Order of St. Lucia

The highest honor bestowed by the Society, the Ancient Order recognizes individuals who have performed conspicuous, life-long service for or on behalf of military ophthalmology, and have achieved national or international prominence in the field of ophthalmology. The Ancient Order is reserved for an elite few whose careers have embodied the spirit, dignity, and sense of sacrifice and commitment epitomized by Saint Lucia. Award of the Honorable Order is not a prerequisite for receipt of the Ancient Order.

The Honorable Order of Saint Lucia recognizes those individuals who have demonstrated the highest standards of integrity and moral character; displayed an outstanding degree of professional competence; served military ophthalmology with selflessness; and contributed to the promotion of military ophthalmology in ways that stand out in the eyes of the recipient’s seniors, subordinates, and peers alike. Examples of individuals who might be considered include specialty leaders, department chairs, directors of residency programs, or civilians who have had significant impact on military ophthalmology.

The Society of Saint Lucia recognizes any individual whose status is other than that aforementioned, and who otherwise meets the above criteria. Examples of individuals who might be considered include board certified military ophthalmologists, individuals who have contributed significantly to military ophthalmology, such as fellowship preceptors who have demonstrated commitment to military fellows, or non-ophthalmic academic, adjunct, or support faculty (e.g., neuro-ophthalmologists, pathologists, radiologists, etc). Non-physicians who have contributed to military ophthalmology may also be considered, including long-term departmental staff such as clinic nurses and NCOs, or laboratory directors who have been instrumental in resident teaching and maturation or advancement of military ophthalmology.