Midterm 1: Residency Flashcards
1
Q
When and where was the 1st formally accredited one year optometric residency?
A
In 1976 at the Veteran Affairs (VA) Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri
2
Q
Currently ___ accredited residency programs; 435 positions
A
235
3
Q
Fellowship
A
training in optometry. Not accredited by ACOE
4
Q
What does AOA do?
A
Set professional standards, lobbies government, and research and educational leadership
5
Q
Purpose of NOA
A
advancing the visual health of minority populations through the delivery of effective and efficient eye and vision care services to the minority community
