Introducing the all-new Summits—a series of free CE accredited programs designed to give a brief synopsis of the hottest issues on a broad spectrum of essential topics in eye care in a one-hour format. Join us in an interactive learning environment, where you can engage with peers, hear real-world cases, and gain practical skills to enhance patient care.
EDUCATION
Unlock a world of knowledge with Vision Expo Education.
You’ll hear firsthand from leading experts across optometry, opticianry, and business as they share their professional experience with real-world examples and accreditation opportunities. With a broad range of subjects, Vision Expo can help set every member of your team up for success.
Education at Vision Expo
Select from an extensive catalog of accredited optometric, opticianry, and business education spanning subjects from disease management and practice expansion, to lens innovation and business management. Enhance your learning with real-world experience with the industry’s leading exhibitors in medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and technology.
With world-renowned experts at the helm of every session, Vision Expo delivers an unmatched learning journey, tailored to every team role.
For Doctors
At Vision Expo you will discover courses specifically developed to immerse you in the most cutting-edge developments for better patient care. Learn from the most knowledgeable experts in the field of optometry as they unveil leading-edge technology and the latest trends in the diagnosis and treatment of common eye diseases and business growth.
For Opticians & Allied Health Professionals
Unlock a world of knowledge and growth with the OptiCon @ Vision Expo education package. Dive into six key areas of education, including optical technology, allied health, contact lens, practice management and business solutions, and ABO and NCLE basic, advanced, and practical exam review courses. Designed to empower Opticians, Contact Lens Professionals, Allied Ophthalmic Professionals, Optical Assistants and Office Managers, Frame Buyers, and Lab Technicians, this comprehensive education package is your gateway to professional advancement and success.
For Other Industry Professionals
Professionals working in corporate management, service providers and others who are invited to experience Vision Expo’s world-class education program.
Education Planning Committee (EPC)
Marc Bloomenstein
OD, FAAO
EPC Chairman
Scottsdale, AZ
Mark Dunbar
OD, FAAO
Miami, FL
Steve Ferrucci
OD, FAAO
North Hills, CA
Shalu Pal
OD, FAAO, FSLS, FBCLA, FIAOMC
Toronto, Canada
Jessilin Quint
OD, MBA, MS, FAAO
Oakland, ME
OptiCon Advisory Board
Lanard C. Atkins, LDO, ABOC, NCLEC
OptiCon Advisory Board Co-Chair
Owner, Timeless EYEdentity
Phernell Walker, MBA, ABOM, NCLEC
OptiCon Advisory Board Co-Chair
Pure Optics, LLC
Bob Alexander, ABOM, NCLEM
Director, Member Education, United Opticians Association
Tina Palumbo
ABO-NCLE Board Public Member
Foerster & Hayes LTD
Carri Rivera, FCLSA, NCLEM, ABOC
Global Director of Sales, Bausch + Lomb, Specialty Vision Products
Michael Vitale, ABOM
Vice President, Membership, Government Relations & Technical Affairs, The Vision Council
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