Join the American Academy of Ophthalmic Professionals

The American Academy of Ophthalmic Professionals™ (AAOP™) is the Academy’s home for technicians, scribes and other clinical team members. As a membership organization, AAOP provides solutions and networking opportunities that position the clinical team to serve practices effectively. Formerly known as the Association of Technical Personnel in Ophthalmology (ATPO), the newly launched AAOP retains the mission of supporting the exceptional delivery of physician-led patient care through education, training and career development. 

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The deadline to apply for 2023 membership is Oct. 1.

Become an AAOP Member

2023 AAOP Membership & Annual Dues

• AAOP membership year runs on a calendar year, from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, regardless of the application date. 
• AAOP membership is open to ophthalmic clinical personnel (ophthalmic assistants, technicians, technologists, surgical and keratorefractive techs, photographers, nurses, and orthoptists) employed by a current paid ophthalmologist member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Optometrists and commercial representatives are not eligible for AAOP membership.
• Complete applications along with all required documentation must be submitted before benefits are provided. 

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Problems or Questions? 

Contact Member Services at 866.561.8558 (toll-free in the U.S.) or +1.415.561.8581, Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Pacific Time), or email member_services@aao.org.