may have shifted. Legislators—whether newly elected or incumbents—need regular updates on the issues that matter most to optometry. Your active involvement is essential to protecting our professional identity, safeguarding our autonomy, and fostering growth within the field.

Can you spare one day to help advocate for policies that ensure the profession remains healthy, strong, and poised for the future? RSVP today and join us in making a real impact!

2025 Optometry Town Hall: Spring Update

March 11th @ 7:00 PM

Stay informed and engaged! Get the latest updates directly from WOA leadership and hear what’s ahead for the profession by participating in our upcoming Members-Only Town Hall on Tuesday, March 11th at 7:00 p.m. via ZOOM. Advanced registration is required. 

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TOPICS INCLUDE:

  • Advocacy
  • Third Party
  • Membership
  • And much more.

Bring your questions and topics you wish to discuss! Deadline to register is Tuesday, March 11th at Noon.

 

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2025 ADVANCED PROCEDURES COURSE
May 1 - 4 @ Glacier Canyon Lodge, Wisconsin Dells

 

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If you’re interested in gaining valuable knowledge on how to communicate with patients, identify when a referral is necessary, and enhance overall patient care, then this course is for you. Enhance your skills in advanced optometric procedures like SLT, YAG, and more. This course is designed for all doctors, including those not planning to perform these procedures.

 

Choose the full program for 32 hours of COPE-approved CE or select an individual 16-hour course: Lumps & Bumps (May 1-2) or Laser (May 3-4). This program offers practical, accessible training — including an IPL lab — that you can immediately apply in your practice.

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Due to the hands-on nature of the course, space is limited. You will leave energized, invigorated and motivated. Don't wait - register today!

 

CE Requirements for License Renewal

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Legislature Reinstates 1-Hour Controlled Substances CE Requirement for 2024-25 Biennium

A new rule has reinstated the requirement for 1 hour of continuing education (CE) on prescribing controlled substances for those doctors holding a current DEA license during the 2024-2025. Doctors must complete this education by their license renewal deadline in December 2025.

The WOA will provide opportunities for members to meet this requirement. The next course will be held at the November Primary Care Symposium in the Wisconsin Dells, with another lecture available during the WOA Spring Seminar on May 1–2, 2025, also in the Dells. Registration for the Spring Seminar opens in January.

Read on for more details about CE requirements for license renewal.

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