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2730 Devine Street ● Columbia, SC 29205 ● (803) 799-6721 ● FAX (803) 799-2305
Volume 1 , Issue 2
The Delineator
It is my sincere desire to be able to provide you with monthly updates regarding our progress on the Executive Committee and the management of our Association. We have been busy! First let me say what a great day February13th was for SC Optometry. We had our legislative appreciation lunch and coding seminar which was a huge success. Over 80 ODs were in attendance and over 90 legislators came to our lunch reception. We must all thank James Vaught, O.D. and Lori Donovan, O.D. our Legislative Committee Co-Chairs for their dedicated efforts to help organize this event for SC Optometry. We must also thank Richard Davis and his staff at Capitol Consultants, because the level of success would not have been achieved without their expertise. Legislators told me, other Executive Committee members and Richard Davis (on separate occasions), that they had never seen so many of their colleagues together at a similar event. Thanks to the team efforts of your colleagues, your Executive Committee, your Legislative Committee Co-Chairs and most importantly Richard Davis and Capitol Consultants. Let us continue to improve and grow this annual event, and please remember what Wayne Cannon, O.D. has always stated, “It is by legislation that we are allowed to practice. It is by legislation that we can cease to practice. It is by legislation that determines on who we practice. It is by legislation that determines our scope of practice. It is legislation that determines how much we get paid to practice.” Here are some of our initial accomplishments that have been possible with the help and guidance of Capitol Consultants. We were able to take over the Annual Meeting management five weeks before the event and had one of the most successful meetings in years. There is an ongoing process of organizing the SCOA office and accounting systems to increase efficiency and save the Association money. We have been able to discontinue certain contracts as they duplicated services Capitol Consultants expertly provides with no additional outlay of expenses, which has saved the Association thousands of dollars. As you are aware, we have redesigned the Delineator, are in the process of upgrading our website and have increased the number of hours (8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) that SCOA staff is available to you. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to pick up the phone and give me a call. Regards, Peter
President's Message: Executive Committee Update
Local Society Information 2 Member News 3 New Members 3 OD Rally 4-7 In Memory 8 SCOAPAC 8-9 Website 9 Summer Seminar 10 Membership Information 11 Classifieds 12
Inside this Edition:
Dr. Peter Candela, SCOA President
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Catawba President: David Oliver, O.D. 406 North Wilson Street PO Box 2935 Rock Hill, SC 29732 803-327-1181 [email protected] Treasurer: William (Bill) Hundley, O.D. Meetings: 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. March 18 - TBA April 15 - Fishbones Grille, Fort Mill October 21 - TBA
Coastal President: Michele Donovan, O.D. 2015 Sam Rittenberg Boulevard Charleston, SC 29407 843-763-2247 [email protected] Vice-President: Joseph Pitcavage, O.D. Secretary/Treasurer: Jennie Smith, O.D. Meetings: no set schedule March 18 - TBA
Midlands President: Melissa Binder, O.D. 1057 Broad Street, Suite 48 Sumter, SC 29150 803-775-8951 [email protected] Vice-President: Van Forrester, O.D. Secretary/Treasurer: Laura Belka, O.D. Meetings: March 20 April 22 May 21 June 17 August 19 September 17 October 14 Legislative Reception - October 21
Local Society Information Low Country
President: Michelle McKenzie, O.D. 2010 Browning Gate Road PO Box 298 Estill, SC 29918 803-625-3384 [email protected] Vice-President: Jennifer Switak, O.D. Treasurer: Dianne Williams, O.D. Secretary: David McKenzie, O.D. Meetings: no set schedule
Pee Dee
President: Caryn West, O.D. 211 North Washington Street Sumter, SC 29150 803-775-9314 [email protected] Secretary/Treasurer: Emily Walck, O.D. Meetings: mid-month on Wednesday’s at 6:30 p.m. March 12 - Red Bones
Piedmont President: Louis Martin, O.D. 399 East Henry Street Spartanburg, SC 29302 864-585-0208 [email protected] Vice-President: Sean Stevens, O.D. Secretary/Treasurer: Malissa Mathis, O.D. Meetings: no set schedule March 17 - 6:30 p.m. at Northampton Wines
Waccamaw President: Owen Johnson, O.D. 407-A Church Street Georgetown, SC 29440 843-546-2244 [email protected] Vice President: Sandra Diamond, O.D. Treasurer: John Mills, O.D. Meetings: no set schedule
Executive Committee
Peter Candela, O.D. President PO Box 614 Blythewood, SC [email protected] Edward Lemon, O.D. President-Elect 267 Main Street Barnwell, SC 29812 [email protected] Michael Wood, O.D. Vice President 1760 Woodruff Road Greenville, SC 29607 [email protected] Lori Donovan, O.D. Trustee Belle Hall Eye Care 644-L Longpoint Road Mount Pleasant, SC 29464 [email protected] Philip Flynn, O.D. Trustee 2757 Laurel Street Columbia, SC 29204 [email protected] Melissa Schwebach, O.D. Trustee 1090 Spratt Street Fort Mill, SC 29715 [email protected] James Vaught, O.D. Trustee 1406 Main Street Conway, SC 29526 [email protected]
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The Latest Member News!
Best Wishes to Dr. Amy Brown, of Central on her marriage to Joseph A. Pilgram, December 29, 2007.
Congratulations Dr. Alva S. Pack, III, of Spartanburg for qualifying for the 2008 Optometric Recognition Award.
Way to go, Dr. Jeff Magun, of Greenwood, who took and passed his First Degree Black Belt test in December 2007. Dr. Magun also competed in the Dixieland Nationals in Irmo, SC in August 2007 and took 4th place in the 35+ age Brown Belt Category. Dr. Magun is 66 years old and has studied American Freestyle Karate for 3 years.
Well wishes to Jane Branch, wife of Dr. Bob Branch of Irmo, who is now undergoing cancer treatments. Jane has been an extremely involved member of the Optometric family throughout the years. Besides working along side her husband, she has lectured extensively at state and regional meetings. We all have you in our prayers.
James F. Hill, III, of Georgetown, SC and graduate of the Citadel, was elected President of the American Optometric Student Association. He currently attends the University of Alabama-Birmingham School of Optometry and is a third year student. The AOSA represents over 5600 students in the U.S. and Canada. As President, James will preside over the Board of Trustees and the Executive Council and is responsible for leading the development of the organization. Other duties include traveling to many national meetings and numerous speaking engagements.
Welcome New Members to SCOA
Full Membership David Pratt, O.D. - Lexington Carol Schwon, O.D. - N. Augusta Tammy Tully, O.D. - Myrtle Beach Brad Bodkin, O.D. - Mt. Pleasant Lloyd Nethercutt, O.D. - Sumter Student Amanda Umlandt Sean Pitale Monique Nicole Batchelor - Union Kevin Bistline - Charleston Matt Dugger - Charleston
New Graduate Nacondus Gamble, O.D. - Charleston August Wallace, O.D. - Blythewood Aleque James, O.D. - Rock Hill Nicole Ptaskin, O.D. - Columbia Amy Brown, O.D. - Columbia ParaOptometric Clyn Wilson - Myrtle Beach Barbara Goodwin - Myrtle Beach Life James Honl, O.D. - Anderson James Lyday, O.D. - Easley Associate Thomas Cossick - Georgia
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SCOA 2008 OD Rally - Great Success! Third Annual OD Rally - February 13, 2008 This year’s Legislative Rally in Columbia was a HUGE success. The SCOA had 87 ODs attend the Rally. The day began at the Blatt building with a panel discussion of legislators that consisted of Representatives Leon Howard, Thad Viers and Bob Walker. They participated in a lively dialogue of questions asked by fellow ODs. Lt. Governor Andre Bauer stopped in and addressed the crowd on the importance of communication with their legislators and praised the SCOA for their strong presence at the State House. Ms. Bz Giese, with the SC Department of Health and Human Services gave a brief report on Medicaid. Afterwards the group crossed the grounds to the State House and had the honor of being introduced in the SC House of Representatives. We then headed to the Capitol City Club, where 95 legislators joined us for lunch. After lunch each legislator was presented with a gift bag. For those legislators not in attendance, a bag was hand delivered to their office. The only slight inconvenience was we needed more seats at the luncheon to accommodate the crowd of legislators. What a great problem to have! The day ended with a Coding Seminar presented by Dr. Chuck Brownlow. THANK YOU Capitol Consultants for organizing the event and as usual, for being on top of your game. THANK YOU to each OD who took time out of their practice to support our wonderful profession. Our Association is strong legislatively because of your time, efforts and financial support.
Thanks, Lori Donovan, O.D. & James Vaught, O.D.
The weather held for a great turnout.
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Lt. Governor Andre Bauer
Representatives Leon Howard and Bob Walker
Drs. Lori Donovan, Alva Pack, Louis & Janelle Martin
Representative Cathy Harvin and Dr. Steve Wearden
Representative David Umphlett and Dr. James Vaught
Representative Nathan Ballentine and Dr. Brian Cannon
Standing: Drs. Denise Carter, John-Michael Johnson, Maria Dickerson Seated: Dr. Bob Wilds and Representative Carl Anderson
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Richard Davis, SCOA Lobbyist
Drs. Paul Bohac, Maria Dickerson, Pete Smith, Angie Patteson and Benji Ingram
Bz Giese, SC DHHS
Representative Nelson Hardwick and Senator Ray Cleary Dr. Mark Dean
Dr. Steve Wearden and Lt. Governor Andre Bauer
Charleston area ODs come out for legislative day.
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Representative Terry Alexander Senator Thomas C. Alexander Representative Karl B. Allen Representative Carl L. Anderson Senator Ralph Anderson Representative Nathan Ballentine Representative Bruce W. Bannister Representative Liston D. Barfield Lt. Governor Andre Bauer Representative Eric M. Bedingfield Representative William K. Bowers Representative Joan B. Brady Representative Floyd Breeland Senator Paul Campbell Senator George E. Campsen Senator Catherine C. Ceips Representative Richard E. Chalk, Jr. Senator Ray Cleary Representative Alan D. Clemmons Representative Daniel T. Cooper Representative Kristopher R. Crawford Senator Ronnie W. Cromer Representative Jeffery D. Duncan Senator Dick Elliott Representative Shannon S. Erickson Senator Michael L. Fair Senator Robert Ford Representative Marion B. Frye Representative Jerry N. Govan Representative Carl L. Gullick Representative Nikki Randhawa Haley Representative Glenn L. Hamilton Representative Nelson L. Hardwick Representative Robert W. Harrell, Jr. Representative James H. Harrison Representative Cathy B. Harvin Representative Gloria A. Haskins Senator John D. Hawkins Senator Robert W. Hayes Representative William G. Herbkersman Representative Davey R. Hiott Representative Lonnie Hosey Representative Heyward Hutson Representative Joseph H. Jefferson
Representative R. Keith Kelly Representative Kenneth Kennedy Representative Herb Kirsh Representative Harry B. Limehouse III Representative Lanny F. Littlejohn Senator Joel Lourie Representative Phillip D. Lowe Representative James H. Lucas Representative David J. Mack Representative Joseph G. Mahaffey Senator Larry A. Martin Senator J. Yancey McGill Representative Walton J. McLeod Representative Vida O. Miller Representative Dennis C. Moss Representative J. Michael Mulvaney Representative James M. Neal Representative Denny Woodall Neilson Senator William H. O'Dell Representative Phillip D. Owens Representative J. Anne Parks Representative Lewis E. Pinson Representative Michael A. Pitts Representative Edward H. Pitts Senator Glenn G. Reese Representative Rex F. Rice Senator James H. Ritchie, Jr. Representative William E. Sandifer Representative Wallace B. Scarborough Representative John L. Scott, Jr. Representative Phillip W. Shoopman Representative J. Gary Simrill Representative Fletcher N. Smith, Jr. Representative Mack R. Toole Representative C. David Umphlett Senator Lewis R. Vaughn Representative Thad T. Viers Representative J. David Weeks Representative J. Seth Whipper Representative W. Brian White Representative William R. Whitmire Senator Kent M. Williams Representative Robert Q. Williams Representative William D. Witherspoon
Legislators Attending SCOA OD Rally
Level Pledges $2000 2 Titanium $1500 11 Platinum $1000 18 Gold $750 4 Silver $500 72 Bronze $250 24
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Dear Colleagues: I would like to take a moment in remembrance of a true asset to the Optometric Community, Dr. Harold Vigdosky. For those of you who did not have the pleasure of knowing our wonderful colleague, he was a gentle giant. A kind-hearted man who exemplified a kindness and sincerity that is often read or heard about, but rarely experience. The world is a better place because of him. He will be greatly missed. Regards, Rosalind Smith, O.D. Dr. Harold S. Vigodsky SPARTANBURG, SC-- Dr. Harold Sidney Vigodsky, 61, of 804 Shoresbrook Drive, died Thursday, December 27, 2007, at Spartanburg Regional Medical Center. Born May 9, 1946, in Greenville, SC, he was the son of the late Nathan and Rebecca Cambell Vigodsky. A graduate of Emory University in Atlanta, GA, Dr. Vigodsky received a Doctor of Optometry degree from Pennsylvania School of Optometry in 1972. He had an optometric practice in Spartanburg since 1972 and had previously served on the Board of Optometry. An avid Clemson University Tiger fan, he had been an IPTAY member since childhood and was the statisti-cian for Clemson University Football and Basketball for over 20 years. If anyone ever needed information in regards to any sport at Clemson, they knew to call Harold. In 1999 he received the Bob Bradley Coaches Award. Dr. Vigodsky was past president of the Spartanburg County Clemson Club and on the Board of Directors as well. He received the John Fleming- Grover Henry Lifetime Achievement Award and was the IPTAY representative for Spartanburg County for over 25 years. Harold was also a past president of the Spartanburg Touchdown Club. When not working in his optometry practice or with Clemson Univer-sity sports, Dr. Vigodsky was also the head statistician for the Carolina Panthers Football team for the last 13 years and also was head statistician for Super Bowl XXXIV in Atlanta. Dr. Vigodsky was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Other than Clemson Football, the Holiday Season was what Harold loved the most. He loved being with family and especially his grandchil-dren who were his pride and joy. Survivors include his wife, Gail Prichard Vigodsky; a daughter, Amy Vigodsky Dillard and her hus-band Cam of Raleigh, NC; a son, Bill Vigodsky of Spartanburg; a granddaughter, Mary Cameron Dillard (5 years old); and a grandson, Nathan Dillard (8 months old).
In Memory
THE SCOAPAC FUND KEEPS GROWING!
Be sure to make your pledge today. TOTAL $83,000.00
Cut out card on next page and return to the SCOA office
The SCOA website will be having some exciting new changes made to its appearance and user-ability soon. In the coming weeks, there will be a “Member Information” section that will have the past Executive Committee Minutes and Delinators posted for your review. We are also creating Local Society pages that will have information regarding each society leadership and their meeting information.
To access the website, go to www.sc-eyecare.org and click on Member Login in the dark blue bar near the top of page. Currently, your user ID is your last name and your password is your license #. We are in the process of making the member section more secure and will be allowing each member to be able to choose their own password. More information on this will be emailed to you in the next few weeks. Website Pages: News We encourage all members to submit any news they want to share. This can be from National Optometry related news to news of newborns and new members. Classifieds The classified section is free to all SCOA members. If you want to submit something, please fax your ad or call the SCOA office. Calendar The calendar lists all upcoming Local Society Meeting dates along with location and info about speakers when known.
2008 SCOAPAC Pledge Card Titanium Level Contributor --- $1500
Bill amount in full Bill $375/qtr. Bill $125/mo. Platinum Level Contributor --- $1000
Bill amount in full Bill $250/qtr. Bill $83.33/mo. Gold Level Contributor --- $750
Bill amount in full Bill $187.50/qtr. Bill $62.50.mo. Silver Level Contributor --- $500
Bill amount in full Bill $125/qtr. Bronze Level Contributor --- $250 (Graduates from 2002-2007, Partial Practice, Dues Waivers, or Life Members ONLY)
Bill amount in full Bill $62.50/qtr.
O.D. Name (PLEASE PRINT): ___________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________ Bill VISA/MC # _______________________________________________ Exp. Date: __________ 3 Digit Security Code (on back of card): ________ Cardholder Signature: _________________________________________
Thank You! SCOAPAC appreciates your support.
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SCOA Website
Officials Here you can look up SC Senators, House Members, Legislators by County, or your Legislative District. People Here you can view information about SCOA members by Society, County, or Life Membership. You can also find a list of SCOA Executive Committees and the OD’s serving on them.
Visit us on-line at www.sc-eyecare.org
Ritz-Carlton Lodge
Information
Stroll along the secluded shores of Lake Oconee. Just 75 miles east of Atlanta, Georgia, The Ritz-Carlton Lodge, Reynolds Plantation offers guests legendary service highlighted by gracious Southern hospitality. The perfect combination of surreal elegance and outdoor tranquility, our Lake Oconee hotel offers escapes such as fishing for large-mouth bass, waterskiing and canoeing. Named among the “World’s Best Places to Stay” in Conde Nast Traveler’s 2006 Gold List, the hotel features: • 251 well-appointed guest rooms and suites • 35 acres of picturesque shoreline property on
Lake Oconee • More than 15,000 square feet of meeting
space, including 10 meeting rooms • 99 Holes of championship golf designed by the
games greatest architects • A full-service spa and fitness center Lake Oconee is the second-largest lake in the state, boasting an impressive 376 miles of picturesque shoreline at full capacity. Lake Oconee, GA, was created in 1979, via an impoundment of the Oconee River by the Georgia Power Company, in an effort to boost the state’s hydroelectric power production capabilities. Today, Lake Oconee is famous for housing more fish per square acre than any other lake in Georgia, including large mouth bass, bream, catfish, crappie and striped bass hybrids. This serene and secluded escape also offers visitors a wealth of other recreational opportunities, including kayaking, canoeing, waterskiing and 99 holes of championship caliber golf.
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Summer Seminar Information Make plans now to attend the
2008 Summer Seminar July 25 - 27, 2008
At the Ritz-Carlton Lodge in Greensboro, GA
Feature Presenters will be:
Dr. Paul Ajamian Dr. Leo Semmes
with 7 hours of CE Summer Seminar Schedule Friday, July 25: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Topic TBA Dr. Leo Semmes 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Welcome Reception Saturday, July 26: 9:00 a.m. - 12 noon Topic TBA Dr. Paul Ajamian Afternoon on your own 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Reception Sunday, July 27: 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. Topic TBA Dr. Leo Semmes 11:00 a.m. Adjourn To make reservations, please call the resort and let them know that you are with the SC Optometric Association in order to receive the discounted room rate of $200 per night (not including tax). Phone: (706) 467-0600
Mark Your Calendars …
June 25 - 29 AOA Congress Seattle, WA
July 25 - July 27
SCOA Summer Seminar Greensboro, GA
December 4 - December 7
SCOA Annual Meeting Hilton Head Island, SC
If you have news or information for the next edition of The Delineator, please call the SCOA office at 803-799-6721 or fax over the enclosed form to 803-799-2305.
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Membership Information
Lobbying Tax Deductibility
Contributions or gifts to the American Optometric Association are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for income tax purposes. However, they may be deductible as ordinary or necessary business expenses subject to restrictions imposed as a result of Association lobbying activities. The American Optometric Association estimates that the non-deductible portion of your AOA 2008 dues - the portion that is allocable to lobbying is 6.4%. The non-deductible SCOA portion is 19.7%
Dues Amnesty The Executive Committee of the SC Optometric Association has voted to grant amnesty for any Optometrist whose membership was inactivated due to non payment of dues. Please notify the SCOA office no later than May 1, 2008 to take advantage of this one time offer. If you want continuous years of membership in the AOA, then you will have to pay their back portion of dues.
Roster Deadline: The SCOA staff will be printing the 2008 Member Roster by March 30, 2008. Be sure to return your membership update to the SCOA office in time so you will be included in the roster. If you need a member update form, please contact the office at 803-799-6721.
For Sale: Office equipment for sale. Please contact Dr. Bill Behling if interested at 843-562-2356. For Sale: Office equipment. Prices negotiable. Contact Dr. Michael Campbell at 843-681-6682. OD Needed: Motivated optometrist for new second office in Pooler, Ga. (15 min's. from downtown Savannah ) full time associateship. Excellent opportunity, must have Georgia license. Please call Dr. John Janvier at 843-837 4545 or email [email protected]. OD Available: Professional fill-in for your practice. Have scoop will travel. Dr. Holcombe 843-522-3837. Equipment For Sale: Autorefractor/autokeratometer, Reichert RK600. Like new. Very accurate. Bought new in 2006 for $7800. Used four days a week for one year. No longer need, steal it for $4900. 803-319-3929 or [email protected].
Full Time OD Needed: For multi-location private practice in Spartanburg and Laurens Counties. If interested, please contact Dr. Tom MacMillan at 864-833-5555. OD Needed: Saturdays in Greenville; Wal-Mart 9 am – 2 pm. If interested, please call Dr. Joe DiPasqua at 864-567-1751. OD Needed: Part-time Optician needed in Mount Pleasant. Please fax resume to 843-881-2578. For Sale: HRT II like new condition. Purchased last year at SECO. Hardly used. $16,000. If interested, please call 864-225-0474. For Sale: Practice in Beaufort. Call Jim 843-846-1239, after 5 pm. For Sale: Used Reliance (blue) chair and stand for sale, $1895. Dr. Mike Schall 843-554-7554 or [email protected]. Can email photos if serious.
Classifieds
South Carolina Optometric Association 2730 Devine Street Columbia, SC 29205 803-799-6721 www.sc-eyecare.org
