2020

GENERAL ELECTION

OFFICER

CANDIDATES

1 Candidate each for President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer.

Though these candidates are running unopposed, please show your support by

marking the ballot.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOD Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: President / 2 years Name: Elizabeth “Libba” Affel Professional Title: Clinical Application Specialist Professional Address: Phoenix Technology Group

6630 Owens Drive Pleasanton, CA 94588

Home office: 8051 Stenton Avenue Wyndmoor, PA 19038 cellular: 215.380.3689 Phoenix Office: 925.485.1100 Education - High School: Ravenhill Academy, Philadelphia, PA College: Millersville State College, Millersville, PA BS Biology Post Graduate: Medical College of PA, Philadelphia, PA MS Clinical Pathology Other Training: OPS and JCAHPO courses, ERG training, Ultrasound Training Certifications: MT, OCT-C, CDOS, ROUB, COA Years an OPS Member: __13_____ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: __22______ Previous OPS Positions: At large member of the BOD, 8 years, Secretary of the OPS BOD, 4 years, Don Wong Award Committee 5 years, Fundraising Committee 3 years, Grievance Committee 2 years, Nominating Committee 3 years, Sponsorship Committee 4 years, Ethics Committee 3 years, Editorial Committee 2 years, FOPS 4 years Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ____40____ AAO: ___2______ JCAHPO: ___7_______ ATPO: ___2_____ OTHER: >40 Other Educational Experience: Other Training: OPS and JCAHPO courses, ERG training, Ultrasound Training Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. Thickness of retinal nerve fiber layer correlates with disease duration in parallel with corticospinal tract dysfunction in untreated multiple sclerosis, R Spain, et al, Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development, 45:5 633-642, 2009 2. Spectral-domain optical coherence tomography findings in Alström syndrome Gad Dotan, Vikhas Khetan, Jan D. Marshall, Elizabeth Affel, Denise Armiger-George, Alex V. Levin, Aug 2014 · Journal of American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus

3. Segmental Analysis of Macular Layers in Patients With Unilateral Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma, Camila S Zangalli, Osama M Ahmed, Michael Waisbourd, Mohsin H Ali, Victor Cvintal, Elizabeth Affel, Lalita Gupta, L Jay Katz, Robert C Sergott, Nov 2015 · Journal of Glaucoma Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. The Edward A.Jaeger and John B. Jeffers Citizenship Award in recognition of service and dedication to Wills Eye Hospital 2016 2. Elected as a Fellow of the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2016 3. Virginia S. Boyce Humanitarian Award JCAHPO 2017 Statement of Candidacy: The Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society is an invaluable resource due to the amazing members who volunteer their time and talents to both mentor new photographers as well as educate and share knowledge with those who have been in our imaging field for many years. These are changing times, when we are learning and innovating in infection control as well as imaging technique. As we continue to grow and look forward, we know that every member of the Boards of Certification, Education and Directors are doing their best to support this valuable society. I hope to serve as president of the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society, working with the boards and our membership, to provide exceptional educational programs and maintain the high level of certification. I will work with the members of all boards to help maintain financial stability in these trying times. All of this is done because of you, our members! Thank you for your support.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOD Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Vice President / 2 years Name: Robert W. Cavicchi, CRA, FOPS Professional Title: Senior Ophthalmic Imaging Specialist Professional Address: Beetham Eye Institute Joslin Diabetes Center One Joslin Place Boston, MA 02215 Telephone / Fax: 617-309-2778/617-309-2545 Education - High School: Walpole High School College: Franklin Institute of Technology Post Graduate: NA Other Training: NA Certifications: Certified Retinal Angiographer - 1983 Years an OPS Member: __41____ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: ___42___ Previous OPS Positions: BOD, Vice President, 2018 – present

BOD, Past President, 2016 – 2018 BOD, President, 2012 – 2016 (two terms)

BOD, Vice President, 2008 – 2012 (two terms) BOE, Member-At-Large, 1996 – 2008 Chair, Regional Chapters Committee, 1995 – present President, NEOPS, 1999 – present Treasurer, NEOPS, 1995 - present Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ____25+___ AAO: _______ JCAHPO: ___5+___ ATPO: ______ Other: ___20+____ Other Educational Experience: Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. Stereo Atlas of Fluorescein and Indocyanine Green Angiography; Stevens, Saine & Tyler; Butterworth-Heinemann, 1999 2. Ophthalmic manifestations of diabetic retinopathy. Novo Nordisk Diabetes Care Program. Novo Nordisk, 1999

Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. Elected as FOPS - 2006 2. Statement of Candidacy: These are unprecedented times; for the world, our country and the OPS. But I believe difficult/challenging times bring out the best for those of us willing to seize these opportunities to meet and/or exceed these challenges. If elected as your Vice President I will work to accomplish the following:

1. Work with the current administration to increase membership by marketing the value of the OPS membership experience. Continue to nurture established collaborations with other ophthalmic organizations and explore opportunities for new collaborative ventures. Maintain the autonomy of the brand recognition of our Society and what we offer. Establish cohesive initiatives for marketing membership working with all three boards and the Central Office.

2. Work with the BOE continuing to design, plan, produce and implement the highest quality educational programs in the field. Investigate alternative options for the type and delivery of these educational opportunities to the ophthalmic community. Work closely with the Finance Committee and BOD to ensure all educational programs stay on budget. Work as a mutually beneficial conduit between the BOE/BOD ensuring good communication and strong working relationship.

3. Our certification programs continue to be a vital component of our society. Supporting these programs will be one of the key factors in our brand recognition and marketing efforts. These certification programs need to be one of our core mechanisms as we continue to provide them domestically and explore offering them internationally.

In summary, I would like to thank the Nominating Committee for the opportunity to run for the office of Vice President and all of you for your continued support over the years. I am looking forward to working with you all as we continue to grow as an organization.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOD Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Secretary / 2 years Name: Cynthia VandenHoven Professional Title: Medical Imaging Specialist Professional Address: Hospital for Sick Children, Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences, 555 University Ave, M162, TORONTO, ON, Canada M5G 1X8 Telephone / Fax: (w) 416-813-6523 Education - High School: College: Ryerson University, Bachelor of Applied Arts (Honours) Post Graduate: Other Training: Certifications: CRA Years an OPS Member: ___20____ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: ___22___ Previous OPS Positions: Vice President, Member at Large, Board of Directors Member at Large, Board of Education Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: __17____ AAO: ________ JCAHPO: __2______ ATPO: ________ Other: __13_____ Other Educational Experience: Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor.

• Vision and visual potential for perifoveal retinoblastoma after optical coherence tomographic-guided sequential laser photocoagulation. Soliman SE, VandenHoven C, Mackeen LD, Gallie BL. Br J Ophthalmol. 2018 Jul 5. pii: bjophthalmol-2018-312125. doi: 10.1136/bjophthalmol-2018-312125

• Optical Coherence Tomography-Guided Decisions in Retinoblastoma Management. Soliman SE, VandenHoven C, MacKeen LD, Héon E, Gallie BL. Ophthalmology. 2017 Jun;124(6):859-872. doi: 10.1016/j.ophtha.2017.01.052.

• REVIEW: Anterior Segment imaging in pediatric ophthalmology. Kamiar Mireskandari, MBChB, FRCSEd, FRCOphth, PhD, Nasrin N. Tehrani, MBChB, MSc, FRCSEd (Ophth), FRCSC, Cynthia

VandenHoven, BAA, CRA, Asim Ali, MD, FRCSC Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery December 2011 Vol 37, Issue 12, Pages 2201-2210

Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. FOPS 2018 2. First Place Pseudotendon, Slipped Lateral Rectus Ophthalmic Photographers Society Scientific Surgical

Photography Division 2019 Statement of Candidacy: It has been a wonderful honour and privilege serving as a volunteer for the OPS over the past many years. I have held a variety of different roles for the Board of Directors and Board of Education and am eager to continue to offer my help and support to the Board of Directors as Secretary. As Secretary I will review and work with the various boards to update and re-evaluate our Standing rules, policies & procedures and various other forms of documentation so that future volunteers have the information they need to carry the baton and have success in their future roles for this great organization. If elected, I would be honored to serve in this capacity.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society General Election Statement of Candidacy

Board: Board of Directors Position / Term: Treasurer / 2 years

Name: William Anderson, CRA, FOPS Professional Title: Director of Ophthalmic Imaging (Ret.) Education - College: Albany College, Augusta College, University of GA Certifications: Certified Retinal Angiographer Years an OPS Member: _36_ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: __38______ Previous OPS Positions: Annual Educational Chair 1994-1996, Vice President 1994-1996, Board of Education 1994-1996, Board of Directors 1994-1996, 2006-2020, OPS Treasurer 2010 – 2012, 2018-2020 Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: __20+______ AAO: ___1______ JCAHPO: ____2______ ATPO: ________ Other: _________ Other Educational Experience: 31 OPS/AAO Annual Educational Programs, JCAHPO educational programs, Numerous local and traveling educational programs, Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. OPS Newsletter Editor 2. Digital Copying of 35mm Slides 3. Using a Confocal Microscope to Detect Acanthamoeba Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. Fellow of the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2. Best of Show OPS Print Exhibit Statement of Candidacy: As a candidate for treasurer of the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society I look forward to working diligently to strengthen the financial resources of the Society with the help of the Board of Directors. The OPS must continue to produce diverse, collaborative partnerships between the various Boards and programs requesting a very limited amount of OPS funds, and as treasurer I would safeguard both the programs and finance strength of the OPS. I believe the combined resources of the OPS can and will continue to provide continuations of the Annual Educational Program, CRA and OCT-C programs and be able to provide for other programs through sound financial management. I have those qualities and will exercise them to position the OPS on firm financial ground for the future of the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society.

2020

GENERAL ELECTION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

CANDIDATES

6 Candidates for At-Large Director – Vote for no more than 3

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOD Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Paul D. Crown Professional Title: Chief of Imaging Professional Address: 2505 East Paris Ave SE Suite 100 Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Telephone / Fax: 801-592-2083 Education - High School: Spanish Fork High School College: Utah Valley University AAS Photography, The Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online BS Photography Post Graduate: Savannah College of Art & Design (online) MA Photography Other Training: Certifications: CRA, OCT-C Years an OPS Member: _6_____ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: _6______ Previous OPS Positions: BOC Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ________ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: __________ ATPO: ________ Other: _________ Other Educational Experience: Two time OPS annual program Scientific Session presenter, 1 – 2016, 1 – 2019. Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. IOL’s and Theoretical IntraOcular Physics 2. Scanning through C3F8 and SF6 with Spectral Domain cSLO OCT’s to observe the status of the retina post-surgically, and while still under gas. 3. Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. 2. Statement of Candidacy: I want to help grow the OPS. I firmly believe that in order to get new results we need to do new things. Rear Admiral USN (ret) Grace Hopper nailed it when she suggested “humans are allergic to change”. Our society was built on change, Johnny Justice Jr. did something new. Let’s continue that change, grow our society in new ways, educate more, train more, and raise the bar, together.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society

2020 General Election, BOD Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member at Large / 4 years Name: Alan Frohlichstein, BFA, BS, CRA, FOPS Professional Title: President, Retinal Angiography Services Professional Address: 5633 Crain Street Morton Grove, IL 60053 E-Mail alanfroh@gmail.com Telephone / Fax: 847-965-7555 Education - High School: New Trier West, 1972 College: BFA Photography, Ohio University, Athens, Ohio 1975

BS Biomedical Photographic Communications, Rochester Institute of Technology, Rochester, New York 1977

Other Training: 1 year certificate of completion in Holography, Fine Arts Research and Holographic Center, Chicago, Illinois 1983

Certifications: CRA 1981 Years an OPS Member: __40_____ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: ___42_____ Previous OPS Positions: BOD member 2000 – present, Treasurer 1998 – 2000, BOD Member 1994- 1998, Vice President 1984 –1986, Past Chair of Finance Committee 2011-2013. Currently: Chair of Ethics and Legal Committees; Member of By-Laws, Marketing, Historical, Journal, Scientific Exhibit, JOP Best Article of the Year Award, Standards of Practice, and President OPS Chicago Chapter, 1981 to present. Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: __34______ AAO: ____1_____ JCAHPO: ____1______ ATPO: ___3_____ Other: ___25______ Other Educational Experience: Adjunct Faculty, Ophthalmic Technology Program, Triton College, River Grove, Illinois, 1988 -1998; 2016-2018 Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. A Brief History of the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society Scientific Exhibit, Journal of

Ophthalmic Photography, Vol. 41, No. 2, pp. 96 – 98, 2019 2. Photo Essay, Journal of Ophthalmic Photography, Vol. 35, No. 2, pp. 96, 97, 2013 3. Cover Photograph, Frohlichstein, Hackel, Journal of Ophthalmic Photography, Vol. 17,

No. 2, Oct. 1995 Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. FOPS 1998

2. AAO Honor Award 1993 Statement of Candidacy: As a Board Member, I will continue to work for the advancement and recognition of our profession as medical imagers. I will work to stimulate the active participation of our members, and expand the volunteer base in the running of our Society. With the continuity of service my history in the OPS affords, I will continue to have an awareness of the changes in our profession, and how they impact our Society and our future. As a Board Member, it will be my pleasure to work to the high standards of service and accountability established by our Boards and our Society.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOD Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Deborah Kunda Professional Title: Retinal Photographer Professional Address: Northeastern Eye Institute 200 Mifflin Avenue Scranton, PA 18503 Telephone / Fax: (570)862-6606 / (570)340-8040 Education - High School: West Scranton High School College: University of Scranton Post Graduate: Clarion University Other Training: Certifications: COT, ROUB Years an OPS Member: __1.5_____ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: ____1.5____ Previous OPS Positions: Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ________ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: ____10+______ ATPO: ________ Other: __College Instructor_____ Other Educational Experience: Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. 2. 3. Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. 2. Statement of Candidacy: Throughout my nearly 30 years working in ophthalmology, I have spent a great deal of time expanding my education and training. As an ALA accredited librarian, I am exceptionally qualified to perform professional and administrative duties in planning, developing, implementing and directing operational services. My duties as library director included: policy planning and implementation, long range planning and goal setting, budget preparation, personnel supervision, collection development, library instruction, cataloging, acquisitions, and circulation of materials.

I have served as a member of the Medical Curriculum Advisory Committee, at Fortis Institute, for more than five years. As a board member, every six months we meet to review curriculum requirements, textbooks, and course materials. I advise and help develop course syllabi, and discuss future trends in the healthcare employment sector. For the past five years I have worked remotely as an adjunct instructor, grader, and externship coordinator at Penn Foster College. I assist students in achieving their educational goals, develop grading rubrics and participate in special grading projects. I would like to bring my unique combination of experience and education to the OPS Board of Directors and respectfully request your vote.

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Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOD Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Director-At-Large / 4 years Name: Katherine D. Leviste, MS Professional Title: Master of Science in Vision Science and Investigative Ophthalmology Professional Address: University of Miami, Bascom Palmer Eye Institute – McKnight Vision and Research Center 1638 NW 10th Ave, Suite #816C Miami, FL 33136 Telephone: (650) 862-6825 / Fax: (305) 326-6547 Education - High School: Sequoia High School, Redwood City, CA – International Baccalaureate Scholar College: Cañada College, Redwood City, CA – A.S. Biological Sciences with Honors; Dean’s List University of California, Davis – B.S. Animal Science Graduate: University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, FL – M.S. Vision Science and Investigative Ophthalmology Other Training: Clinical Research Associate, Ophthalmic Technician, Medical Scribe Certifications: California Department of Public Health – Certified Phlebotomy Technician I IJCAHPO Ophthalmic Scribe Certification (in progress) Years an OPS Member: ___2____ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: _2014-2018_ Previous OPS Positions: Member since 2018 Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ________ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: __________ ATPO: ________ Other: Bascom Palmer Other Educational Experience: Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. In Submission – Scientific Manuscript – First author – The Role of Autologous Serum Eye

Drops in Ocular Microbiome Dysbiosis 2. Cochrane Review – Protocol – Contributing author – Topical Pharmacologic Interventions

Versus Placebo for Epidemic Keratoconjunctivitis

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3. Discover Magazine – Article – Author – How Collective Data Contributes to The Science of Breeding Healthier Dogs

Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. MVSIO Graduate Teaching Assistantship Scholarship – $20,000 toward research in vision 2. National Science Foundation Transfer Scholarship – $2,000 funds allocated to study

genetics abroad Statement of Candidacy:

In the fight to preserve and restore vision, ophthalmic photography is a field of medical imaging that is paramount for the diagnosis and management of sight-threatening ocular disease. As the oldest society in the world dedicated to ophthalmic imaging, since 1969, the OPS has attracted an international consortium of imaging experts that sets forth clinical guidance and educational resources to ensure that the standards of practice are met through education, publication, and certified specialization in ophthalmic imaging. As your candidate for Director-At-Large, my cross-disciplinary skills in clinical practice and research domains are like the contrast dye injected intravenously to perform a fluorescein angiogram, providing a degree of luminance to make these structures visible.

I am approaching my third year with the OPS and have nearly six years in the field of ophthalmology. As a recent graduate of the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine Masters in Vision Science and Investigative Ophthalmology program, I am energized by the innovations within the field at this transitional period. My broad scope of experience, from community clinics to private practice, large healthcare centers, and academic research at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, allows me to draw from a framework of clinically effective workflows and best practices in ophthalmology. My recent publications include a co-authored protocol for the Cochrane Review in “Topical pharmacologic interventions versus placebo for epidemic keratoconjunctivitis,” and a brief interview in “The onboard formula for new techs,” as featured in Ophthalmic Professional, both published in January 2020. At the professional level, my mosaic of experiences as a surgical electrophysiology intern, assistant to the coroner, emergency room team member, and cumulative experiences in ophthalmology have shaped my vision for future directions in medicine. I recognize that my specialized training can have wide-reaching effects when applied in the right context. Internationally, I have served in humanitarian vision relief efforts as an operating room technician and helped coordinate medical missions for cataract surgeries in low-resource environments. I am experienced in organizational leadership, including:

- Leading an interdepartmental advisory committee for serum tear research involving Bascom Palmer, the Florida Lions Eye Bank and Miami Veteran’s Affairs in Miami, FL

- Serving as an External Affairs Commissioner for University Affairs and Community Relations at the University of California, Davis, and as an appointed student board member of the Department of Education that investigated analytic tools to predict undergraduate performance, where data metrics were utilized to enhance the quality of instruction at the university

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I am an experienced and regularly invited exam writer for the National Center for Competency Testing, a credentialing organization for phlebotomy. My invited talks and poster presentations include the use of virtual reality modules for training clinician-scientists at the Al-Rashid Orbital Research Colloquium hosted by Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, FL (2019); the use of computer-vision to generate 3D models from gaming systems at a bioinformatics summer session at UC Davis (2018); and a neurobiology honors project on the visual & sensory perception of synesthesia at the Bay Honors Consortium for Undergraduate Research in UC Berkeley, CA (2010). In 2018, I co-founded a non-profit organization called Cyber Vision Labs whose mission is to use emerging technology for community education.

We mark the beginning of the decade with a global pandemic, one that calls for major changes in our standard practices, critically affecting our workflows, communication, and even infection control in our imaging departments. As we veer further towards precision medicine, telehealth is quickly becoming a new reality, in addition to technologies such as artificial intelligence, corneal angiography, meibography, ocular surface cancer imaging, and intraoperative OCT on the horizon. I predict that the OPS will play a pivotal role in ushering in these novel technologies as it has in the past, while promoting excellence in adjusting toward the specialized needs for quality education in society’s new normal.

The power of imaging can transform lives and inspire patients to take action and become proactive stakeholders in the management of their ocular conditions. Before the diagnosis is delivered, the ophthalmic photographer is one of the frontline healthcare professionals, to help patients in their ophthalmic journey.

Together, I look forward to our pursuit of advancing the gold standard for biomedical ocular imaging, diagnostics, and collaboration. If elected, I will work on expanding our strategic network of industry, academic, and research partnerships to ensure that the legacy and exemplary work by previous OPS leadership are continued, and that our organizational viability and reach are expanded. With sincere appreciation and gratitude for your engagement, thank you for inviting me to become a part of the OPS team.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOD Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Monica Motta Professional Title: Staff Research Associate III, Supervisor Professional Address: UC Davis School of Vet Med 1 Shields Ave 2112 Tupper Hall Davis, Ca 95616 Telephone / Fax: 530-752-6967 Education - High School: Yuba City High School, Yuba City Ca College: Yuba College, AA/AS/RVT Cert 1996-1998, CSU Chico, BS 1998-2003 Post Graduate: Other Training: Certifications: Registered Vet Tech, Registered Lab Animal Tech Years an OPS Member: 6 years Years in Ophthalmic Photography: 10 Years Previous OPS Positions: None Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: 2 AAO: _________ JCAHPO: __________ ATPO: ________ Other: ARVO x 2 Other Educational Experience:

1. Shadowed at school of medicine ophthalmology with imaging technicians 2. AAO in combination with OPS 3. ARVO Convention and lectures 4. Annual Eye week lectures at UC Davis 5. Ocular industry consultant 6. Online course through AALAS (American Associate of Lab Animals Science)

Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. Snake Spectacle Vessel Permeability to Sodium Fluorescein Roy W. Bellhorn, DVM, MSc, DACVO; Ann R. Strom, DVM, MSc, DACVO; Monica J. Motta, BS, RVT, RLAT; John Doval, BPA; Joanne Paul-Murphy, DVM, DACZM, DACAW[; Michelle G. Hawkins, VMD, DABVP(avian)

2. Changing the Wound: Covalent immobilization of Epidermal Growth Factor

VijayKrishna Raghunathan1,9†, Shin Ae Park1†, Nihar M. Shah1, ‡†, Christopher M. Reilly2, Leandro Teixeira3, Richard Dubielzig3, Yow-Ren Chang1, Monica J. Motta1, Michael Schurr4, Jonathan McAnulty5, R. Rivkah Isseroff6,Nicholas L. Abbott7*, Christopher J. Murphy1,8 3. Clinical findings and normative ocular data for free-living Anna’s (Calypte anna) and Black-chinned (Archilochus alexandri) Hummingbirds. Running title: Moore BA et al. Hummingbird ophthalmic survey. Bret A. Moore1, David J. Maggs2, Soohyun Kim2, Monica J. Motta2, Ruta Bandivadekar3, *Lisa A. Tell3, *Christopher J. Murphy2,4

Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. Nominated for impactful staff award 2. 15 year university pinning Statement of Candidacy:

I am both honored and privileged to run as a candidate for a seat on the board of directors for the OPS. I feel strongly that my vision research career coupled with my extensive experience in ocular imaging of animals will contribute new insight, knowledge and creativity to the field of ocular photography. I’ve been a Registered Veterinary Technician for 22 years, a Registered Lab Animal Technician for 7 years and collectively I have 24 years of professional animal health care experience, in which the past 10 years have been focused on developing my skills as an ophthalmic photographer in the field of vision research. My career in research ophthalmic photography is both broad and unique. The animals I image range from research animals; mice, rats and rabbits, clinical patients; dogs, cats and horses and both exotic research and clinical patients; raptors, snakes, hummingbirds, lizards and fish. My career is both as an animal health care professional and vision research professional. My responsibilities are both to care for and ensure the safety of the animals as well as perform ophthalmic photography for NIH, industry and clinical trial projects. The modalities which I operate currently are: Heidelberg, Bioptigen and Optovue OCT, Haag-Streit and Topcon slit lamp, Heidelberg and Nidek Confocal Biomicroscopy, Topcon, Phoenix Micron and Canon Fundus Camera, Oculus Pentacam, LKC RetEvet and Big Shot, in addition to other examination modalities; UBM, A-Scan, tear scope rebound tonometer and Pachymeter, As a BOD member I hope to share my perspective on ocular photography to the OPS members as well as contribute to the operation and advancements of the OPS.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOD Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Kathleen Warren Professional Title: Ophthalmic Photographer II Professional Address: Duke Eye Center Holly Springs - 401 Irving Parkway - Suite 330 – Holly Springs, NC 27540 Telephone: 919.681.3937 Education: High School: Nansemond River High School - Suffolk, VA - Class of 97’ College: Associates of Arts - Liberal Arts 2002/Bachelor of Arts - Visual Journalism 2008 Post Graduate: Other Training: Certifications: BLS – CPT (in process) - OCTC (in process) Years an OPS Member: 6 Years in Ophthalmic Photography: 7 Previous OPS Positions: Social Media Editor - FB Number of times as an Instructor/Lecturer: OPS: ________ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: __________ ATPO: ________ Other: _________ Other Educational Experience: • Experience using scientific & medical camera equipment – Retcam, Topcon, Zeiss, Heidelberg, Konan, Optovue, Optos, Haag-Streit, Bioptogen, & Nidek • Experience and knowledge in computer software programs with MAC/PC – including entire contents of Adobe Suite, Microsoft Office, Lightroom, Final Cut Studio II, DVD Studio Pro, & QuarkXPress. • Experience with/own mixed media camera equipment including Canon 5D Mark II, III, 20D, 50D Dynalites, studio lighting, Panasonic HVX, Sony VX1000 and audio recorders. • Experience in copy and photo editing, art direction, design and layouts for newspaper, magazine and mixed publications.

Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. “Children and Technology: Where Are We Headed” Hometown Weekly Newspaper 2. ASCRS Photo Exhibition placement (2013 – 2016) 3. Boston City Hall - Boston Marathon Exhibition (2014) Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. Johnny Justice Junior Scholarship Ophthalmic Photographers' Society 2. Special Recognition Award & College Graduation Student Speaker at Brooks Institute (2008)

Statement of Candidacy: OPS Board of Directors Election

My name is Kathleen Warren and I would like to be considered for the Director At-Large position with the Ophthalmic Photographer’s Society 2020 Elections. With a background in photography, I have always considered my creative vision to be a huge part of who I am as a person. When I was first introduced to the field of Ophthalmology, I was fascinated by the idea that I could potentially help others with their own vision, literally. I always thought of our eyes as our own camera lenses to the world and I have found being a part of helping people maintain their sight, helping keep their world visible, is something I have passionately accepted as my calling.

My career began in Boston, where I learned, trained, and grew under the guidance of two top-rated teaching hospitals - New England Eye Center at Tufts Medical and Massachusetts Eye& Ear/Massachusetts General under Harvard. I offer a little over seven years of field experience in different clinical settings - retina, glaucoma, cornea, IRD, surgical center, OR, and NICU -and stay up-to-date with various cameras and testing equipment. I am knowledgeable of the clinical trial process, having secured previous certifications with various reading centers. I have been responsible for training new hires and Co-Op students on clinic operations, testing and patient care, and pride fully built and maintained strong, professional relationships with doctors, technicians, research coordinators, and staff. I also have kept working relationships with equipment vendors including those from Zeiss, Heidelberg, Topcon, Optos, and Optovue. It is here that we can technically and constructively assist one another, diagnostically performing tests for the most important relationship of all - our patients.

I have been an active member with OPS since 2014, attending four AAO conferences. I was the2016 recipient of the Johnny Justice Jr. Scholarship with OPS, and I am the current editor (one of) for the OPS FB page. In October 2019, I migrated south to the Research Triangle, accepting a position with Duke Eye Center, where I continue to grow and diligently work on obtaining imaging certifications. It is safe to say I truly embrace what I can do for our patients on a daily basis and I hope to keep progressively succeeding in the field I know and love. Please consider my candidacy for BOD, as I believe I would make a great team member to an established, reputable organization.

2020

GENERAL ELECTION

BOARD OF EDUCATION

CANDIDATES

7 Candidates – Vote for no more than 6

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOE Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large Board of Education / 4 years Name: Denise Armiger Nick Name: Neecie Professional Title: Clinical Application Specialist Phoenix Technology Group Clinical Training, Biomedical Applications BioLux Professional Address: Phoenix Technology Group 6630 Owens Drive Pleasanton, CA 94588 Home Office: BioLux 106 Bideford Place Cary, NC, 27513 Telephone / Fax: 646-483-7679 Education : High School: Mount Olive High School – 1989 - College Prep Course Structure College: Rochester Institute of Technology – 1997 - Double Major B.S. – Biomedical Imaging Communications B.F.A. – Advertising/Applied Photography Other Training: Ophthalmology Internship, LV Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad, India - 1997 Certifications: CRA, Certified Retinal Angiographer / CPR as required to retain OCT-C, Optical Coherence Tomography Certification Phlebotomy Certification Years an OPS Member: Estimated 15 years Years in Ophthalmic Photography: 24 years Previous OPS Positions: Office Position for the OPS thus far, was not applied for or held. Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: __9__ AAO: __X__ JCAHPO: __X__ ATPO: __X__ Other: 150+ Other Educational Experience: Biomedical Imaging Training Manager for Leica Microsystems Developed structure for multi-device global training programs

Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. OCT evaluation of retinal lesions in spontaneously hyperglycemic baboons, Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, Vol. 57, 83 September 2016 2. Spectral Domain Optical Coherence Tomography Findings in Alstrom Syndrome Investigative Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences, Vol. 55, 1136 3. Retinal Physician – Intra-Operative OCT depth of 11.1 mm https://www.retinalphysician.com/clinical-case-of-the-month/march-2017 Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. Leica Microsystems, Outstanding achievement award - 2017 2. Outstanding Recertification Achievement - 2002 * RIT honor show - Winner / United States National Archives - 1997 Statement of Candidacy: As a candidate for the Board of Education within the Ophthalmic Photographers Society, I am honored to have the opportunity to give back to an organization that has paved many roads over the years for our talented members, on a global scale. The culmination of experience has taught me one very meaningful lesson. That is each person’s contribution has value and sharing our experience grows the specialized skills for our chosen field. Technology has introduced new opportunities with success in gene therapy, telemedicine and increasingly savvy online educational tools. If chosen to be part of the Board of Education, I will strive to embrace both the challenges and the opportunities that are ever present in our field to further the education of our members.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOE Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Sarah Gardner Professional Title: Clinical Training Coordinator Professional Address: 1725 E. Prospect Road Fort Collins, CO 80525 Telephone / Fax: 970-221-2222 ext 2188 Education - High School: Lafayette High School, Grover, MO College: Sanford Brown College, Fenton, MO Post Graduate: Other Training: Certifications: CRA, COA Years an OPS Member: __3___ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: ___11___ Previous OPS Positions: Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: __4____ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: __________ ATPO: ________ Other: ___1____ Other Educational Experience: Program Director for the North Region of Rocky Mountain Ophthalmic Personnel Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. Cover Photo, Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Vol 42, No 12 Dec 2016 2. 3. Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. 2. Statement of Candidacy: I have been in ophthalmology for 15 years, first as a technician, then a photographer. Education is the focus of my current role as Clinical Training Coordinator at The Eye Center of Northern Colorado. Education has been a passion of mine for many years, from training new technicians and photographers to creating training manuals and online learning modules. I have lectured at my local CE event and have served as a workshop instructor for the OPS. As a member at large for the OPS Board of Education I hope to use my passion and experience to serve the OPS in their mission to bring quality educational programs to their members.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOE Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Ronald Hall, CRA, OCT-C, COA Professional Title: Diagnostic Imaging Manager Professional Address: Retina Specialty Institute 5150 N Davis Hwy Pensacola, FL 32503 Telephone / Fax: 360-204-1090 Education - High School: High School Diploma College: Some College Post Graduate: Other Training: US Navy-10 years Certifications: Years an OPS Member: ___4____ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: ___7____ Previous OPS Positions: JJJ Scholarship Committee, Florida CRA Advisor Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ________ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: ____2____ ATPO: ________ Other: _________

Other Educational Experience: Retina Specialty Institute 2013-Present

• Responsible for educating/training co-workers and doctors on imaging device

function and software • Educate/train all new photographers on clinical study protocols and clinic

imaging procedures • Responsible for educating/training new technicians on Retina Specialty Institute

policies and procedures as well as proper EMR and ophthalmic equipment use

Naval Air Station Pensacola, FL 2009-2012 Assistant Command Urinalysis Program Coordinator • Educated/trained newly reporting personnel on Navy Drug Screening processes • Provided written reports to the Commanding Officer of NAS Pensacola, FL

Restricted Master-at-Arms

• Provided education/training on Naval rules and regulations to sailors serving non-judicial punishment reinforcing the notion of discipline

• Educated/trained newly reporting sailors on Restriction policies and procedures ensuring safety and effectiveness

• Responded to and provided education/training on response to emergency situations

USS Michigan, SSGN-727 (United States Naval Submarine) 2004-2009

Divisional Training Petty Officer • Responsible for preparing and conducting weekly divisional education/training

sessions on updates to Naval Rules and Regulations • Educated/trained personnel on navigational equipment use and maintenance and

navigational chart preparation Divisional Leading Petty Officer • Effectively educated/trained and lead a diverse workforce resulting in zero

disciplinary issues and high morale • Responsible for ensuring all divisional maintenance and education/training was

complete enabling ship to get underway Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. 2. 3. Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. JJJ Scholarship Recipient 2. First Place: Special Effects Photography, First Place: Ultra-Widefield Imaging 2020 ASCRS/OPS Exhibit Statement of Candidacy: I recently had the opportunity to assist with creating detailed outlines for the American Optometric Association CEC’s for the OPS Webinar on Demand courses. Doing this reinforced my belief that in helping to educate others we further educate ourselves. For the past 7 years I have been the go-to for education and training of photographers at Retina Specialty Institute. In the 10 years prior to that I had multiple education and training roles as a Submariner in the US Navy. I am proud to list the OPS as the top professional organization on my curriculum vitae. I believe that I have a variety of skills that would prove extremely useful in any role from planning and producing the OPS Educational Programs to coordinating education modules for the online education partnership. If given the honor of serving on the Board of Education I ensure you that my duties of care, loyalty, and obedience will be in keeping with the highest expectations and standards of the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society. Please accept my Statement of Candidacy.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOE Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Tony Medina Professional Title: Ophthalmic Photographer, CRA Professional Address: 3181 E. Grand Blanc Rd Grand Blanc, MI 48439 Telephone / Fax: 810-694-6933/81-694-52959 Education - High School: Sterling Heights, MI College: Oakland Community College, Detroit College of Business Post Graduate: Other Training: Real Estate License Certifications: CRA Years an OPS Member: __27___ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: __28____ Previous OPS Positions: Ballot Committee, Chair 1995 - 2018, member at large - present BOE member at large, 2015 - present Course Evaluation and Curriculum Advisory Chair, 2015 - present Annual Program Workshop Chair – Chicago 2018; San Francisco 2019; Las Vegas 2020 Vice Chair OPS Board of Education 2018-2020 Mid-Year Education Chair – Miami 2019 Scientific Session Committee, 2019-present Future Education Chair, Annual Program, New Orleans 2021 Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ___16___ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: __________ ATPO: ________ Other: _________ Other Educational Experience: Multiple volunteer roles in the last 27 years of OPS programs and efforts. Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. ATPO Viewpoints Magazine, Winter 2019 2. 3.

Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. OPS 1st Place Fluorescein Angiogram 1994 2. OPS 1st Place Autofluorescence 2019 Statement of Candidacy: We are at a critical juncture transitioning the old ways of doing business into the new. I welcome the opportunity to continue evolving the OPS into this new age of online education. Working to provide the best educational opportunities, whether in person or internet, is my promise to our membership and all ophthalmic professionals seeking our programs. Thank you for taking the time to read and consider my candidate statement.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOE Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Stefanie Palmer C.R.A. Professional Title: Lead Ophthalmic Photographer Professional Address: 200 Greenfield Parkway Liverpool, NY Telephone / Fax: 315-657-2117 Education - High School: Jamesville- DeWitt High School College: Rochester Institute of Technology; Biomedical Photographic Communications Post Graduate: Other Training: Certifications: Certified Retinal Angiographer Years an OPS Member: __11___ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: __11___ Previous OPS Positions: Current Volunteer for Webinar on Demand committee Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ___2___ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: ___1___ ATPO: _____ Other: CNY Vision Forum _2_ Other Educational Experience: Administrator of Central New York Vision Forum Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. Image published on the cover of Image Net magazine handed out at AAO 2019 2. Image pushed on cover of Ophthalmology Today (May 2020) 3. Images published in OPS journals as part of winning OPS competitions Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. Second place OPS awards, two years running in “Eye as Art” category 2. Second place OPS award for High magnification image of Venus Loop, image then featured on cover of Ophthalmology Today (May 2020) Statement of Candidacy: When I was approached to run for the Board of Education (BOE) in 2020 I was thrilled for the opportunity to become a part of the educational leadership for the Ophthalmic Photographers Society. As a member of the WOD, Webinar On Demand committee, I have enjoyed getting to know some of the amazing people who make up the BOE. Given this introduction to creating educational content with the OPS, I hope to bring a fresh perspective on some modern issues facing all ophthalmic photographers.

My current position is at a practice of seven retina physicians where I serve as the lead for a group of 5 photographers. I also have been working on creating educational courses and curriculum for the clinical staff in office, as these types of educational opportunities are limited for technicians who are new to ophthalmology. I am very passionate about helping our staff gain a deeper insight into their work on a daily basis.

In addition to my time spent on the job, I also serve as administrator for the Central New York Vision Forum for the past 3 years. We organize a yearly event of over 190 local ophthalmic medical professionals, doctors and technicians alike. I play a key role in this event from logistical issues to content creation and this work has been extremely rewarding and has helped me further my passion for education.

If elected to the OPS, I pledge to bring my knowledge base, passion and my years of experience to the board. Furthermore, to all of its members, I pledge my enthusiasm and dedication to the process of learning and education.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOE Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Gary Rickert, CRA Professional Title: Research Photographer Professional Address: 5441 Health Center Drive Abilene TX, 79606 Telephone / Fax: 325-690-4408 Education - High School: Wylie High School Diploma College: BFA University of Texas @ Arlington Post Graduate: Other Training: Certifications: CRA Years an OPS Member: __7___ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: ___11___ Previous OPS Positions: BOE CEC Chair Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ___1____ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: __________ ATPO: ________ Other: _________ Other Educational Experience: Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. N/A 2. 3. Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. N/A 2. Statement of Candidacy: I humbly submit my Continuing Candidacy to the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society’s Board of Education. I have been an ophthalmic imaging specialist at the Retina Research Institute of Texas for 11 years. I have been responsible for maintaining the imaging equipment for our practice, and in recent years I have begun taking an active role in the training and education of our photography technicians in order to increase and maintain the quality of imaging in our practice. I have also been a member of the OPS for 7 years since I earned my CRA and have been the CEC Chair for the OPS’ Board of Education since the late 2016. I hope to be allowed

to continue assisting the OPS’ BOE in their future endeavors to educate the ophthalmic imaging community for another term.

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election, BOE Statement of Candidacy

Position / Term: Member-At-Large / 4 years Name: Hannah Sheppard Professional Title: Coordinator of Ophthalmic Imaging Professional Address: 925 N 87th Street

Milwaukee, WI, 53226 Telephone / Fax: (414) 955-7992 Education - High School: Vincentian Academy College: Washington & Jefferson College Post Graduate: None Other Training: Certifications: CRA, OCT-C, CDOS Years an OPS Member: ___5___ Years in Ophthalmic Photography: ___14___ Previous OPS Positions: None Number of times as an Instructor / Lecturer: OPS: ____2___ AAO: _________ JCAHPO: __________ ATPO: ________ Other: _________ Other Educational Experience: Published Works: List three most significant as author/contributor. 1. 2. 3. Professional Awards: List two you consider most significant: 1. 2. Statement of Candidacy: The OPS has really helped me to grow my career and gain impactful knowledge that I use every day and I am excited for an opportunity to give back to the organization. I am dedicated to educating future photographers and creatively navigating through the changes in our field. As a member of the BOE, I can bring new ideas, hard work, and an enthusiastic approach to reaching and educating the future generations of photographers.

2020

GENERAL ELECTION

PAUL MONTAGUE HONORARY LIFE MEMBER

CANDIDATE

1 Candidate

Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society 2020 General Election

Paul Montague Honorary Life Membership

Honorary Life Membership in the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society is awarded to select individuals who, through long term dedication and service, have made significant and lasting contributions to the Society and the field of diagnostic imaging. This year, the Board of Directors is proud to submit the name of Chris Barry to the membership for this honor. Chris is renowned in our profession as an outstanding imager based on his extraordinary talent, his tremendous knowledge of imaging, and his dedication to the Society as evidenced by his significant contributions despite the thousands of miles between his home and our Society’s base. He has the distinction of serving the longest tenure as Editor of our esteemed professional journal, and has done so with great expertise, determination and style. The Journal of Ophthalmic Photography is held in high regard in the ophthalmic publications.

And as Editor of the Journal of Ophthalmic Photography, Chris has been especially dedicated to seeking out and mentoring OPS members as contributing authors. He has done this by canvassing many courses to look for speakers with unique skills or knowledge, by following up on suggestions and leads from other members, and by reviewing other publications for likely authors. This has not only served the JOP well, but has truly been inspirational for many of our newer Society members as they learn to participate in the workings of the OPS. His mentoring has always been respectful, encouraging, and patient.

The Paul Montague Honorary Lifetime Membership Committee representing the Board of Directors and the Board of Directors of the Ophthalmic Photographers’ Society support Chris’ election as an Honorary Life Member of our Society.