Mission, Vision and Core Values

MISSION

The Academy is an internationally-recognized specialty society of ophthalmologists in the Philippines, that exists for the benefit and welfare of its members and the Filipino patients. It aims to ensure access to quality eye care, provided by its competent, qualified members. The Academy commits to continuously develop its members professionally through clinical education, research and practice management, in a collegial and harmonious environment, contributing to ethical, professional and compassionate practice. The Academy strives to sustain its commitment to its members and society by promoting growth of its membership and its assets, forging dynamic, relevant, current and innovative approaches to influence national and regional eye care.

VISION

The PAO will be the most admired medical society, recognized locally and internationally, as an exemplary professional development organization committed to the highest standards of patient care.

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE MISSION

To uphold the technical and ethical standards of ophthalmology as a profession.

MORAL/SOCIAL MISSION

To assume moral responsibility for the reduction and prevention of remediable blindness.

EDUCATIONAL MISSION

To lead in the information dissemination and public education on primary eye care and preventable eye disease.

MEMBERSHIP WELFARE

To protect and promote the professional needs of PAO Members and to ensure continuing medical education for PAO Members.

PAO CORE VALUES