Annual Awards
OD of the YearThe Minnesota Optometric Association Optometrist of the Year award recognizes the deserving individual doctor of optometry for performance of outstanding services on behalf of the profession and to the visual welfare of the public. 2026 Optometrist of the Year Eric Bailey, OD |
Young OD of the YearThe Minnesota Optometric Association Young Optometrist of the Year award recognizes those ODs in their first decade of practicing optometry who show leadership skills when serving their profession, their patients and their community. 2026 Young Optometrist of the Year Anna Percival, OD |
Distinguished OD of the YearThe Minnesota Optometric Association Distinguished Service Award recognizes a doctor of optometry who has provided significant contributions and outstanding achievements contributing to the advancement of the profession of optometry. 2026 Distinguished Service Awards Bridget Axelson, OD; Lauren Haverly, OD; Stacy Hinkemeyer, OD; Randy Kempfer, OD |
Paraoptometric of the YearThe Minnesota Optometric Association Paraoptometric of the Year award recognizes a deserving paraoptometric who has made above-and-beyond outstanding contributions to the profession of optometry, supporting patients and the public. 2026 Paraoptometric of the Year Melonie Carlson |
