Vision Matters Archive

We are pleased to announce the launch of the Vision Matters Archive, a centralized, members-only page where every issue is listed alongside a quick synopsis and direct URL.

This archive was created in response to member feedback and in appreciation for the strong engagement the publication receives each week. By gathering each edition in one protected location, we hope it becomes an increasingly valuable resource for RIOA members in the years ahead.

Thank you for your continued support and for the consistently strong open rates that show Vision Matters delivers real value to our community.

Sincerely,

Timothy P. Bonin
Executive Director






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January 23, 2026
January 16, 2026	1/16/2026, RIOA flagship CE hybrid program, NTG registration, used equipment request for Rhode Island Free Clinic, Coventry/Charhio optometrist job opening, rebooted RIOA member classifieds, 2025 RIOA member survey review, advocacy priority reaffirmed, AOA 2026 coding resource, PAC donation tracking
January 9, 2026	1/9/2026, 2025 RIOA member survey review, advocacy priority reaffirmed, Stellest myopia-control webinar recording, Rhode Island Free Clinic equipment request, rebooted RIOA member classifieds, AOA 2026 coding resource, PAC donation tracking
January 2, 2026	1/2/2026, AOA 2026 coding resource, 2025 RIOA member survey participation push, Stellest myopia-control webinar recording, Rhode Island Free Clinic equipment request, member classifieds, PAC donations
Friday, December 26, 2025	Final Call for Member Surveys
Friday, December 19, 2025	Not sent on account of staff illness.
Friday, December 12, 2025	Low Vision Services Available: Acuity Vision is offering low vision exams and services with Dr. Elizabeth Wassenaar in Coventry; referrals welcomed and patients will be returned to referring doctors for ongoing care. Member Congratulations: Warm congratulations to Dr. Kristina Dimova on the birth of her daughter, Katya, born November 20, 2025; mom and baby are doing well.
Friday, December 05, 2025	Vision Matters Archive Launched: A new members-only archive is now live, featuring every issue with a brief synopsis and direct link; created in response to member feedback and strong engagement. Holiday Cheer CE & Membership Meeting: Thank you to members who attended this week’s event as we closed out the year and celebrated the season together. Used Equipment Request: The Rhode Island Free Clinic is seeking donated exam and optical equipment; contributions may be tax deductible. Member Survey Reminder: A short survey will be distributed early next week to gather member feedback and help guide programs, CE, and advocacy priorities. IAOE Meeting in Newport: RIOA welcomed visiting Executive Directors with curated welcome bags; appreciation extended to Dr. Kirsten Healey and to Dr. Maria Florio Jablonski and Tim Bonin for the included welcome letter.
Friday, November 28, 2025	No Vision Matters on account of the Thanksgiving Day Holiday.
Friday, November 21, 2025	This issue pairs a warm Thanksgiving message with a big push to register for Holiday Cheer CE, RIOA’s unofficial start to the holiday season at The Trap Brew Pub & Grill. It highlights CE from Dr. Mengli Han on amblyopia and Dr. Thomas Andrea on idiopathic intracranial hypertension, alongside a General Membership Meeting to vote on an updated mission statement and modest 2026 dues adjustments aligned with AOA. The newsletter closes with a call for donated exam and optical equipment to support the Rhode Island Free Clinic’s care for uninsured patients.
Friday, November 14, 2025	This update recaps the Optometry Cup Final, a friendly fundraising showdown between Rhode Island and New Hampshire tied to the Game Day CE program. Rhode Island held a slim $100 lead by day’s end, with final results hinging on AOA-PAC contributions collected throughout the week. The piece underscores strong member engagement, momentum toward RIOA’s 2025 fundraising goal, and includes thanks to the doctors whose contributions fueled the day’s success.
Friday, November 07, 2025	This update announces that the 2025 RIOA Member Survey will launch early next week. It’s a short, focused survey aimed at helping the association better understand member needs and shape future CE, programs, and advocacy. The message encourages all Rhode Island ODs to participate and emphasizes that even a minute or two of feedback makes a meaningful difference.
Friday, October 31, 2025	This edition explains how Vision Matters is evolving based on strong member feedback and high engagement. Beginning in November, each issue will build on the previous one, and a full monthly archive will be linked at month’s end for easy reference. The update underscores RIOA’s commitment to keeping the newsletter timely, relevant, and accessible. It closes with a light “how it started / how it’s going” moment featuring Kiké Hernández’s World Series Game 5 home run and a nod to Game 6 that night.
Friday, October 24, 2025	Announces the full 2026 RIOA CE calendar, encourages strong member participation, and highlights the two remaining CE events of 2025. It promotes Game Day CE with an AI workshop by Dr. Perry and glaucoma/neuro-optometry sessions with Dr. Thimons, plus a reminder about the Oceanside CE discount. It also previews Holiday Cheer CE at The Trap, keeping the long-running tradition fresh. The newsletter closes with an AOAExcel article on how practices can attract high-quality passive OD job seekers through differentiated listings, growth opportunities, and targeted exposure tools.
Friday, October 17, 2025	This issue highlights upcoming CE, including an interactive AI-in-optometry workshop and glaucoma/neuro-optometry courses with Dr. Thimons. It recaps the RIOA/YORI “Going to the Match” social event, shares an AOAExcel piece on malpractice-policy exclusions ODs often miss, and includes a volunteer request for the Abbie Frances Lawton free eye clinic. It wraps with classifieds, job info, and the reminder that posting ads is a free RIOA member benefit.
Friday, October 10, 2025	This issue spotlights American Optometric Association (AOA) teaming with pro-baseball player Kiké Hernández for the “Eye Deserve More” campaign to encourage in-person eye exams. It also includes updates on a CE-weekend event, a job opening at a low-vision clinic, a volunteer call-out for a free eye-clinic, a request for donated exam equipment for a mission to Cape Verde, plus classified ads and member job/practice-coverage listings.
Friday, October 03, 2025	A quick Vision Matters update highlighting AOA’s new “Eye Deserve More” campaign with Kiké Hernández, plus a fast rundown of CE events, job openings, and other member news.

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