Home Newsmakers Giving Back Optometry Divas Expands Its Reach to Four New Cities

Optometry Divas Expands Its Reach to Four New Cities

Optometry Divas logo showing red high-heeled shoesOptometry Divas, an optometric women’s networking group, is expanding into four new cities: Boston, Massachusetts; San Antonio, Texas; New York, New York; and Los Angeles, California. This expansion allows the organization to further its mission of empowering, connecting and promoting women optometrists nationwide.

lauretta justin
Dr. Justin

“Expanding into these new cities is a major milestone for Optometry Divas,” says Lauretta Justin, OD, founder and CEO of Optometry Divas. “We are thrilled to be able to reach more women optometrists across the country and offer them the resources and support they need to thrive.”

Dr. Justin founded the group in June 2015, and it offers a variety of services, including mentoring, networking and professional development, all of which are designed to help women optometrists achieve their goals and reach their full potential. The organization hosts regional dinners and an annual educational retreat that features panel discussions, fellowship activities, and continuing education opportunities over the course of a single weekend.

A 2021 event

“By growing our number of chapters, we are not only expanding our organization but also the reach of our message,” says Dr. Justin. “We believe that by supporting and empowering women in the field, we can help to elevate the entire profession and create a more diverse and inclusive place to practice.”

Optometry Divas has already established itself as a trusted resource for women optometrists, and with this expansion, the organization is poised to have an even greater impact on the profession. To learn more about Optometry Divas and learn how to join, visit optometrydivas.com.

Hear Dr. Justin’s Theia Award acceptance speech here.

- Advertisment -

Most Popular

Role of Optometric Scribes Still Evolving

According to a recent WO poll, half of respondents said their office is using or considering hiring a scribe. Fifty percent say they are not...

Study Finds 1 in 3 Workers Regularly Nap During Work Hours

Sleep Doctor surveyed 1,250 full-time workers in March 2024 and found that 33% report catching zzzs during work hours. Overall, 46% of workers say they...

MPOD Measurement: Last Chance to Register for FREE Webinar

Don't miss out on the FREE webinar happening at 8 p.m. EDT Tuesday, April 2. The hour-long webcast "MPOD Measurement: Gathering Valuable Biomarker Data...

Rosacea and Ocular Health

By Selina McGee, OD, FAAO, Dipl. ABO This story was originally published in Review of Presbyopia and the Aging Eye. Rosacea is a common skin condition that...