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We are excited to announce that nominations are now open for the prestigious OVDRA Awards, recognizing exceptional individuals who have made significant contributions to the fields of vision therapy and optometry. We invite you to take this opportunity to honor those remarkable professionals who have demonstrated outstanding dedication and expertise in various aspects of our profession. To nominate a deserving candidate, kindly click on the award name, and within the corresponding webpage, find and click the designated nomination link.
The A.M. Skeffington Award is presented to the OVDRA Fellow who has made outstanding contributions to the optometric literature in the areas of vision therapy and vision development.
The G.N. Getman Award is presented to a developmentally-oriented optometrist with clinical expertise and application in office structure and professional activity. The recipient must demonstrate a personal and professional concern for all patients, especially children, which exceeds all else.
The COVT of the Year Award is given to the COVT who has shown dedication to behavioral optometry and has demonstrated understanding and support for patients and their families.
The Making Vision Therapy Visible Award is given for outstanding contributions to public awareness of vision therapy and developmental vision care.
The Rising Member of the Year Award is given to a OVDRA member who has shown strong dedication to the mission of OVDRA. This individual has been a member of OVDRA for at least 3 consecutive years, but no more than 10 consecutive years.
The Distinguished Service Award is given for contributions of personal effort and time on behalf of the profession's advancement. Contact Marlee (marlee@ovdra.org) with submissions.
Award recipients are presented with their awards at the annual meeting each year. The 2025 Annual Meeting is being held April 22-26 in Fort Worth. You do not need to be present to nominate or receive an award.
Deadline for nominations is December 1st, 2024. You must be a current member to submit award nominations.
Want to learn more about the awards OVDRA offers? Start HERE.
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