News & Updates

Welcome to the blog page for news and information relating to the Vermont Optometric Association! Stay up-to-date with exciting developments. Join us as we strive to elevate the scope of Vermont optometrists to match our exceptional training. Together, we can make a difference in the field of optometry.

Meet Justice Sutherland

Meet Justice Sutherland

Patients trust in our skills — now is the time for lawmakers to join them. Meet Justice Sutherland - Finding Purpose in Optometry Unexpected opportunities and moments of serendipity can lead us to our true calling. This was the case for me and optometry.  Since then,...

Meet Dr. Hamza Dar

Meet Dr. Hamza Dar

I grew up on a small hobby farm in upstate New York, near the Adirondacks. I completed my undergraduate studies at the Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPHS). During my time at ACPHS, my coursework focused on basic sciences along with an emphasis on...