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The American Academy of Ophthalmology ("AAO") and its associated organizations American Academy of Ophthalmic Executives (“AAOE”) and International Society for Refractive Surgery (“ISRS) draw your attention to this Medical Disclaimer. By using these sites or their services you agree to be bound by Medical Disclaimer set forth below.
BY USING THESE WEBSITES, www.aao.org, www.aao.org/isrs and www.aao.org/aaoe (collectively referred to here as “Website”) YOU ARE AGREEING THAT YOU HAVE READ THE MEDICAL DISCLAIMER, UNDERSTAND IT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY IT. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE, YOU MAY NOT USE THESE WEBSITES AND YOU MAY NOT REGISTER AS A USER.
1. DISCLAIMER OF MEDICAL LIABILITY: You understand and agree that AAO does Not Provide Medical Advice or Endorsements.
A. This Website Does Not Provide Medical Advice. Unless explicitly stated otherwise, all content on this website is the opinion or information of its author, not the AAO. This website is not a substitute for medical advice. Always contact your own eye doctor or other professional healthcare provider if you have a question concerning your or your family's health.
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