About AAOMS
Our Mission
To contribute to the profession of optometry and enhance patient care by recognizing excellence and achievement in doctors of optometry performing laser and surgical procedures to the highest level of care.
Our Story
Founded in 2023
The American Academy of Optometric Medicine and Surgery (AAOMS) was founded in 2023 by 12 of the leading optometrists across the United States who perform laser procedures, injections, and surgical procedures.
As of 2026, optometrists in 16 states are performing laser procedures, and in 22 states are performing injections and surgical procedures. Optometry continues to provide expert care in the areas of lasers, injections, and surgical procedures and recognition of this excellence is needed.
Excellence is demonstrated through patient care outcomes and performing procedures beyond entry level requirements. The AAOMS is an organization open to any eyecare provider/contributor across the world who has demonstrated excellence and achievement in laser procedures, injections and surgical procedures.
Expanding Scope
Optometric Surgery Today
16 States
Optometrists in 16 states are currently performing laser procedures including YAG capsulotomy, laser peripheral iridotomy, and laser trabeculoplasty.
22 States
Optometrists in 22 states are performing injections and surgical procedures including eyelid lesion removals, biopsies, and corneal crosslinking.
Areas of Excellence
Recognized Procedures
Global Reach
Open to Eyecare Providers Worldwide
The AAOMS is an organization open to any eyecare provider/contributor across the world who has demonstrated excellence and achievement in laser procedures, injections and surgical procedures.
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