The AAO’s annual meeting will take place Sept. 30 to Oct. 3 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is required for all those registering for in-person attendance, and additional specific safety protocols may be announced closer to the meeting. All decisions will be based on best practices as recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and mandates from both the State of Illinois and City of Chicago.
Those who are not vaccinated can still join virtually. For more information on the virtual meeting, refer to the AAO 2022 website (tinyurl.com/2p8pmzhp )
HIGHLIGHTS
This year’s show will include:
- Subspecialty Day (Sept. 30-Oct. 1)Subspecialty Day will consist of eight meetings divided across different subspecialties, including glaucoma, pediatric ophthalmology, refractive surgery, retina, uveitis, cornea and oculofacial plastic surgery. For detailed information on the events of each meeting, refer to the AAO 2022 website (tinyurl.com/2p8jnzre ).
- AAO 2022 Opening Session (Sept. 30, 5-6:30 p.m.)
Scott Turlow will give the 2022 Michael F. Marmor Lecture in Ophthalmology and the Arts, titled “The Doctor’s Son: Medicine in My Novels.” Gerrit R.J. Melles, MD, PhD, will deliver the 79th Edward Jackson Memorial Lecture, titled “How Would Nature See Our Corneal Triumphs?” - Named Lectures
Seventeen named lectures will take place over the course of the AAO 2022 annual meeting. For a full list of Named Lectures, see the AAO 2022 website (tinyurl.com/y6apcm4k ). - Sessions
During AAO 2022 look for a variety of sessions on hot topics such as: artificial intelligence, gene therapy, surgical keratoplasty, pars plana vitrectomy, congenital glaucoma, gonioscopy, monoclonal antibody treatments and myopia. - Skills Transfer Labs
This year’s meeting will feature many returning, hands-on learning opportunities. New in 2022, “Learn to Utilize and Integrate a 3D Digital Visualization System in High Volume Surgery Centers,” will help attendees understand the benefits and implementation of a digital visualization setup in their clinic. Attendees can purchase Skills Transfer lab tickets when registering for AAO 2022. The AAO strongly recommends that attendees also attend the Skills Transfer didactic lecture, included within the AAO 2022 meeting registration.
ADDITIONAL LEARNING EXPERIENCES
In-person registration also includes access to several non-CME educational options:
- Stop the Bleed course, cosponsored by the American College of Surgeons, which will teach attendees three quick actions to prevent a death from bleeding.
- Learning Lounge where attendees can enjoy informal group discussions facilitated by key opinion leaders. New topics begin every 15 minutes.
- Technology Pavilion where colleagues and industry representatives talk about the latest technology trends and new tools for use in your practice.
- Industry Showcase Theater where companies give 30-minute talks about their latest products and services.
AAOE PRACTICE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM
The American Academy of Ophthalmic Executives (AAOE) includes expert-led courses, in-person networking with peers and valuable takeaways that can be immediately implemented in your practice. The program includes: 70+ in-person, livestream and on-demand courses, Friday master classes and coding sessions, Practice Management Leadership Summit, Conversations With the Experts, AAOE General Session, AAOE Member Reception and AAOE Lounge. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/2s3ba9rj .
CLOSING SESSION
In the Closing Session on Oct. 3 at 3:45-5 p.m., Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pulitzer Prize-winning author and presidential historian, examines the leadership triumphs, trials and tribulations of the men and women who have shaped this nation, culled from her lifetime examination of the US presidency. Ms. Goodwin will speak about her seventh book, Leadership in Turbulent Times.
In addition, incoming Academy president, Daniel J. Briceland, MD, will lay out his vision for 2023 and beyond.
A VIEW OF THE SHOW FLOOR
Below you will find an AAO booth preview to help you find your way around the show floor. We have invited advertisers to submit a brief company or product intro along with their booth number.
— Lisa K. Feulner, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Editor
ALCON
Alcon helps people see brilliantly. As a global leader in eye care, the company offers a broad portfolio of surgical and vision-care products and serves more than 260 million people in more than 140 countries living with conditions like cataracts, glaucoma, retinal diseases and refractive errors.
Booth #3926
BAUSCH + LOMB
Bausch + Lomb is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world. Its comprehensive portfolio of more than 400 products includes contact lenses, lens-care products, eye-care products, ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter products and ophthalmic surgical devices and instruments. Founded in 1853, Bausch + Lomb has a significant global research and development, manufacturing and commercial footprint with more than 12,000 employees and a presence in nearly 100 countries.
Booth #4844
COFI
CoFi improves your patient’s payment experience for premium IOL cataract procedures, LASIK/PRK and other elective procedures. In a single payment event, your patient makes separate payments to a combination of your practice plus the ASC or the co-managing optometrist, or all three, at one time. Each party separately charges and collects directly from the patient. CoFi is like putting each party’s card reader and check deposit app right at your front desk. More than 1,000 practices use CoFi today.
Booth #1934
COMPULINK HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS
Compulink Healthcare Solutions is ophthalmology’s fast all-in-one solution for the entire office workflow, including EHR, practice management, E-Prescribing, ASC integration and a patient portal. Compulink’s Advantage SMART Practice is built from the ground up to improve a business all while being completely customizable to make it more efficient.
Booth #4835
EYEMD EMR
EyeMD EMR is an ophthalmic EMR designed to maximize practice efficiency. Solutions include practice management, imaging and optical, solely dedicated to serving the ophthalmologist. EyeMD EMR also prides itself on its product support and technology.
Booth #4162
IMPRIMISRX/HARROW
Harrow and its affiliate ImprimisRx are focused on the development, production, sale and distribution of innovative ophthalmic prescription medications that are accessible and affordable. These pharmaceutical products are used in the United States in ophthalmic surgical procedures and in chronic eye-care markets, such as dry eye disease, glaucoma, allergies and infections.
Booth #4416
IVERIC BIO
Iveric Bio is a science-driven biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of novel treatment options for retinal diseases with significant unmet medical needs. The company is currently developing both therapeutic product candidates for age-related retinal diseases and gene therapy product candidates for orphan inherited retinal diseases. For more information on the company, please visit www.ivericbio.com .
Booth #2050
LUMIBIRD MEDICAL
With the union of Ellex and Quantel Medical, Lumibird Medical is at the forefront of the ophthalmic medical field with anterior segment lasers, retina lasers and advanced ultrasound imaging technology for the diagnosis and treatment of the four main causes of blindness: cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and AMD.
Booth #3845
NEW WORLD MEDICAL
New World Medical’s product portfolio includes its flagship devices, the glaucoma drainage device, the Ahmed Glaucoma Valve; the newest valveless glaucoma drainage device, the Ahmed ClearPath; KDB GLIDE, which is used for excisional goniotomy; and the newest member of its innovative portfolio, the STREAMLINE Surgical System.
Booth #2950
NEXTECH
Simplify excellent patient care with Nextech’s ophthalmology-specific EHR and practice management solution. IntelleChartPRO’s intuitive single-page layout and time-saving charting features allow you to spend more time with patients. Reduce administrative burdens, improve performance and optimize financial performance with an all-in-one practice management.
Booth #2309
OCUSOFT INC.
Since 1986 OCuSOFT, most recognized for its doctor-recommended brand of eyelid cleansers, has served the ophthalmic community with a unique selection of proprietary brands including OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Eyelid Cleansers and OCuSOFT Thermal 1-Touch Localized Heat Therapy. Visit the OCuSOFT booth to learn more.
Booth #1920
REGENER-EYES
Regener-Eyes is a first-in-class ophthalmic solution used to relieve dryness of the eye. Its patented technology is trademarked and formulated under the principle to “follow the science,” which is the single most important standard of the company. Regener-Eyes truly is the power of science in the ease of an eyedrop.
Booth #1021
REICHERT TECHNOLOGIES/AMETEK
AMETEK Reichert brings American innovation to glaucoma, tonometry and refraction devices like Ocular Response Analyzer G3 with Corneal Hysteresis and IOPcc, Tono-Pen AVIA featuring Quick-Tap and Phoroptor VRx Digital Refraction System, the most advanced Phoroptor ever. This year brings 100 years of the evolution of the Phoroptor Refracting Instrument!
Booth #3857
RXSIGHT
The Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) from RxSight is the first and only IOL that can be adjusted after cataract surgery. Patients can test drive their vision, allowing for custom, LASIK-like refractive precision and accuracy.
Booth #1720
TOPCON HEALTHCARE
Topcon Healthcare sees eye health differently. Our vision is to empower providers with smart, value-driven and efficient technologies for enhanced care. Keeping pace with the ever-changing landscape of the health-care industry, Topcon Healthcare offers the latest integrated solutions including advanced multimodal imaging, vendor-neutral data management and remote diagnostic technology.
Booth #4244
ZIEMER USA
Ziemer USA has femtosecond lasers and diagnostic devices to take your refractive and cataract practice to new heights. The FEMTO LDV Z8 offers multiple procedures in one platform to provide a seamless procedure for you and your patients. The Galilei G6 is the all-in-one option for your surgical planning needs.
Booth #2415
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