Our Mission Statement
Scientific integrity is the core value of the Ocular Wellness and Nutrition Society (OWNS). Our goal is to bring worldwide evidence-based nutrition and wellness strategies to healthcare providers, scientists, and the public to help change the course of vision loss and poor health. We are passionate about saving sight and providing an unbiased representation of well-designed studies.
OWNS is a 501(c)(3) charitable non-profit organization.
Our Vision Statement
Dedicated to educating eye doctors and patients alike about the importance of whole-body wellness and nutrition for optimal visual performance and ocular health.
Upcoming Events
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Dr. David Perlmutter Address Nutrition in Eye Care
Watch the most recent webinar featuring the new PNP Certification with the American Nutrition Association
Member Benefits
- 6 hours of COPE approved CE annually feature top doctors and scientists in the field
- Monthly email and blog updates on the latest in nutrition science
- The opportunity to earn a fellowship and receive the distinction FOWNS
- Free admission to our live annual reception at the American Academy of Optometry
- Free access to certain American Board of Optometry (ABO) COPE approved CE
- Access to journal platforms such as NUTRIENTS
- Various discounts and promotions with affiliate industry companies
- Access to signup for "Find a Practitioner" feature
*Active OWNS membership required for ongoing discount use
Access the Personalized Nutrition Practitioner Training (CPNP) with their highest discount tier!
LAUNCHING the BIGGEST membership benefit to date!
Collaboration with the American Nutrition Association.
OWNS is excited to provide our new affiliate Fullscript!
Fullscript is a digital health platform that helps practitioners build better patient relationships through quality supplementation and intuitive tools for treatment adherence — all at no cost.
Practitioners write online supplement plans or dispense supplements in-office, giving patients easy access to high-quality products and education for optimal health.
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