About Dr. Kraig J. Abe

Doctor Abe

Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry

In qualifying for and maintaining fellowship, individuals are evaluated against the highest standards of professional competence. The letters "FAAO" (Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry) after an optometrist's, scientist's or other qualified person's name signify to colleagues and patients that rigorous qualifications for fellowship have been met. Only ten percent of US optometrists achieve Fellowship in the Academy.

Fellow of the International Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control

The International Orthokeratology Academy is the Gold standard for practitioners of orthokeratology and myopia management, formed to support, promote and advance orthokeratology (ortho-k) and myopia management by providing quality education and scientific information on the subject of this specialty to all its members. Less than one percent of U.S. optometrists have achieved Fellowship in the Academy. Fellowship status in the Academy is determined by doctor experience and expertise and follows a rigorous case evaluation and testing procedure. Those orthokeratologists who achieve Fellowship status are committed to adhering to the highest standards of care in this specialty.

Brien Holden Vision Institute's Managing Myopia Courses

Brien Holden Vision InstituteThe Brien Holden Vision Institute has been a worldwide leader in eye care education for the past 30 years. The myopia education program was created to revolutionise the profession’s understanding of myopia management, providing the newest data, clinical management techniques and communication strategies for practitioners to change the way they manage myopia. The Managing Myopia courses take the latest advances in research and make them clinically relevant for eye care practitioners and aim to give practitioners tools and strategies with myopia management cases that are more complex.

Clinical Examiner for the National Board of Examiners in Optometry

Professional licensing examinations are an important way for states to ensure that all health care practitioners who gain licensure to practice are competent as determined by exacting professional standards. By serving as an Examiner, Dr. Abe has participated in the important assessment process that is required for professional licensure.

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