About NLAO
At NLAO, our mission is simple: to protect and enhance vision care for all Newfoundlanders and Labradorians.
We believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality eye care, and we work to support optometrists in delivering the best possible services to their patients.
Our Commitment
Our Priorities
1 / Advocate
We aim to promote Optometry and eye health care through advocacy
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The NLAO will demonstrate the value of quality vision care for all stakeholders in Newfoundland and Labrador.
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Through:
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Increased advocacy activities targeted towards the Government
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Increased marketing and public relations
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Increased interaction with other health care professionals
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Increased evidence and outcome sharing with all stakeholders
2 / Educate And Support
Encourage and facilitate Optometrists to practice to the highest level of their education
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The NLAO will support members and demonstrate value of membership in the Association
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Through:
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Increased collaboration with the NL College of Optometrists to ensure that Members work to full scope of practice
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Innovative continuing education programs and improved professional development opportunities
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Increased interaction with new graduates or new members to support first years of practice
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Increased interaction with members through an enhanced communications plan
3 / Communicate
Engage in clear and effective communication with members, patients and the public.
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Increase the appreciation of the benefits of quality vision care for all stakeholders in Newfoundland and Labrador
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Through:
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Increased communication with government, patients, public and other health professionals
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Increased public relations and more interaction with other health professionals
