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The Optometry Association of Louisiana (OAL) is a group of state licensed optometrists who deliver primary eye care to citizens in all parts of Louisiana. Over 275 members strong, the organization provides continuing education programs for its doctors, sponsors programs to improve optometry in Louisiana, and represents Louisiana nationally in optometric programs and events. The OAL also promotes legislation that allows optometrists in Louisiana to provide better eye care to all of our citizens.

What is a Doctor of Optometry?

Doctors of optometry are independent primary health care providers who examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye and associated structures as well as diagnose related systemic conditions. For more information, visit the American Optometric Association's website.

Optometry Is More Than Just Eyeglasses

An informational video about optometry by the Optometry Association of Louisiana.

Dr. James Sandefur
OAL Executive Director

New OAL President, Dr. Chris Wroten, Recaps 2009 Convention

Wow, what an awesome Convention! Thanks to all who attended, and especially to those who worked so hard to make this the tremendous success it was. This was without question our best attended Annual Convention ever, as we set records for attendance for both Doctors and Paraoptometrics. In response to member's requests, we offered 18 hours of CE this year, with 6 hours on Sunday. Speakers included Drs. Larry Alexander, Jim Thimons, Derek Cunningham, Glen Steele, and Walter Choate, who lectured on a variety of topics including contact lenses, pediatric optometry, glaucoma, ocular and systemic nutrition, anterior segment therapy, ocular inflammation, ocular trauma, and retinal disease.
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OAL Convention Attendees Packed The House For Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal

On Friday afternoon, June 12, 2009, Optometrists, Paraoptometrics, Guests, Exhibitors, and Speakers participating in the Annual Convention were treated to a special guest appearance by Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal. Over 300 people packed the lecture room to hear a very positive, motivational message from the Governor. This year's convention set new attendance records (O.D.'s=174, Students=9, Paras=127, Guests=24; Grand Total=333). Pictured here are, from left to right: Jim Sandefur, Senator David Heitmeier, Governor Bobby Jindal, Chris Wroten, and Guy Feuer.