WHO ARE WE

The Academy is a membership organisation that provides a much needed voice to help advance optometry and optics, develop the scientific knowledge base and support and promote lifelong learning for optometrists, opticians, vision scientists and all those involved in eye health care across Europe.

Since 2009, the Academy has been a trusted resource for optometrists, vision scientists, and researchers. Through its membership program, the Academy provides its members with access to some of the most brilliant minds in the field, enabling them to stay up-to-date on the latest developments in optometry and vision science.

One of the highlights of the Academy’s annual calendar is its premiere event, the annual conference, which brings together attendees from all over the world. During the event, members have the opportunity to participate in continuing education, as well as interact with other professionals in the field, share their research findings and learn about the latest products and services.

Members also benefit from the Academy’s excellent networking opportunities. They can connect with colleagues and mentors, forging relationships that help them advance their careers and stay up-to-date on the latest trends in the field. The level of camaraderie at these events is exceptional and something that members value greatly.

In addition to membership, the Academy welcomes students, educational institutions, professional bodies, and candidates for Fellowship. These individuals can also participate in the annual meeting and enjoy the benefits of membership in the Academy. The Academy also has a number of sections and Special Interest Groups that members can join to further enhance their knowledge and connect with others in their field of interest.

 If you’re interested in learning more about the membership, Fellowship program or joining a Section or Special Interest Group, simply click on the correlating title on the Academy’s website. Joining the Academy is an excellent way to enhance your professional knowledge, advance your career, and network with like-minded professionals from around the world.

Board of Trustees

Mrs

Liliana Stankova

President

At present Mrs. Stankova works at her own company “Eurooptic” Ltd as a consultant for …

Ms

Rupal Lovell-Patel

Vice President

Rupal completed her BSc Optometry degree at University of Bradford, UK in 1997 and the MCO…

Professor

Nicholas James Rumney

Immediate past President

Chairman, BBR Optometry Ltd, Hereford, United Kingdom. Honorary Professor of Clinical Opto…

Professor

José Manuel Gonzalez-Meijome

Chair Education Committee

Graduated with honors as an optometrist at the University of Santiago de Compostela in 199…

Dr

Daniela Oehring

Appointed by educational institution

Associate Professor Dr Daniela Oehring is a trained Optometrist and Doctor of Eye and Visi…

Ms

Elaine Grisdale

Individual Dispensing Optician

Elaine is Head of Professional Services and International Development for the Association …

Mrs

Eva Lazuka Nicoulaud

Board member

Eva is Head of Advocacy and Partnerships for Europe and Africa at the OneSight EssilorLuxo…

Mrs

Fiona Anderson

Hon. Treasurer, ECOO Representative

Fiona’s passion for optics was borne as an 11-year-old astigmatic myope – on receiving…

Educational committee

Professor

José Manuel Gonzalez-Meijome

Chair Education Committee

Graduated with honors as an optometrist at the University of Santiago de Compostela in 199…

Mrs

Liliana Stankova

President

At present Mrs. Stankova works at her own company “Eurooptic” Ltd as a consultant for …

Ms

Rupal Lovell-Patel

Vice President

Rupal completed her BSc Optometry degree at University of Bradford, UK in 1997 and the MCO…

Dr

Dinah Paritzky

Dr. Dinah Paritzky completed her BSc in Optometry at City University, London in 1986 and r…

Mr

Dominique Meslin

Recently retired from the optical industry, Dominique has spent almost all his professiona…

Dr

Sonja Zinken

Drs Sonja Zinken qualified as an optometrist from UAS Utrecht in 1999. She moved to the UK…

Mr

Georg Scheuerer

Georg Scheuerer is the owner of Optik Scheuerer. In addition, he works as a lecturer for o…

Professor

Daniela Nosch

Prof. Daniela S. Nosch is a lecturer at the Optometry School of the University of Applied …

Professor

Alejandro Cerviño

Graduated in Optics and Optometry from the University of Santiago de Compostela (Spain) in…

Academy manager

Dr

Kristina Mihic

Dr Kristina Mihic is an accomplished optometrist with a diverse and extensive background i…

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