Optometry's Meeting™

About Optometry's Meeting

Seattle, WA plays host to Optometry's Meeting 2008

Register online today for the premier optometric event of the year! Optometry's Meeting will take place June 25-29, 2008 in Seattle, Washington. With nearly 200 hours of world-class continuing education for optometrists, paraoptometrics, and optometry students; inspiring and entertaining celebrity speakers; fun-filled events; and a top-notch exhibit hall, Optometry's Meeting™ is the place where the optometric profession comes together.

Event Highlights

Jay Leno will be hosting the Presidential Celebration

The Presidential Celebration will be hosted by Jay Leno

Optometry's Meeting™ always puts together a star-studded line-up and outstanding social events for attendees, and 2008 will be one of the best line-ups ever! Hightlights include the Opening General session with keynote speaker Christopher Gardner, owner and CEO of Gardner Rich and subject of the acclaimed motion picture "The Pursuit of Happyness", and the Presidential Celebration hosted by Jay Leno.

And AOSA members have plenty to do as well, including the AOSA General Session, featuring mindreader Robert Channing and the Varilux Optometry Super Bowl XVII and Reception.

New Technology & Product Showcase Theater

Get a chance to sample the latest in ophthalmic technology! Join us in the Exhibit Hall on Thursday and Friday when four companies will conduct a total of five presentations on their latest advances in ophthalmic products and technology.

CooperVision: Current Trends in Contact Lens Materials, Design and Modality
Alcon: A New Option in Management of Dry Eye Disease
Shamir Insight: Freeform and You: Shamir Autograph® and Direct Lens Technology®
Vistakon: The Latest in Toric Technology
Vistakon: Mythbusters: Myths vs. Reality When Fitting Kids in Contact Lenses

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Where to Stay

The Sheraton Seattle is the headquarter hotel for Optometry's Meeting 2008

Book your hotel room today using our online reservation system. Stunning views of Seattle’s multiple landscapes, comfortable and elegant lodging, and convenience are what await attendees at each of the five properties serving as hosts to the 2008 Optometry’s Meeting™. Each hotel offers high-speed Internet access, restaurant(s), a smoke-free environment, and is conveniently located near the Washington State Convention and Trade Center (WSCTC). Attendees will want to choose one of the five hotels highlighted to ensure our room blocks are filled. The AOA and AOSA appreciate your support of your associations by using one of these selected properties.

Please visit the Optometry's Meeting™ official website for the most up-to-date information. Below is a gallery of some of the highlights from Optometry's Meeting™ 2007.

Future Dates and Locations

Year	Location	Date
2009	Washington, DC	June 24-28, 2009

2010	Orlando, FL	June 16-20, 2010

2011	Salt Lake City, UL	June 15-19, 2011

2012	Chicago IL	June 27-30, 2012