S.D. Admin. R. 20:50:04:05

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 57, November 12, 2024
Section 20:50:04:05 - Use of word "doctor."

No optometrist, when using the title of "doctor" in advertising, may qualify it in any way other than by the use of the word "optometrist." When not using the title, optometrists may use after their names the letters "O.D." or the word "optometrist," or both. Approved listings include Dr. John Doe, Optometrist; John Doe, O.D., Optometrist; John Doe, Optometrist; and John Doe, O.D.

S.D. Admin. R. 20:50:04:05

SL 1975, ch 16; 49 SDR 012, effective 8/14/2022

General Authority: SDCL 36-7-15(2).

Law Implemented: SDCL 36-7-15(2).