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Mort Soroka1

  • 1Center for Vision Care Policy, State University of New York College of Optometry, 33 West 42 Street, New York, NY 10036, USA. msoroka@sunyopt.edu

Journal of Community Health
|August 31, 2011
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New York State has 37% more optometrists than ophthalmologists, improving eye care access. The SUNY College of Optometry significantly influences this distribution, with over 60% of optometrists being graduates.

Area of Science:

  • Optometry
  • Ophthalmology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • The supply and distribution of eye care providers are crucial for public health policy.
  • Understanding the optometry workforce in New York State (NYS) provides insights into eye care access.
  • The impact of the state's single optometry school on practitioner distribution warrants investigation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the current optometry workforce in NYS.
  • To compare the distribution of optometrists and ophthalmologists within NYS.
  • To assess the influence of the SUNY College of Optometry on the eye care provider landscape.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized multiple databases for data collection.
  • Developed and administered a web-based survey to all practicing optometrists in NYS.

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  • Collected demographic data, practice status, location, and practice setting information.

    • Main Results:

    • NYS has 37% more optometrists than ophthalmologists.
    • Optometrists are more evenly distributed across NYS counties compared to ophthalmologists.
    • Sixteen NYS counties lack ophthalmologists, highlighting disparities in access.
    • Over 60% of NYS optometrists are graduates of the SUNY College of Optometry.

    Conclusions:

    • The supply of optometrists in NYS has increased, significantly improving access to eye care over the past 30 years.
    • The presence of the SUNY College of Optometry has led to a more robust and evenly distributed optometry workforce.
    • Optometrists play a vital role in ensuring comprehensive eye care access throughout New York State, particularly in underserved areas.