Annual Meeting: American Academy of Ophthalmology

Annual Meeting

Chicago 2010

your connection to the world of ophthalmology

McCormick Place South. Photo courtesy Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau

Join the Academy in Chicago for our first Joint Meeting with the Middle East Africa Council of Ophthalmology (MEACO). The meeting will take place at McCormick Place from Oct. 16 to 19. It will be preceded by Subspecialty Day, Oct. 15 and 16.

Registration and Housing Open
Members and nonmembers may now register online and secure housing. Booking online is most efficient, with immediate confirmation provided.

For more information, view the Registration and Hotels and Travel pages.

Joint Meeting Brochure
The virtual Joint Meeting Brochure provides a quick overview to help maximize your time in Chicago, with highlights including:

New and noteworthy scientific sessions
MEACO Joint Sessions and free symposia exploring treatments and technologies from around the world
Interactive sessions for debating and exchanging ideas
An insider's guide to Chicago... and much more!

AAO Community
Join the Annual Meeting group in the Academy Online Community and contribute to advance discussions with your peers about sessions, events and programs and see how others are planning to get the most from the Joint Meeting.

2010 Academy Exhibit Plans
Purchase Academy products and pay membership dues at select ophthalmology meetings.

Special Events at the Meeting
Round out your itinerary with receptions, a fun run, alumni events, a gala and more.

2010 Program Information
Get the Joint Meeting information you need, in your choice of formats:

Virtual Advance Program - Online brochure contains registration, CME and general information plus Joint Meeting, Subspecialty Day and practice management program schedules at a glance.
Program Searches - The latest program information from the Academy's database. Access full abstracts, save items to your cart for later purchase.

More details at Program Information.

25^th Annual APAO Congress
The Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) Congress is a Joint Meeting with the Academy and will be held September 16 to 20 in Beijing. Delegates and speakers from all over the world will gather at the China National Convention Centre located near many Olympic venues in the heart of Beijing’s Olympic Green. Registration and housing are now open. Registration ends on Aug. 31.

Experience Chicago's Riches
While you're in Chicago, be sure to explore this energetic city's rich history, cultural diversity and abundance of things to do for every interest. Whether you fancy art, architecture, sports, gardens, theatre, music, museums-- Chicago has it all. Sign up for a tour through the Academy's Spouse and Guest Program, or explore Chicago Highlights on your own.


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