ALEXANDRIA, Va.—Seven doctors of optometry have announced their candidacy for seats on the American Optometric Association (AOA) Board of Trustees. The election will take place at Optometry's Meeting, scheduled for June 17-20, 2026, in Phoenix, Ariz., where delegates from the AOA's affiliate associations will vote for the new trustees and officers. Optometry's Meeting 2026 is the annual conference for the AOA and American Optometric Student Association (AOSA) featuring over 300 hours of continuing education (CE), an Eye Care Square exhibit hall, and professional development.
