OSO’s Vision
The Orthokeratology Society of Oceania’s vision is to be recognised and trusted as the leading authority on orthoK in Oceania. We exist to expand the safe use of orthoK in our region. We are additionally dedicated to helping reduce the impact of the global myopic epidemic.
OSO’s Mission
The Orthokeratology Society of Oceania’s mission is to promote research, professional development and networking in the orthoK and myopia control field. We provide superior education to optometrists and orthokeratology practitioners at both beginner and expert levels. We communicate with other health providers and the general public to increase awareness about the benefits of orthoK and the importance of myopia control.
Further Education Opportunities
International Academy Certification in Myopia Management (IACMM)
The candidate must demonstrate mastery of specific skills including epidemiology of myopia, myopia-related pathology, data needed to assess risk and progression including axial length, and all therapeutic options (including orthokeratology) available to manage this epidemic disease. Certification is granted after successfully passing a written and oral examination.
Fellowship in the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control (FIAOMC)
This fellowship requires the candidate to possess the IACMM (see above) as well as having undergone hundreds of hours of study/training specific to advanced orthokeratology. The fellow must demonstrate mastery of specific skills including fitting complex cases and advanced troubleshooting. The FIAOMC is awarded after the candidate is examined on 3 highly complex OrthoK cases, passed a written and two-hour oral exam. The FIAOMC is the gold standard representing the highest level of knowledge, ethics and patient care in the field of myopia management and orthokeratology.
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