Julia Stevens

The American Board of Ophthalmology is an independent, non-profit organization that certifies ophthalmologists in the United States. The non-profit company is based in San Francisco, CA. The American Academy of Ophthalmology, launched in 1979, is the world's largest association of eye physicians and surgeons, with a community of 32,000 medical doctors. The AAO sets the standards for ophthalmic education and advocates for patients and the public. The organization was founded in 1916 and is one of 24 specialty boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties and the American Medical Association.