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  • Thursday, November 30, 2023 12:57 PM | Nefos Login (Administrator)

    The maximum Section 179 deduction has increased for 2023. In addition to Section 179, there is still time to take advantage of bonus depreciation on large purchases that you can deduct from your business taxes. For 2023, the bonus deduction decreased from 100% to 80% on January 1 – and it will decrease even more next year.

     

    The 80% benefit applies to equipment you purchase and use during 2023, so buying a piece of equipment this year will allow you to deduct more from your taxes than waiting until next year.

     

    My team has created a Section 179 eBook to help you see your potential tax savings. Check it out and let me know if you have questions or are ready to get the equipment you need.

    Please reach out to let me know if I can help with any equipment needs.

    Thank you

    Jessica Evans | Senior Vice President | Commercial Division

    North Florida | First Citizens Bank

    FCB Mail Code: FCB+716 | 13860 Old Saint Augustine Road | Jacksonville, Florida 32258

     

    904.394.2281   phone

    904.377.4955   cell

    984.867.3428 fax

  • Thursday, October 19, 2023 6:15 PM | Nefos Login (Administrator)



    Click for flyer: Oct19.pdf
    Program Code: 10705

    Thursday October 19, 2023

    The Capital Grille
    5197 Big Island Drive
    Jacksonville, FL 32246

    Join Dompé and Dr. Timothy J Poirier, for an interactive, problem- based learning promotional program. This small-group forum will provide an opportunity for an open and real-world discussion facilitated by Dr. Poirier.  

    OXERVATE® (cenegermin-bkbj) ophthalmic solution 0.002% (20 mcg/mL) is indicated for the treatment of neurotrophic keratitis.  

      

    Space is very limited so register early at: 

    https://www.pharmethodportal.com/dompe/register


  • Friday, September 22, 2023 12:07 AM | Nefos Login (Administrator)

    As Optometrists and members of NEFOS you are eligible for a few special offers. Included below and attached are details around our residential mortgage program (which include no down payment on certain sizes and no PMI), our Optometry practice lending options, and special deposit rates.. In order to access the specials, I need to be contacted directly via the contact information listed below. Please let me know how I can help!

     

    Deposit Specials

     

    • 5% APY 11 month CD (personal accounts only)
    • 4.76% APY 7 month CD (business or personal)
    • 4% money market account (business or personal) ** Money market rate will be locked in for 6 months!!***

     

    I sincerely hope these offerings show how much First Citizens values our Optometry clients, and hope this can share our “vision” with the appreciation we hold for NEFOS and its members. NEFOS is a very important organization, and we are thankful to be able to participate with you all.

     

    Sincerely,


    Jessica Evans | Senior Vice President | Commercial Division

    North Florida | First Citizens Bank

    FCB Mail Code: FCB+716 | 13860 Old Saint Augustine Road | Jacksonville, Florida 32258

     

    904.394.2281   phone

    904.377.4955   cell

    984.867.3428 fax


  • Tuesday, September 12, 2023 6:30 PM | Nefos Login (Administrator)

    NON NEFOS EVENT, please contact SJEA at mmarkland.sjea@gmail.com for any questions or follow up for CE credit


    Click the link to view flyer and register: 9.12 In person CE - Dr. Price (1).pdf

    Why Myopia Matters
    September 12, 2023

    Join Dr. Samantha Price of St. Johns Eye Associates
      

    A free Wine and Dine, CE Event:​

    Why Myopia Matters

     

    Restaurant Medure

    818 A1A N, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

    6:15 PM PST

    Event to begin promptly at 6:30 PM


    Hosted by Treehouse Eyes

  • Wednesday, July 12, 2023 6:41 PM | Nefos Login (Administrator)

    Dear Fellow LSPs,


    I hope you are all well!


    CFSOP is sponsoring the HIV/AIDS Course on August 20th. We have 15 spots available for any optometrist who needs it for their first biennium renewal.


    Would you be able to share this event with your new grads to see if they would be interested in attending? It's a free event and I know many of the new grads could benefit!


    Thank you so much and I look forward to seeing you all soon at our next RBD meeting. 


    I attached the invite and the RSVP link is: https://www.punchbowl.com/parties/b4bfc2ef674fdd4920c4


    Kind regards,

    Betty Wang OD 

  • Monday, October 04, 2021 3:36 PM | Nefos Login (Administrator)

    Good day NEFOS members,

    NEFOS has had many inquiries regarding our continuing battle with COVID-19. We understand the impact it is having on our lives, professionally and personally. We have started in person meeting for CE credits. Rest assured that your board members are working diligently on a daily basis to help and support our members by providing safe meeting environments.

    We will take every precaution by providing a safe venue and modified format to protect our members who wish to attend our meetings. We will follow the same guidelines we all are using in our offices, requiring the use of face masks and social distancing.

    We understand some of you still may not be comfortable attending; however, we will do our best to provide every opportunity for our members to obtain the required hours for licensure. As of now, we have a few meetings scheduled for the upcoming year including Fall Fest, a one-day CE seminar offering eight hours in October. We are in communication with the Florida Board of Optometry and the Florida Department of Health, as they are aware of the ongoing challenges we are facing. Discussions are ongoing on how NEFOS will provide educational hours safely and efficiently.

    Below are some guidelines we will be following.

    • As per CDC recommendations, we require masks be worn by all attendees and staff.

    • We will provide individual water bottles or plastic cups for beverages.

    • Hand sanitizer should be used as frequently as possible. Group or individual hand sanitizer is mandatory.

    • Social distancing will be maintained during each meeting/lecture with the appropriate seating arrangement. Please do not reorganize chairs as they are arranged for your safety.

    • Per CDC guidelines, any attendee who has had a fever, chills, or cough within two weeks of the event, or who has been in contact with a known COVID19 positive person, will not be permitted entrance or will be asked to leave.

    By attending any NEFOS sponsored event you understand the risk of coming into contact with COVID and acknowledge that NEFOS cannot guarantee or be held liable for any infections. 

    Our goal is to provide a safe and healthy environment in which to conduct continuing education for our members and our attendees. We appreciate your cooperation. Dates and registration for upcoming meetings and Fall Fest are available on the NEFOS website http://nefloridaoptometry.net

    I want to thank our new board members for their help, support and ideas as we make appropriate changes. And a special thank you, to our Past President, Christen Russell, OD. She continues to be involved and is helping to support me in my new role.

     

    Be safe!

    Warmest regards,

    Jacob Hodges, O.D. 

    NEFOS President 2021-2022

  • Tuesday, August 18, 2020 4:00 PM | Deleted user

    Good afternoon NEFOS members,

    NEFOS has had many inquiries regarding our continuing battle with COVID-19. We understand the impact it is having on our lives, professionally and personally. As we continue to hope for online or live virtual CE, your board members are working diligently, on a daily basis, to help and support our members by providing safe meeting environments.

    We will take every precaution by providing a safe venue and modified format to protect our members who wish to attend our meetings. We will follow the same guidelines we all are using in our offices, requiring the use of face masks and social distancing. At this time, we will not host any dinner meetings.

    We understand some of you still may not be comfortable attending; however, we will do our best to provide every opportunity for our members to obtain the required hours for licensure. As of now, we have meetings scheduled for September, November and a two-day Fall Fest in October. We are in communication with the Florida Board of Optometry and the Florida Department of Health, as they are aware of the ongoing challenges we are facing. I have sent a certified letter to the board representing you, our members, regarding this issue and will keep you up to date on any information I receive. Discussions and zoom meetings are ongoing on how NEFOS will provide educational hours safely and efficiently.

    Below are some guidelines we will be following.

    • As per CDC recommendations, we require masks be worn by all attendees and staff.
    • We will provide individual water bottles or plastic cups for beverages.
    • Hand sanitizer should be used as frequently as possible. Group or individual hand sanitizer is mandatory.
    • Temperature checks upon arrival with forehead scanners.
    • Social distancing will be maintained during each meeting/lecture with the appropriate seating arrangement. Please do not reorganize chairs as they are arranged for your safety.
    • Restaurant held meetings have been cancelled at this time.
    • Per CDC guidelines, any attendee who has had a fever, chills, or cough within two weeks of the event, or who has been in contact with a known COVID19 positive person, will not be permitted entrance or will be asked to leave.

    Our goal is to provide a safe and healthy environment in which to conduct continuing education for our members and our attendees. We appreciate your cooperation. Dates and registration for upcoming meetings and Fall Fest are available on the NEFOS website http://nefloridaoptometry.net

    I want to thank our new board members for their help, support and ideas as we make appropriate changes. And a special thank you, to our Past President, Todd Hockett. He continues to be involved and is helping to support me in my new role.


    Be safe!

    Warmest regards,

    Christen Russell, O.D. 
    NEFOS President 2020-2021


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