Objectives of the IOA
The International Orthoptic Association (IOA) is committed to promoting and advancing orthoptics globally. Its key objectives are:
- To Promote the Science of Orthoptics
- Advance the knowledge and practice of orthoptics through research and clinical excellence.
- Support the publication and dissemination of scientific materials relevant to orthoptics.
- Establish and maintain an internationally accepted terminology to unify global practice.
- To Provide Information and Support for Global Orthoptic Development
- Assist national authorities and individuals in initiating and expanding orthoptic services worldwide.
- Promote the establishment of national orthoptic associations and support their growth.
- To Promote High Standards in Education and Practice
- Set and uphold high standards in the education, training, and certification of orthoptists.
- Collaborate with academic institutions and regulatory bodies to ensure professional excellence.
- To Foster International Collaboration
- Organize regular International Orthoptic Congresses to facilitate the exchange of knowledge, research, and innovation.
- Promote global and regional events, workshops, and forums to advance professional collaboration.
- To Serve Patients Through High-Quality Orthoptic Care
- Promote evidence-based, high-quality care to benefit patients with ocular motility and binocular vision disorders.
- Support initiatives aimed at improving access to orthoptic care, particularly in underserved regions.
Aims of the IOA
The IOA’s aims reflect its ongoing commitment to the orthoptic profession and patient care. The IOA strives to:
- Encourage Excellence in Patient Care
- Foster and promote high standards of orthoptic practice to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Promote High Standards in Orthoptic Training
- Advocate for consistent and high-quality education and training of orthoptists worldwide.
- Foster the Science of Orthoptics
- Support research and innovation to advance the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of orthoptic conditions.
- Encourage Internationally Accepted Terminology
- Maintain and promote the use of a standardized terminology to ensure uniformity in global practice.
- Support National Associations and Individuals
- Provide resources, information, and assistance to national associations and individuals working to establish or develop orthoptic services.
- Organize Regular International Orthoptic Congresses
- Host congresses and scientific meetings to encourage knowledge sharing, collaboration, and professional growth.
