AACO

Within our organization

The AACO is very proud to be run by orthoptists for orthoptists. Dedicated volunteers ensure the forward progression of our profession by serving on our board and various committees and organizing our annual national meeting. We are professionals that value clinical excellence based on scientific principles.

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American Association of Certified Orthoptists
Established in 1940, American Association of Certified Orthoptists (AACO) is a 501(c)3 organization that supports and represents the Certified Orthoptists of the USA
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Contact Us
If you have questions regarding orthoptic certification, whether your own or that of another individual, please contact the American Orthoptic Council (AOC) directly.

Annual National Meeting
The AACO meets annually in conjunction with the American Academy of Ophthalmology to offer a scientific program for orthoptists, orthoptic students and ophthalmologists, to provide continuing education for orthoptists, and to conduct the business of the association.
ACCO Leadership
Its mission: to provide continuing education to its members, to assist members in their professional practice, to improve the care of children and adults with disorders of binocular vision and ocular motility, and to promote orthoptics as a profession.
Honors and Awards
Acknowledging our brightest stars