ONLINE REGISTRATION HAS CLOSED. YOU MAY REGISTER ONSITE AT DISNEY’S Grand Floridian RESORT DURING THE FOA CONVENTION JULY 19-22.

BE OUR GUEST

The Florida Optometric Association invites you to be our guest at the 116th Annual Convention. Join us for a weekend of continuing education and social affairs at FOA's Annual Convention Thursday, July 19 through Sunday, July 22. Experience Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa's elegant atmosphere with views of Disney's iconic fireworks every night at the FOA-discounted rate of just $199 per night. 

A link to access the room block will be contained in your email confirmation after registering for the convention.

Overflow rooms are also available at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge and Disney's Coronado Springs Resort. 

REGISTRATION DESCRIPTIONS AND RATES

FOA Member Ticket - Includes awards gala and welcome reception, exhibit hall, legislative brunch, membership/delegate meetings, evening hospitality suites and education (must be a dues paying member for 6 months).  You must log in to your FOA account to receive reduced pricing.

AOA Member Ticket - Includes awards gala and welcome reception, evening  hospitality suites, exhibit hall and education

Optometry Student/Resident Education - Includes education and exhibit hall. Must be a student member of the FOA.

Non-member of FOA or AOA - Includes education, awards gala and welcome reception, evening hospitality suites and exhibit hall.

OP/Optician Education - Includes OP/Optician education and exhibit hall (ODs not eligible). OP/Optician Courses are CPC approved. 

Social - Includes awards gala and welcome reception, exhibit hall, and evening hospitality suites (If you are a member, it also includes legislative lunch and business/delegate meetings.)

Banquet - Access to the "Be Our Guest" banquet.  

Exhibit Hall - complimentary access to the exhibit hall only

Online Registration closes Sunday, July 8 at 11:59PM, Any registrations after that must be completed onsite at the Annual Convention Registration Desk.

2018 Convention SPONSORS

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CONVENTION SCHEDULE

YOUR CHANCE TO EARN $50

Advanced Multifocal Fit Training Program

This program is sponsored by Alcon Vision Care. Offered Thursday, July 19 at 1:00PM, 2:00PM, 3:20PM, and 4:20PM.

Program Overview
This exciting program provides a unique opportunity to learn more about Alcon’s innovative multifocal contact lens portfolio and how to personalize the multifocal fit to improve our presbyopic patient outcomes. With a focus on expert discussions around the unique needs of today’s presbyopic patients and the opportunity that this presents for us as eye care professionals and our practices, and featuring live patient fitting, this program is designed to maximize your efficiency and success with Alcon multifocal contact lenses.

The Florida Optometric Association will provide $50 Disney gift cards to optometrists who attend the Advanced Multifocal Fit Training Program. This program does not earn continuing education credits. One gift card max per person.  

WHAT TO WEAR

• Convention Session and Exhibit Hall Attire: Business Casual
• Awards Gala/Welcome Reception Attire: Cocktail
• Banquet Attire: Formal (Floor Length Gowns, Tuxedos and Suits)

AWARD WINNERS

Young Optometrist of the Year Award

Chung T. To O.D., F.A.A.O

Outstanding Local Society Member

Hang H. Thai O.D.

Florida’s Optometrist of the Year Award

Kevin L. Henne O.D.

Edward K. Walker, O.D., Optometrist of the Decade Award

Emilio H. Balius O.D.

Frank A. Broome, Sr., O.D., Lifetime Achievement Award

Donald P. Humphrey O.D.

Lenny Cherdack Student Legislative Award 

Sara Rasekhi

Cancellation Policy: $50 administrative charge before 6/29/2018; No refunds will be given after 6/29/2018.
The list of convention attendees will be shared with exhibitors.

EXHIBITORS