Dr. Hickson Dr. Hickson joined Associated Eye Care in 2003. She received her Doctor of Optometry degree from The Ohio State University College of Optometry. She also completed a pediatric fellowship and obtained a master’s degree in vision science at The Ohio State University College of Optometry. Dr. Hickson has been involved in research concerning both preschool, school age vision disorders, and concussion related visual defects.

Since joining Associated Eye Care, she has focused on pediatric care. Dr. Hickson is currently a member of the Minnesota and American Optometric Associations, a candidate fellow of the American Academy of Optometry, and a Diplomat of the American Board of Optometry. She enjoys lecturing at various meetings and being involved in the community.

Dr. Hickson and her husband enjoy spending time with their three boys, participating in community and school services and flying small airplanes.

Certifications:

• National Board of Examiners in Optometry, 2001
• American Board of Optometry 2012

Residencies:

• Pediatric Optometry

Education:

• O.D., The Ohio State University College of Optometry, 2001;
• M.S., Pediatric and Binocular Vision Fellowship and Masters in Vision Science, 2003

“You’ll Shoot Your Eye Out!”: Toy Safety

Ann M. Hickson, O.D.

In the 1983 holiday classic, A Christmas Story, 9-year-old Ralphie only has one thing on his mind: opening up a Red Ryder Carbine Action 200-Shot Range Model air rifle on Christmas morning. His mother, teacher, and even the Santa Claus…

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