American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus

American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus

The American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) is an academic association of pediatric ophthalmologists and strabismus surgeons. The pediatric ophthalmology fellowships in the United States are accredited by the AAPOS. International members are also allowed based on evident valuable contributions and dedication to the field of pediatric ophthalmology.

References

ee also

*Pediatric ophthalmology
*Infant vision
*Orthoptics

External links

* [http://www.AAPOS.org American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus]


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