DrLuke Chong

Fellowship recognising sustained, scholarly teaching practice against an internationally benchmarked professional standard.

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 the name of an optometrist, scientist, or other professional signify to colleagues and patients that the rigorous qualifications for Fellowship have been met.

Fellowship of the Australian College of Optometry is an acknowledgement of significant contribution to the practice and profession of optometry and to the optometry community in which the individual is held in high esteem.

The Independence and Participation Committee aims to improve the ability of Australians who are blind or vision impaired to participate in the community. It brings together member organisations and sector experts to formulate systemic policies, coordinate advocacy efforts, and address socioeconomic barriers.

The Reviewer Board consists of experienced researchers whose main responsibility is to regularly and actively support journals by providing high-quality, rigorous, and transparent review reports for submitted manuscripts within their area of expertise. This signifies that you are viewed as an established specialist or trusted authority within your specific research or clinical domain.