2027 Conference Details

Optometry's Meeting is the premier annual event for AOA & AOSA members, powered by four days of industry-renowned education, innovative and future-looking conversations, career development and leadership opportunities. Welcoming of optometrists, paraoptometric professionals and optometry students alike, the 130th Annual AOA Congress & 59th Annual AOSA Conference: Optometry's Meeting aims to make an impact for our profession.

Optometry's Meeting

June 16-19, 2027
Boston, Massachusetts | Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center

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Why Attend Optometry's Meeting?

Continuing Education & Professional Development

• Industry-renowned continuing education: Advance your clinical knowledge with hundreds of hours of CE and professional development courses, covering topics like surgical advancements, systemic diseases, functional vision, billing and coding, laser procedures and more. Earn AOA CE Hours, CEE/TQ, COPE or CPC credits.
  
  
• Integrated learning for the whole care team: Benefit from integrated continuing education courses for doctors of optometry and paraoptometric professinals, focusing on team-based, coordinated care to improve patient outcomes and practice efficiency. Interested in paraoptometric or practice staff CE—scroll down!
  
  
• Cutting-edge workshops: Get interactive with hands-on workshop opportunities, for doctors, students and paraoptometric professionals, in topics ranging from surgical and laser procedures, to neurologic screenings, VR/VT, contact lens fittings, injections, OCT and more.
  
  

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Paraoptometric Professionals & Practice Staff

• Tailored continuing education: Paraoptometrics can earn over 30 CPC and AOA-approved CE credits with courses designed to strengthen both clinical and professional skills, like billing and coding mastery, surgical assistance, excellence in patient service, systemic disease overview and more.
  
  
• Advanced skill development: Participate in focused workshops, such as the Optometric Surgical Assisting* hands-on session to strengthen your clinical skills. *Attend the four-hour, hands-on workshop at Optometry's Meeting and complete lecture-based content on AOA EyeLearn to receive an AOA microcredential in Optometric Surgical Assisting!
  
  
• Networking and recognition: Attend the complimentary Paraoptometric Appreciation Luncheon and the Paraoptometric Connection Breakfast to celebrate your invaluable contributions and network with peers and industry leaders.

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Leadership & Advocacy Opportunities

• Shape the future of optometry: Attend the House of Delegates to join optometry's leaders in key governance discussions, receive updates from the AOA Board of Trustees, and participate in the election and installation of the new AOA Board. Open to all members—come celebrate the accomplishments of the AOA, AOSA and Hall of Fame honorees or gain insight into your association.
  
  
• Find your community: Spark powerful connections with industry experts and peers, driving mentorships and partnerships that are crucial for advancing your career and influencing the direction of the optometric profession. Or, attend an Optometry's Meeting tradition: the Alumni Receptions where you can reconnect with classmates. Wear your school colors and show your school pride!
  
  
• Celebrate the profession's luminaries: Help us recognize those advocates, leaders and visionaries who have generously given their time, talent and passion to advance our profession. The National Optometry Hall of Fame Induction & AOA Advocacy Awards is our opportunity to recognize these luminaries' contributions.

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Eye Care Square Exhibit Hall

• Discover innovative technologies & practice solutions: Explore Eye Care Square, the immersive exhibit hall with over 100 exhibitors, to discover the latest products, technologies, and business solutions that can drive your practice success. Don't forget to check out the EYETalks stage in the Eye Care Square with hot-topic discussions on cutting-edge products.
  
  
• Recruit your future team: Engage with the next generation of optometrists at the AOA+ Career Fair to scout top talent, explore professional partnerships, and find your practice's next associate doctor or partner.
• Interact with clinical researchers: Join colleauges in the Eye Care Square for our in-person Poster Session, showcasing unique clinical cases and innovative research. Presenters will be available to discuss their work, answer questions and engage in dialogue with attendees. Posters will be displayed in front of the Eye Care Square, offering an excellent opportunity to network and exchange ideas.

Eye Care Square Schedule

• Wednesday, June 16
• Thursday, June 17
• Friday, June 18

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Special Events & Innovative Programming

• A high-energy kickoff: Start your conference experience on an inspirational note at the AOA Experience: Opening General Session with our keynote address, followed by the Eye Care Square Opening Reception, featuring Boston-inspired bites and drinks, to ignite your energy and connect with colleagues.
  
  
• The Innovation Hub: The future of optometry is driven by innovation—where cutting-edge technology and forward-thinking solutions redefine eye care. Participate in the AOA Innovation Hub, a multi-day program that spotlights industry innovators and disruptors in the clinical, scientific, technology and business fields that look to advance eye health and vision care.
  
  
• The Vision Rehabilitation, Vision Therapy & Sports Performance Mini-Exhibit Hall: Check out this unique opportunity to connect with industry representatives, doctors, optometric staff and future doctors of optometry during a focused, mini-exhibit hall. Check out the latest innovations and resources in vision rehab, low vision, vision therapy, and sports and performance vision. Have a chance to engage with exhibitors and explore how these products and services support your care. Meet the AOA Vision Rehabilitation Committee, Vision Therapy Taskforce, and Sports & Performance Vision Committee to discuss the impact of these evolving areas of practice.
  
  
• An unforgettable closing party: Conclude the meeting at the Celebration of Optometry closing party, a ticketed event with great music from a lively local cover band, delicious bites, and a vibrant atmosphere for one last night of fun and connection. Be sure to bring both your conference badge and a photo ID!
  
  
• Support The AOA Foundation: Participate in the AOA Foundation 5K, a 3.1-mile run—or choose the "Sleep In" option—to support the Foundation's work, enjoy a morning workout, and earn a performance T-shirt and medal (ticketed event).

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Explore Boston, Our Host City

• A city where history and innovation come together: Experience Boston, a vibrant destination where cobblestone streets, historic landmarks and picturesque waterfront views are complemented by a thriving culinary scene, renowned cultural attractions, and world-leading innovation. Attendees are encouraged to discover our host city's unique neighborhoods, fresh New England seafood, scenic Harborwalk, and countless opportunities to experience the unmistakable charm of one of America's most iconic cities
  
  
• Convenient waterfront location: Most Optometry's Meeting events and programming will take place at the Thomas M. Menino Convention & Exhibition Center, a modern venue situated in the city's vibrant Seaport District. Located just a short drive from Boston Logan International Airport, the convention center is surrounded by official hotels within easy walking distance, along with waterfront dining, shopping, and entertainment—making it easy to get to sessions and explore the best of Boston.

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