Optometric Vision Development & Rehabilitation Association

06/17/2026

06/14/2026

Happy Sunday!

We have Louisville on our minds! Did you have a chance to visit the photo booth at the Annual Meeting? Check out the photos, relive the fun, and share your favorite moments from an unforgettable week.

Visit the Memories! https://www.vtmeeting.com/photobooth2026

06/12/2026

Every year, new graduates enter the profession eager to learn, connect, and grow. The transition from student to practicing professional can be exciting—but it can also be overwhelming.

Through the OVDRA Grad Gift Program, we provide eligible graduating students with a complimentary OVDRA membership for their first year as professionals, helping them stay connected to the community, resources, and mentorship opportunities that support long-term success.

Thanks to the generosity of OVDRA members and supporters, funding has already been secured to provide Grad Gift memberships for a number of 2026 graduates. Now, we're asking our community to help us go even further.

Our goal is to expand the number of graduates we can support for the 2027 membership year.

Help Shape The Future HERE: https://www.covd.org/page/giftofmembership

06/12/2026

⚽ The World Cup showcases some of the world's most remarkable visual athletes. From tracking a ball traveling at high speeds to anticipating movement, maintaining peripheral awareness, and making split-second decisions under pressure, vision plays a critical role in elite soccer performance.

Sports vision training helps athletes sharpen the visual skills needed for competition, while vision therapy can address underlying visual challenges that may impact performance on and off the field. As the world celebrates the beautiful game, we're reminded that great vision is an important part of every athlete's success story. ⚽

Learn More About Sports Vision Training HERE: https://www.covd.org/page/Sports

06/12/2026

Congratulations to OVDRA Israel on another successful regional meeting! Last week, members gathered in Jerusalem for a hands-on educational event focused on vision therapy, collaboration, and clinical skill development. It is inspiring to see the continued growth of the Israeli vision therapy community and their commitment to advancing patient care through interactive learning and professional connection.

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06/11/2026

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06/11/2026

Have plans for the beach or a ballgame? Unable to make it to this course? Did you know that registration for this course (and all our virtual courses!) includes access to the course recording for TWO WEEKS?

Join Us Here: https://www.covd.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2058725

06/10/2026

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Congratulations to OVDRA President Elect, Dr. Jennifer Smith Zolman, FOVDR, for being featured as as “A-List Person in Business” recently!

Have you checked out the latest issue of Charleston Living Magazine? 🎉

We’re excited to share that Dr. Zolman has been featured in their “The A-List: People in Business” article for the second year in a row! We are honored to see her dedication to vision care, patient advocacy, and our Charleston community get recognized.

Thank you to our amazing patients and community for your continued support. Be sure to grab a copy and check it out! 👏✨

06/09/2026

HAPPENING THIS WEEK!

Looking For Virtual Education? Look No Further!

Trauma can influence far more than visual function alone, often shaping how patients communicate, respond, and engage throughout the clinical process. This course explores key principles of Trauma Informed Care and offers practical strategies to help providers create safer, more effective, and more compassionate patient experiences.

Learn More Here: https://www.covd.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=2058725

06/05/2026

Never Miss an OVDRA Event!

From live webinars and CE opportunities to networking events, workshops, and special programs, the OVDRA Event Calendar is your go-to resource for everything happening throughout the year. Whether you're a student, resident, therapist, or doctor, there’s always something new to learn and experience.

Stay informed, stay connected, and start planning your next educational opportunity today!

Visit the OVDRA Event Calendar and see what’s coming up next: https://www.covd.org/page/EventCalendar2025