About OAP
The Optometric Association of the Philippines was organized in 1936 and reorganized in 1948. In 1979, it merged with other small organizations, contributing its 36 chapter societies throughout the integration. In 1999, the pillars of the Optometric profession composed of past international and national presidents, directors and regional governors withdrew from the merger. This led to the rebirth of the OAP.

History of OAP   | History of Philippine Optometry | RA 8050

Our mission

Trusting in God’s guidance, OAP is committed to:
  • Provision of the best quality eye/vision care for mankind by encouraging the members to conduct their practice in accordance with the highest standard of ethics
  • Enhancement of  world-class optometric practice; institution of measures to sustain integrity and advancement of the profession with the aid of information and technology
  • Advocacy, promotion and maintenance of  cordial and selfless relationships among the members of OAP,  other organizations and the community at large
  • Promote and maintain a cordial and selfless relationship among its members and with the members of other professions

Vision

  • To be the champion of optometric practice and leader in providing the best  vision care globally

Strengths

  • Member of World Council of Optometry (WCO) and APCO
  • High Christian Values
  • Supportive, caring and dedicated members who have mutual respect for each other
  • Making personal sacrifices in response to the needs of other members and project beneficiaries
  • Treating well those people outside the organization regardless of their affiliation

Values

  • Integrity and Honesty 
  • High Ethical Standards
  • Excellence
  • Leadership
  • Loyalty
  • Professionalism

A Home for OAP

Finally, a home for the family. 

Dr. Primitiva "Baby" Perez took care of and safeguarded the OAP thrust funds together with the help of all the Past Presidents, and was realized during the term of past president Dr. Leonor Macalintal Almoto. The acquisition of the OAP office happened during the term of Dr. Corazon Saron-Sipin (2013-2014).

Dr. Baby Perez is also a Past President of the Samahang ng mga Optometrist sa Pilipinas (SOP) and a member of APCO- Asia Pacific Council of Optometry (2008-2010) and also a member of the Council of Elders of the OAP.
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Dr. Baby Perez, shown in the Photo during negotiation of the purchase of the OAP Office . Shown here are Past Presidents Net Soltura, Menchie Abesamis-Dichoso, Melissa Anglo, Nori Macalintal. Not in photo: Dr. Corazon Saron Sipin, Immediate Past President