Optometry's Meeting

Join the profession's brightest minds in Phoenix, June 17-20, as we look ahead to optometry's innovative future. From 300+ hours of premier CE to exclusive networking opportunities and business solutions, discover everything you need to elevate your practice and career at Optometry's Meeting.

June 17 - 20, 2026
6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Mountain
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix, Arizona

Lowest registration rates available through Wednesday, March 31.

The 129th Annual AOA Congress & 58th Annual AOSA Conference: Optometry’s Meeting unites the profession’s leaders to advance optometry for an impactful conference experience that promotes continued practice success and job-readiness skills for every stage of attendees’ career.

Powered by four days of industry-renowed, continuing education (CE) and professional development for doctors of optometry, paraoptometric professionals and office staff, Optometry's Meeting offers premier networking and leadership opportunities, as well as access to the latest clinical tech and innovation, hundreds of industry exhibitors in the Eye Care Square exhibit hall, and engaging special events and networking opportunities with the profession's leaders.

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What to Expect at Optometry's Meeting

And if you're a student or new grad, Phoenix is the place to be. Why?

Experience AOA+ in Phoenix

AOA+ is the premier event designed specifically for optometry students and new doctors—with over 2,000 attendees anticipated in Phoenix for this dynamic, early-career-defining opportunity! Here's what you can expect from AOA+ 2026:

✅ Career Acceleration. Gain practical skills in practice management, career planning, professional development and much more. 

Leadership Cultivation. Discover pathways to lead, influence and chart the future of your new profession. 

Advocacy Amplified. Learn how you can get involved and effectively advocate for your profession and your patients. 

✅ Build Community. Forge critical relationships within the profession, your affiliate and the AOA that will last your entire optometric career. 

The AOA+ experience is so formative for optometry students and new doctors that AOA and affiliates have made this opportunity accessible for you. Register for Optometry's Meeting and secure your AOA+ Travel Grant to attend the meeting for free.

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Discover Optometry's Future in Phoenix: Registration is now open