AFOS & SECO Education Destination San Antonio 2025
This meeting launches with the Association of Armed Forces and Federal Optometric Services (AFOS) exclusive sessions, followed by joint AFOS & SECO continuing education sessions and events from Friday through Sunday. This program offers a focused environment for advanced learning, skills development, and professional networking among optometric leaders.
Attendees may choose to participate in the AFOS kickoff, the joint AFOS & SECO CE sessions over the weekend, or the full event experience.
Registration and name badge pick up for attendees
Exhibit Hall Opening
Defense and Veterans Eye Injury and Vision Registry (DVEIVR): A Valuable Tool to Identify and Address Combat Ocular Trauma Challenges in Theater
Frances Silva, O.D.
Preceptors: Training the Next Generation of Optometrists
Adrienne Ari, O.D.
Exhibit Hall
Service Branch Breakout Session
AFOS Welcome Reception
Registration and packet pick-up for attendees
Breakfast and Exhibit Hall Session
True Ocular Emergencies of the Posterior Pole
Carlo Pelino, O.D.
Exhibit Hall Break
Low Vision for the Primary Care Physician
Matt Valdes, O.D.
Visual Electrodiagnosis and Beyond: Case Series & Research Update
Jeff Rabin, O.D.
Exhibit Hall Break and Lunch
Neuro-Ophthalmic Disease in the Optometric Practice
Carlo Pelino, O.D.
Exhibitor/Sponsor Spotlight and Raffle
Scleral Lens Fitting Case Review: Insights for Better Outcomes
Megan Watters, O.D.
Get to Know: Amniotic Membranes. Practical Applications of Amniotic Membranes
Elena Carter, O.D.
AFOS Membership and Annual Awards Banquet
Sights & Sips on the San Antonio
UNWIND ON THE WATER
SIGHTS & SIPS ON THE SAN ANTONIO
Step aboard a private riverboat for a 1-hour twilight tour filled with charm, conversation, and the glow of San Antonio’s city lights. Whether you’re mingling with colleagues or simply soaking in the evening atmosphere, this is the perfect way to connect and relax.
Boarding Time:
8:20 PM sharp
Cruise Time:
8:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Meeting Point:
Corner of Hyatt Regency and Mad Dogs British Pub, next to the Hyatt Regency (Event Hotel)
Cost:
$30 per person
Refreshments on Board:
Beer, wine, and sodas will be served.
Space is limited!
SIGN UP FOR THIS OPTIONAL EVENT IN ADVANCE ONLINE OR AT THE REGISTRATION DESK ON-SITE (PENDING SPACE AVAILABILITY)
