2024 Membership Categories & Annual Dues
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Dues
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Active Fellow
A practicing ophthalmologist with current certification from the American Board of Ophthalmology, American Osteopathic Board of Ophthalmology or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons
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$1,025
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Active Member
A U.S.-based practicing ophthalmologist; board certification is not required
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$1,025
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International Member
Any ophthalmologist practicing outside of the U.S. and licensed to practice where they live
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$525
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Member in Training
A physician who is matched into or currently enrolled in a full-time accredited ophthalmology residency or fellowship training program located in the U.S. or Canada
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Free
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International Member in Training
A physician currently enrolled in a full-time accredited ophthalmology residency or fellowship training program located outside of the U.S.
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$175
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U.S. Medical Student
A medical student enrolled in an accredited medical school program in the U.S.
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Free
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Dues
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Associate Member
An individual who is engaged in a field allied with or in a basic science related to ophthalmology, who has made significant contributions to ophthalmology or who is engaged in full-time ophthalmology research at an academic institution or nonprofit organization
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$630
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Industry Member
An individual who is engaged in full-time ophthalmology research and employed by industry, such as pharmaceutical companies and medical device manufacturers
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$1,400
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Learn more about membership eligibility.
A $30 non-refundable processing fee will be added for all categories excluding U.S. Medical Student and Member in Training.
Academy membership year runs on a calendar year from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31, regardless of the application date.
Complete applications along with all required documentation must be submitted before any benefits are provided.
To request an Associate and Industry membership application, contact Member Services.