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    AAO 2017 Daily Newsletter

    Reported over four days in New Orleans, the AAO 2017 Daily email blast allows ophthalmologists at the convention and at home to stay on top of news and clinical highlights from Subspecialty Day and AAO 2017.

    AAO 2017 News

    The Academy’s convention tabloid provides extensive meeting news and information. There are two editions—one distributed on Friday, the other on Sunday. Grab a copy of AAO 2017 News in 3 locations: in Lobby A on Level 1, outside the New Orleans Theater on Level 2, and in the Resource Center, Hall G, Booth 3140.

    Friday/Saturday Edition

    Download the PDF to read recommendations from the Subspecialty Day program directors and a Q&A with Stephen D. McLeod, MD, Editor-in-Chief of Ophthalmology, and Andrew P. Schachat, MD, Editor-in-Chief of Ophthalmology Retina. In addition, H. Dunbar Hoskins Jr., MD, the Orbital Gala Honoree, discusses mining for data gold. Previews of the honorary lectures and New Orleans hidden gems are also featured in this edition.

    Sunday/Monday/Tuesday Edition

    Download the PDF for an in-depth profile of the 2017 Laureate, Irene H. Maumenee, MD, and to read summaries of the winning Best of Show videos. Other highlights of this edition include profiles of the Academy Presi­dent’s Guests of Honor, case studies of 3 practices that implemented the lean approach to process improvement, and tips on how to use the IRIS Registry to report MIPS improvement activities.

    Exhibitor Guide

    The Exhibitor Guide contains contact information, booth numbers, and product listings for all AAO 2017 exhibitors. If you're at the annual meeting, a print copy can be found in your registration bag.

    AAO 2017 News Articles: Sneak Peeks

    Check out the teaser videos below.


    Program Directors discuss what not to miss at Subspecialty Day.


    Dr. Maumenee, the 2017 Laureate, has had a fascinating career studying consanguineous populations all over the world.


    Preview the AAO 2017 Best of Show video winners.