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Northern Sights September/October 1
Vol. 29 Issue 5 September / October 2017
President’s Message ~ Dr. Amy Mitzel-DuBois
Northern Sights Newsletter
North Dakota
Optometric Association 921 South 9th Street, Ste. 120
Bismarck, ND 58504
Phone: 701-258-6766
Fax: 701-258-9005
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.ndeyecare.com
2017 NDOA OFFICERS
Dr. Amy Mitzel DuBois President
3232 13th Ave. South Fargo, ND 58103
701-280-3000 [email protected]
Dr. Darin Johnson President Elect
1525 31st Ave. SW, Ste. E Minot, ND 58701
701-857-6050 [email protected]
Dr. Nate Shilman Vice President
2273 3rd Ave West Dickinson, ND 58601
701-225-7886 [email protected]
Dr. Krista Heil
Secretary/Treasurer 111 E Century Ave
Bismarck, ND 58503 701-222-1420
Dr. Blaine Burdick Past President
PO Box 888 Devils Lake, ND 58301
701-662-2817 [email protected]
Nancy Kopp Executive Director
The ND Optometric Association will hold its
114th Annual Congress at the Holiday Inn in Fargo, ND,
with the business meeting to begin at 12:00 P.M. on
Friday, October 20, 2017 to conduct such
business as may come before it.
Amy Mitzel DuBois, O.D Krista Heil, O.D.
President Secretary-Treasurer
And with a blink
of an eye it's late
August… Time
for back to school
and time to start
thinking about our
fall convention!
The fall conven-
tion will be held in
Fargo at the Holi-
day Inn, October
19–20, 2017.
I encourage all of you to attend our
fall convention for the array of CE that
will be offered and camaraderie with
your fellow optometrists. I especially
encourage the long-term members of
the NDOA to introduce and spend time
with your new and/or newer members.
They are our future, we want to make
them feel welcome and get them in-
volved.
With that being said, I'm hoping to
work with some of the newer NDOA
members who live here in Fargo to
plan a fun event during the exhibit hall
that acts as a "mixer" for all optome-
trists attending. If you are willing to
get involved in planning such an activ-
ity or want to give suggestions as to
ideas for an activity that would pro-
mote mingling and conversation
amongst the newer and older members,
please contact me at: drdu-
Hope to see you there,
Amy Mitzel DuBois, O.D.
Inside This Issue
Annual Congress Exhibitors
Prescription Drug Monitoring
Annual Golf Outing Winners
NDOA 114th Annual Congress Agenda
& Speakers
New/Reinstated members
Driver’s License Renewal
www.ndeyecare.com
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“Back to School . . .
Back To
Optometric Business “
The summer, as we know it here in the
great state of North Dakota, has been somewhat of a blur
for me . . . Went way to fast and no, I don’t need an eye
exam for the blurriness! The months of July and August,
presumably have been jam packed with children's’ eye
exams, in preparation for entering or going “Back to
School!” After this mad rush, your NDOA will be ad-
dressing many of the external issues, such as online re-
fractions/prescriptions, coordinated public relations, initi-
atives with the Optometric Foundation of North Dakota,
Congressional/Legislative contacts regarding the Medi-
caid Expansion Program, Third Party issues/Healthcare
Reform, and a priority on my list, NDOA’s Annual
Congress in Fargo, October 19-20.
Coordinating our Annual or Semi-Annual CE events has
been a challenge the last couple of years. However, I do
have to admit and appreciate the loyalty that approxi-
mately 60% of our NDOA membership, have in the past
supported its NDOA CE events! We all know that you
can get CE to meet your licensure requirements from nu-
merous sources, but many choose the event venues for
other reasons than CE credit, such as comradery, input
into the direction of your statewide issues, local impact
on practices, etc. I would highly encourage you to sup-
port your NDOA. The venue allows for time to rejuve-
nate and “Get Back to Business!”
In closing, I would encourage you to let us know, how
we can most effectively communicate with you. We will
be in the near future, transforming our staff arrange-
ments, website, coding/billing consultative contracts and
TAYE participation. Your input would be greatly appre-
ciated, as we go FORWARD!
See you in Fargo, October 19-20!
FROM THE DESK OF YOUR
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
~ Nancy Kopp ~
Northern Sights September/October 4
Welcome Reinstated Member of the NDOA
Dr. Candace Hoff
Visionary Eye Care 341 1st St. East
Dickinson, ND 58601 Phone: 701-483-9141
[email protected] School: Pacific 2008
Blue Cross Blue Shield of ND
BCBCND provides employer/employees benefits such as
health, dental and vision insurance.
BNG
BNG processes payments, web development and point of
sale solutions.
Centervue Inc.
Centervue develops highly advanced and easy to diag-
nostic systems for early detection and management of
pathologies.
Dakota Precision RX Labs
Dakota Precision Rx Labs is a sterile compounding lab.
We have a full-service retail pharmacy as well. We have
methods to help dry eye patients as well as supplements
to overall eye health.
Johnson Ophthalmic Equipment
Sales/services Ophthalmic Equipment
ND Vision Services/School for the Blind NDVS/SB provides outreach and center-based services
to persons of all ages. Information and training in daily
living skills, Braille, orientation and mobility, technolo-
gy, low vison aids, adaptive techniques and recreation on
leisure activities.
Novartis/Alcon Pharmaceuticals Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation researches, devel-
ops, manufactures & markets innovative prescription
drug treatments for diseases and conditions.
Precision Lens Representing imprimis compounding pharmacy, bio-
tissue, fortifeye omega, blink tears.
Santinelli International Thriving on nearly 45 years of experience, Santinelli In-
ternational is proud to continuously be voted the #1 Opti-
cal Equipment & Supplies brand. Allow us to be your
one-stop-shop for both lens finishing equipment and
tools and supplies. Our equipment is not only easy to
use, but it will allow you to control your quality, delivery
time and costs!
Shamir Insight Inc. Shamir Insight, Inc., is a wholly owned subsidiary of
Shamir Optical Industry, Ltd., an Israel-based company,
which is engaged in the development, design and manu-
facture of premium progressive lenses for the ophthalmic
industry.
TLC Laser Eye Centers TLC does refractive surgery & connects patients with
our affiliate eye doctors.
Walman Instruments Walman Instruments is a multi-line distributor of oph-
thalmic instrumentation that has been serving eye care
professionals since 1915.
Walman Optical Walman Optical is an industry-leading provider of
industrial eyewear and is dedicated to manufacturing
the highest-quality lenses combined with the fashion
trends of safety frames.
Wells Fargo Practice Finance Practice financing, practice acquisition business and fi-
nancial services, equipment financing.
NDOA 114th Annual Congress Exhibitors
October 19, 2017
Holiday Inn ~ 3803 13th Ave S~ Fargo,
ND ~1-877-282-2700
Welcome New Member of the NDOA
Dr. Joshua Meske
Vision Source Minot
1100 North Broadway STE. 110
Minot, ND 58703
Phone:701-852-2020
School: Midwestern 2017
Undergraduate Degree in: Zoology
Hobbies: Frisbee golf, computers and reading
Extra curricular activities while in school: Weekly
board games and Optometry trips to Haiti & Mexico
Honors/Awards: Wiche participant
What prompted you to choose Optometry as a profes-
sion: My personal eye problems helped steer me into a
medical field
Welcome Reinstated Member of the NDOA
Dr. Candace Hoff
Visionary Eye Care
341 1st St. East
Dickinson, ND 58601
Phone: 701-483-9141
School: Pacific 2008
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This program is supported in part by promotional
grants from the following companies:
Gold Sponsor:
Silver Sponsor:
Room Reservations can be made by calling the Holiday Inn
at 1-877-282-2700. Be sure to mention the the ND
Optometric Association Room Block for Discounted Room
Rates. Room Block Cut Off Date is September 19, 2017.
NDOA 114th Annual Congress Agenda
October 19 ~ October 20, 2017
Holiday Inn ~ 3803 13th Ave S~ Fargo, ND ~1-877-282-2700
Thursday, October 19, 2017
8:00 A.M. - 12:00 Noon
NDOA Board of Directors Meeting
11:30 A.M. - Registration
12:00 Noon - 3:00 P.M. - Continuing Education
Presented By: Dr. Joseph Pizzimenti, OD
Sponsored by: TLC Laser Eye Centers
12:00 Noon - 2:00 P.M. - COPE #53462-PH
“Ocular and Periocular Pain Causes
and Coping Strategies”
2:00 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. - COPE #46917-GO
“An Optometric Perspective on
Pediatric Eye Disease.”
2:50 P.M. - 3:00 P.M. - Break
3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. - COPE #45073-SD
“Diabesity A Public Health Crisis AOA Evidence
Based Translation to Care Series”
Presented By: Dr. Joseph Pizzimenti, OD
5:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. Exhibit Hall / Fun Night
Friday, October 20, 2017
8:00 A.M. - 9:00 A.M.
Breakfast - Sponsored By:
Alcon
9:00 A.M. - 12:00 Noon - Continuing Education
Presented By: Dr. Joseph Pizzimenti, OD
Sponsored by: Bagen Strinden Vision
9:00 A.M. - 10:00 A.M. - COPE #46350-PS
“Imaging the Posterior Segment”
10:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. - COPE #49254-PS
“The Eye in Neoplastic Disease”
11:00 A.M - Noon - COPE #45494-PB
“Communicable Diseases
and Inflammatory Conditions”
12:00 Noon - 2:00 P.M - Lunch
NDOA Membership Meeting & Awards
Installation of Officers
2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. - Continuing Education
Presented By: Dr. Michael Greenwood, MD
Sponsored by: Vance Thompson Vision
2:00 P.M - 3:00 P.M. - COPE #54302-AS
“Corneal Dystrophies”
3:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. - COPE #54304-GL
“What’s New In Glaucoma Surgery”
4:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. - COPE #54301-SD
“Anterior Uveitis”
5:00 P.M. - Conference Adjourns
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CALL FOR NOMINATIONS The NDOA is accepting nominations for the following:
NDOA Board of Directors—Secretary/Treasurer—The secretary-treasurer is responsible for recording the minutes of
all meetings and reviewing all financial records of the NDOA.
Optometrist of the Year— Awarded to NDOA member optometrists for outstanding service to the profession and the
visual welfare of the public.
Young Optometrist of the Year— Awarded to NDOA member optometrists who have been in practice for less than 10
years and have shown remarkable leadership skills while serving their profession, patients and
community.
Distinguished Service—Awarded to NDOA member optometrists for unusually significant contributions and long-term
dedication to the profession of optometry.
Apollo—Awarded to persons (non-OD’s) or organizations for distinguished service to the visual welfare of the public.
Employee of the Year—Awarded to those individuals who have been employed by a NDOA member optometrist for at
least 5 years and has provided outstanding service to the profession and community through visual welfare, volunteer
activities, educational involvement and charity causes.
Please send the nominee’s name and address, as well as your name and address and a brief statement of why you think
this person should receive the award to the NDOA by mail, fax or email.
Nomination Deadline is September 25, 2017
Northern Sights September/October 8
NOTICE OF INTENT TO AMEND
ADMINISTRATIVE RULES
Relates to Prescription Drug Monitoring Program in
Section 56-02-07-01 and 56-02-07-02.
North Dakota Board Of Optometry will hold a public
hearing to address proposed changes to the N.D.
Admin. Code.
West River Community Center
2004 Fairway Street, Dickinson, ND 58601
Friday, Sept. 29, 2017 at 1:00P.M.
56-02-07-01. Optometrist Prescribers and
Use of the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program. Subject to the exceptions described in North Dakota
Administrative Code section 56-02-07-02, prior to the
initial prescribing of any controlled substance, includ-
ing samples, an optometrist authorized by the drug en-
forcement administration to prescribe, administer, sign
for, dispense, or procure pharmaceuticals shall author-
ize an employee to review or personally request and
review the prescription drug monitoring program re-
port for all available prescription drug monitoring pro-
gram data on the patient within the previous twelve
months, and shall do all of the following:
1. Assess a patient’s drug monitoring pro-
gram data every twelve months during
the patient’s treatment with a controlled
substance.
2. Review the patient’s prescription drug
monitoring program data if the patient
requests early refills or demonstrates a
pattern of taking more than the pre-
scribed dosage.
3. Review the patient’s prescription drug
monitoring program data if there is a
suspicion of or a known drug overuse,
diversion or abuse by the patient.
4. Document the assessment of the pa-
tient’s prescription drug monitoring
program data.
5. Discuss the risks and benefits of the use
of controlled substances with the pa-
tient, the patient’s parent if the patient
is an unemancipated minor child, or the
patient’s legal guardian or health care
surrogate, including the risk of toler-
ance and drug dependence.
6. Request and review prescription drug
monitoring program data on the patient
if the practitioner becomes aware that a
patient is receiving controlled substanc-
es from multiple prescribers.
7. Request and review the patient’s pre-
scription drug monitoring program data
if the prescriber has a reasonable belief
that the patient may be seeking the con-
trolled substance, in whole or in part,
for any reason other than the treatment
of an existing medical condition.
56-02-07-02. Exceptions to the review re-
quirement.
An optometrist shall not be required to review a pa-
tient’s prescription drug monitoring program data if
any of the following apply:
1. The controlled substance is prescribed
or dispensed for a patient who is cur-
rently receiving hospice care.
2. The optometrist obtains a report
through a Board-approved risk assess-
ment tool for health care providers that
accesses patient prescription infor-
mation from prescription drug monitor-
ing program databases, analyzes the
data, and provides a risk based score
that includes prescription drug monitor-
ing program data.
3. The optometrist prescribes a controlled
substance after the performance of a prima-
ry eye care procedure and no more than a
seventy-two (72) hour supply of the con-
trolled substance is prescribed.
Written comments may be submitted to:
341 1st Street E., Dickinson, ND 58601
by Sept. 29, 2017.
Dated this 25th of July.
Alan J. King, OD
Executive Director
Northern Sights September/October 9
IN SEARCH OF PER DIEM OPTOMETRIST
1 day/ week, occasional Saturday morning post ops.
Competitive pay and a great staff! No refractive surgery
experience required - will train. TLC Laser Eye Cen-
ters - Fargo. Call 701-293-7945 or email
FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE OD
POSITION AVAILABLE
This practice has an excellent reputation for patient care,
newest equipment, and state-of-the-art finishing lab. We
are 30 years old and going strong with a brand new
facility in 2011. The position includes benefits and a
retirement plan.
Send cover letter and curriculum vitae to
[email protected] or: Eyewear Concepts PO Box 149
Dickinson, ND, 58601
FULL-TIME OPTOMETRIST
Dakota Eye Institute seeks an enthusiastic, patient-focused optometrist to work at our Rugby, ND office. This clin-
ic has a very large patient base, meaning the successful candidate will be busy from the start. Excellent salary and
benefit package offered for the candidate . Re-location allowance will be part of the benefit package. Contact Bill
Marion at 701-751-3502. Mail your resume to: 200 S 5th Street, Bismarck, ND 58504, or email to:
FULL-TIME OPTOMETRIST NEEDED
Well established busy optometric practice needs a
full-time optometrist in Grand Forks, ND.
Generous compensation package including 401-K,
AOA/NDOA dues, C.E., malpractice insurance all paid.
Two weeks paid vacation plus six major holidays.
Our office can be contacted at (701)780-8726.
Please email curriculum vitae to:
HELP WANTED ASSOCIATE OPTOMETRIST IN
WESTERN NORTH DAKOTA
Looking for caring and personable optometrist to join
our eye care team, the position is full time and flexible.
Base salary $117,000/year with production incentives
based on gross production. Interested optometrists
please call: Vincent Biesiot at 701-483-1466 or
email me: [email protected]
FULL-TIME OPTOMETRIST NEEDED Excellent career opportunity for a full-time optometrist
interested in joining an established eye care practice in
southeast North Dakota. Professional Eyecare Centers is
a growing regional eye care practice located in Jame-
stown, Valley City and Carrington.
The current professional staff includes 2 optometrists
and employs 10 support staff. An immediate patient
base will be available to the incoming optometrist. Re-
cently remodeled office with the latest technology. Ex-
cellent salary and benefit package offered for the candi-
date looking to be part of the long term growth of the
practice. Either a buy in opportunity or an associate rela-
tionship are available depending on the goals of the
person that fills the position. For further information
please contact [email protected]
ASSOCIATE OPTOMETRIST NEEDED
Associate optometrist needed in Fargo at Focus Family
Eyecare. Part-time to full-time availability, guaranteed
salary, fun work environment.
Contact Dr. Stacey Archibald at
[email protected] for more details.
Classifieds & Employment Opportunities
NEW OR RECENT GRAD WANTED
Busy private practice seeking new or recent grad: Havasu Eye Center was founded 25 years ago and continues to
be the community's premiere choice in vision care. We are a 3 doctor, private practice with 3 locations. We are a
busy practice focusing on high quality, comprehensive eye care. Havasu Eye Center was selected as one of the Top
10 Eye Care Practices in the nation by the Best Practices Initiative. Types of exams seen at our practice include:
comprehensive eye exams for all ages, soft contact lenses, specialty contact lenses (gas permeable and scleral
lenses), ocular disease management (glaucoma, macular degeneration, dry eye), co-management of common eye
surgeries, ocular emergencies, and more! We pride our practice with delivering the best possible eye care in a
friendly environment. We are open M-F from 8-5. We have 26 fantastic staff members for your support.
Our main office is located in beautiful Lake Havasu, AZ. Salary or per diem rate are both options, and we can
discuss bonus incentives as well! Competitive salary of $120,000! IRA matching benefits as well. License fees,
continuing education, and vacation benefits are always open to discussion. Please email [email protected]
OPTOMETRIST WANTED IN FARGO Drs. John and Jordan Mari are looking for a part time
associate. Position would start out at 2-3 days per week.
Please email Dr. John at [email protected]
if interested. Thanks!!
Northern Sights September/October 10
Enclosed is the NDOA’s 2017 Annual Congress Registration Materials