I'd like to add my support to the corrected clarifying inclusion of both optometrists and ophthalmologists in 22VAC45-51-10 definitions.

In order to be accurate and improve access for patients 22VAC45-51-40, (Eligibility for vocational rehabilitation services) section D.1.b. needs to be revised to include optometrists, who by clinical training are more likely to be specialized in low vision and vision rehabilitation services.

Evaluating, diagnosing, and monitoring rapidly progressive eye conditions are part of the optometry's clinical training, their authorized scope, and reflects services offered by optometrists throughout Virginia. With much greater geographic distribution of optometrists, this revision will clearly improve patient access.

Thank you for your time,

Dr. Adamopoulos