Vision: To be the most valued and credible professional eye care organization.
Mission: To protect sight and empower lives by serving as an advocate for patients and the public, leading ophthalmic education, and advancing the profession of ophthalmology.
The Academy advances its vision and mission through its Strategic Priorities, which are established under the True North Pillars listed below. These True North Pillars represent the Academy’s long-term objectives. Reviewed annually, they serve as a constant guide for aligning and prioritizing the Academy’s work.
True North Pillar
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Strategic Priority 1
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Strategic Priority 2
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Eyecare Quality
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Establish standards for equitable, high quality eyecare through review and research
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Facilitate broad and equitable adoption
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Education
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Create the most comprehensive, reliable content
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Facilitate innovative and effective dissemination
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Member Value and Experience
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Maximize membership
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Deliver irreplaceable value
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Advocacy and Influence
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Advance sustainable and improving vision care systematically at federal level
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Advance sustainable and improving vision care systematically at state and local level
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Practice Improvement
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Advance physician practice
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Advance allied health practice
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Financial Strength
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Steward existing resources
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Develop diversified growth-oriented resources
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Our People
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Create a rewarding and fulfilling work experience
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Promote diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging
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