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HIPAA rule change on substance use disorder records won’t impact most optometrists

Most doctors of optometry can wait to update their Notice of Privacy Practices with AOA’s updated form.

The true cost of a cyber attack on an optometric practice

Health care data breaches are among the most expensive across all industries, and optometric practices are not immune. From forensic investigations and ransomware demands to HIPAA penalties and reputational damage, the cost of a cyber breach adds up quickly. Learn what a cyber incident can really cost and why preparation and financial protection matter.

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2026 Lead AROA Leadership Program
May 7 - 9, 2026
2026 ArOA Spring Convention
Little Rock, AR
October 23 - 24, 2026
Arkansas Optometric Association Fall Convention
2705 Central Ave, Hot Springs, AR 71901


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