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Support of FOREA will help promote this profession and improve access to patients by in need of the specialized services provided by an orthoptist. Many areas do not have an orthoptist. This can make it extremely difficult for patients to get the appropriate care …

FOREA has proudly awarded over $80,000 (USD) in scholarships to deserving students. These scholarships are specifically available to students who are enrolled in an orthoptic/vision science program accredited by either the American Orthoptic …

FOREA is the brain child of Jorie, who wanted a way to provide more financial resources to students in the field of orthoptics. Through the creation of the foundation, she hopes to help grow the profession and in doing so, help more adults and …

FOREA strives to help improve the quality of life of children and adults who suffer from vision disorders affecting visual development and eye alignment. Through raising funds to support Orthoptic research and Orthoptic education, better care can be provided to …

2023年11月26日 · The 2023 FOREA Travel Grant application for the TCOS Annual Meeting is now open. Applications due by April 1, 2023. For more details and...

In direct line with Arlene’s wishes, The Arlene E. Stearns Memorial Fund has been established through FOREA and will support student scholarships, orthoptic research, and novice orthoptists. Arlene was a proud orthoptist—dignified, uncompromising and highly revered in the Detroit ophthalmic community.

FOREA Educational Scholarships are available to incoming second year and advanced standing students enrolled in an AOC or COC orthoptic/vision science program and graduating in 2025. This year FOREA will be awarding scholarships totaling $12,500, the majority of which will be awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.

2024年3月1日 · FOREA provides travel grants to eligible Certified Orthoptists who are attending scientific and educational congresses in North America for the purpose of presenting their research.

2024年7月1日 · In 2024, FOREA established the Arlene E. Stearns Memorial Student Scholarship with the purpose of providing support to orthoptic students who are entering their first year of training.