To whom it may concern,

I am a long time resident of Virginia and I am writing in support of the optometry regulations as presented. As my primary eye care provider, I trust my local optometrist with my sight and eye health needs. If I were to need one of these procedures, I would find it more convenient and be more comfortable seeing my optometrist, who knows my eye history and sees me yearly. If optometrist in 12 other states can safely and successfully perform these laser procedures, I don’t see why Virginia should be any different. I support the draft regulations as presented and hope you will too.

sincerely,

W J Newman