Nicholas Premnauth, OD with his and Brian Hall's, OD, FAAO poster titled, 'Orbital Apex Syndrome as the initial presentation of metastatic lung cancer

Residents from SUNY Optometry Present at Academy

SUNY College of Optometry’s residents were out in full force at last week’s annual meeting of the American Academy of Optometry in Anaheim, California. Nearly 30 residents attended the meeting, presenting posters and papers highlighting patient case studies.

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SUNY College of Optometry and SUNY Upstate Medical University to Host Free Vision and Mammography Screenings at the Great New York State Fair 

The event reflects the shared commitment of both SUNY institutions to increase access to quality care throughout Upstate New York and to strengthen connections between eye care, health care, education, and the local community. 

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Chancellor King and Local Government Officials Meet with SUNY College of Optometry to Discuss Critical Infrastructure and Capital Support of a Bryant Park Landmark Building

he Chancellor and Assemblymembers toured the 114-year old building which encompasses a vertical campus for SUNY Optometry with classrooms, research centers, student lounges, a library, and the University Eye Center all housed in one structure.

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Shaping the Future of Vision Care: SUNY College of Optometry

In the heart of New York City, the State University of New York (SUNY) College of Optometry stands as a global leader in optometric education, vision science research, and patient care. Founded over 50 years ago by a visionary group of optometrists and philanthropists, the College was built on a powerful mission focused on elevating the profession of optometry through educating future optometrists and vision scientists, advancing knowledge with cutting-edge research, and providing high-quality vision care to the community in an academic healthcare setting.

Since welcoming its first class in 1971, SUNY Optometry has grown into one of the world’s premier institutions dedicated to eye and vision health. Home to the University Eye Center—one of the largest outpatient vision care facilities in the United States— and three research centers, the College delivers vital services to the community while serving as a real-world training ground for future optometric leaders.

New Syracuse Location

Beginning in Fall 2027, SUNY Optometry will offer students the choice of studying in the heart of New York City or at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse. This expansion builds on the College’s longstanding commitment to excellence in education, pioneering vision science research, and service, preparing the next generation of optometrists to advance vision health across New York State and beyond. Learn more about the two campuses.

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SUNY Optometry Upstate in Syracuse, NY (Beginning fall 2027) 

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