Dear Ms. Moss,

I am writing to you as a concerned citizen of the Commonwealth. I was surprised to learn that our government allows non-surgeons to perform eye surgeries. I am even more concerned that a lower standard of care is expected of optometrists compared to the rigorous requirements placed on ophthalmologists.

Please take all necessary actions to ensure that the highest standards of care are maintained. I urge you to require optometrists to undergo the same laser training as ophthalmologists, including live proctored cases, before they are permitted to operate on our eyes.

Thank you for your attention to this important issue.

Sincerely,
Geoff Hammel