50th ANNIVERSARY
A TIMELINE
JOURNEY THROUGH 50 YEARS OF OPTOMETRY
JENNIFER KIRBY, SENIOR EDITOR
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TO SAY a LOT has happened in the last 50 years of optometry is an understatement. Several schools and colleges of optometry were founded; a slew of optometric organizations made their debut; landmarks in legislation occurred; research, advances in therapy and new diagnostic equipment changed the course of disease treatment and management; ophthalmic and contact lenses achieved significant milestones; major health care changes took place; and optometry gained recognition as a viable member of health care.
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Here’s a look at the last 50 years.(Click on the timeline to view a larger version of the timeline pages.)
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