As 2009 comes to a close, it seems appropriate in this issue to reflect on the good works and commitment of so many women in the profession. Our cover package focuses on two groups of women who have made a career out of service. What it cannot include is a tribute to the thousands of other women O.D.s who incorporate service into their work—teachers, community volunteers, mission trip participants, fundraisers and mentors. So in this small space, Women In Optometry would like to recognize them and their achievements, all of which combine to make the optometric community stronger and more vibrant.
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