Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What's an "F.A.A.O."?
A: You've probably seen the letters "F.A.A.O." appear after Dr. Seger's name on his letterhead and other formal documentation. Ever wonder what they mean?
Technically speaking, the letters stand for "Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry." The academy is a professional organization founded in 1922 to advance research and technical standards in the practice of optometry. It is recognized worldwide for its efforts to identify and promote the highest professional standards through educational programs, symposia, lectures and its prestigious optometric publication.
Becoming a "fellow" in the AAO is no simple task. To be considered, doctors of optometry must meet rigorous qualifications set by the academy, maintain the highest professional standards and demonstrate a scientific approach to eyecare. In addition, candidates must submit written case presentations and undergo thorough examination by a panel of leading doctors of optometry.
Any optometrist may use the O.D. designation (for doctor of optometry) after his or her name. Only a select few have earned the right to use the F.A.A.O. designation. Now you know why!
A: You've probably seen the letters "F.A.A.O." appear after Dr. Seger's name on his letterhead and other formal documentation. Ever wonder what they mean?
Technically speaking, the letters stand for "Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry." The academy is a professional organization founded in 1922 to advance research and technical standards in the practice of optometry. It is recognized worldwide for its efforts to identify and promote the highest professional standards through educational programs, symposia, lectures and its prestigious optometric publication.
Becoming a "fellow" in the AAO is no simple task. To be considered, doctors of optometry must meet rigorous qualifications set by the academy, maintain the highest professional standards and demonstrate a scientific approach to eyecare. In addition, candidates must submit written case presentations and undergo thorough examination by a panel of leading doctors of optometry.
Any optometrist may use the O.D. designation (for doctor of optometry) after his or her name. Only a select few have earned the right to use the F.A.A.O. designation. Now you know why!
Q: What patents does Dr. Seger hold?
A: Dr. Seger is the proud holder of three different patents for contact-lens design. While a research optometrist at Dow Corning in the late 1970s, Dr. Seger developed an innovative lens design that better matched the shape of the eye's cornea than other designs. The geometric-shaped lens also featured a lower mass. He was awarded Patent 4,193,672 by the U.S. Patent Office in March 1980. Later, he improved on that design and was awarded a second patent, number 4,198,132, in April 1980.
After moving to CooperVision as Director of Lens Design and Clinical Research , Dr. Seger developed an ultrathin design for soft contact lenses that allowed more oxygen to pass through the lens. He earned Patent 4,820,038 for this effort in April 1989.
A: Dr. Seger is the proud holder of three different patents for contact-lens design. While a research optometrist at Dow Corning in the late 1970s, Dr. Seger developed an innovative lens design that better matched the shape of the eye's cornea than other designs. The geometric-shaped lens also featured a lower mass. He was awarded Patent 4,193,672 by the U.S. Patent Office in March 1980. Later, he improved on that design and was awarded a second patent, number 4,198,132, in April 1980.
After moving to CooperVision as Director of Lens Design and Clinical Research , Dr. Seger developed an ultrathin design for soft contact lenses that allowed more oxygen to pass through the lens. He earned Patent 4,820,038 for this effort in April 1989.
