About NYSSO

Thank you for your interest in the New York State Society of Opticians, Inc. (NYSSO).  NYSSO is a professional association formed in 1936 to provide New York State Licensed Ophthalmic Dispensers a means of effective communication and education.  Approximately 1,200 New York State Licensed Ophthalmic Dispensers benefit from membership in NYSSO.

NYSSO's guiding principles are: to advance and improve the services of the New York State Licensed Ophthalmic Dispenser to the public; establish and elevate the standards and ethics of the profession; encourage, cooperate and promote the enhancement and enlargement of the scope of practice for all opticians; and provide quality continuing education.

Membership benefits include: a quarterly newsletter, continuing education credits through our annual conference, regional meetings and symposiums, newsletter, lobbying activities, internet access and networking opportunities.

If you have any questions about NYSSO membership and/or benefits please feel free to contact us.  Thank you for your continued dedication to the field of Ophthalmic Dispensing.