Show Organizers Expand Continuing Education Program
Norwalk, CT (June 20, 2011) – Registration for International Vision Expo West, the most
inclusive ophthalmic conference and expo, is now open. More than 13,000 eye care
professionals from the optical community are expected to attend the event, when it returns to the
Sands Expo Convention Center in Las Vegas September 21-25, 2011 (Education: September
21-25, Exhibition: September 22-24).
"Today's eye care professional demands educational tools and customized business solutions
for a healthy practice and healthy patients," said Tom Loughran, vice president for Reed
Exhibitions. "We pride ourselves on being able to offer something for everyone – from the latest
in fashion and trends to stellar education taught by the leading authorities. Without a doubt,
Vision Expo is the place to network, learn, and compare new technologies and concepts that you
can immediately implement into your practice."
New for International Vision Expo West 2011, the continuing education program encompasses three core competencies – Disease Diagnosis, Treatment and Management; Clinical Application
of Products; and Healthy Business Solutions – making it easier for eye care professionals to
develop personalized education strategies and practice to the fullest extent of their license. With
388 hours of world-class education to select from – a noteworthy increase of more than 80 hours
from last year – International Vision Expo educates more optometrists than any other eye care
meeting.
Attendees that pre-register now will have more time to organize their schedules and be able to take full advantage of advance discounts and savings on their travel and accommodation arrangements. They will also ensure that they are kept up-to-date with all the latest education news and exhibitor information being released in the lead up to the show.
For more information and to register, please visit www.visionexpowest.com.
International Vision Expos, the worldwide conference and exhibition for eye care and eyewear, are trade only events which draw more than 30,000 eye care professionals each year. Co-owned by Reed Exhibitions and The Vision Council, International Vision Expo gives back to the entire ophthalmic community. Proceeds from International Vision Expo are used by The Vision Council to educate consumers about the importance of vision care and the options in eyewear and other related products. In 2010, The Vision Council reached millions of consumers with its messages through marketing materials, public relations outreach and strategic partnerships.