Dr. Bob Layman has been the AOA President from June 2021 through June 2022. This interview is the first one done with a sitting President of the AOA, and some of his best views are shared about how optometry must be politically thoughtful and mindful to stay successful. Most importantly, Bob’s true humility and drive toward service shines through.

The Stories within the Story Include:

1:16 The Toledo Story

2:43 The Mental Health Story

5:11 The Path to Optometry Story

8:23 The OSU Optometry Story

9:33 The Optometry Volunteerism Story

11:01 The Optometry Practice Story

12:22 The Optometric Association Story

15:18 The Optometry Advocacy Story

17:08 The AOA Presidency Story

20:14 The Family Story

21:14 The Scoutmaster Story

22:46 The AOA Leadership Institute Story

24:26 The Car Nut Story

25:22 The Best Advice Story