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American Optometric Association
Sen. Robert Byrd Receives AOA Health Care Leadership Award
April 25th, 2008
Sen. Robert Byrd (D-WV) was recognized for providing important leadership on health care policy issues by doctors of optometry from his district and their national organization, the 34,000 member American Optometric Association (AOA). Optometrists in West Virginia and the AOA are working to pass legislation before Congress designed to safeguard sight, promote healthy vision among school-aged children and ensure access to much-needed primary eye and vision care. "Sen. Byrd is a true leader in Congress on health care issues," said Kevin Alexander, O.D., Ph.D., AOA president. "He listens to the concerns of doctors and patients from across her district, and is a worthy...
Source: Health Business Week (2008-04-25)
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