What does Optometry Ireland do?

Optometry Ireland is a membership organisation that represents the professional interests of eyecare professionals in Ireland. Whilst Optometry Ireland originated as the professional body representing optometrists (formerly known as ophthalmic opticians), Optometry Ireland advocates on behalf of everyone working in the eye-care sector.

The role of Optometry Ireland, is to provide an unbiased voice for for eye-care professionals in Ireland and to advance the profession in Optometry so our members can put their professional skills to their fullest use, in order for the people of Ireland have access to expert eyecare that Irish Optometrists are educated and trained to deliver.

We advocate for world class patient care by raising awareness about the importance of access to regular high quality eyecare and promote good vision and ocular health.

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— Association of Optometrists Ireland (@irishoptom) September 20, 2021