The Board


The Florida Board of Opticianry plays a leading role in the ever-changing health care environment through dialogue with the public, the legislature, academia, and the community.  The Board consists of seven members appointed by the Governor and confirmed by the Senate. Five members are licensed opticians and two members are laypersons. Despite the expiration of their term, Board members continue to serve until they have been replaced.

Are you a current or new board member? Helpful resources and information pertinent to your position are available on the new Division of Medical Quality Assurance (MQA) board member website.

If you are interested in becoming a board member, the site contains material that provides insight into the duties and responsibilities of the role. To view the site, please visit flhealthsource.gov/board-members.

Members of the Board

Paul Wilford
Chair
Tallahassee, FL

Term Ends:
10/31/2025
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Jeffrey Taylor
ABO Master Optician Vice-Chair
Deerfield Beach

Term Ends:
10/31/2022
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Vacant


Term Ends:

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Yvonne Schloss
Optician
Osprey, FL

Term Ends:
10/31/2023
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Irene Stavros
RDH
Miami, FL

Term Ends:
10/31/2022
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Vacant


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Vacant


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After the expiration of their term, board members can continue to serve until they have been replaced, reappointed, or resign.


Organizational Structure of the Board

The Department of Health's Division of Medical Quality Assurance serves as the principle administrative support unit for the Board. The Board is supported by a full-time professional staff based in Tallahassee, and its regulatory functions are funded in full by fees paid by its licensees. Board members are appointed by the Governor and subject to confirmation by the Senate. Unless filling a vacancy, members of the Board generally serve two four-year terms. To learn more about becoming a member of the Board, visit the Governor’s Appointments Office website or email appointments@eog.myflorida.com.

Board Staff

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Legal Counsel

Ronald “Tom” Jones
Assistant Attorney General
(850) 414-3799
Ronald.Jones@myfloridalegal.com