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Takeaways from Vision Expo's debut singular event in 2026
Eye care providers took on dry eye, pediatric eye care, contact lens wear, and more.
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Vision Expo rang in its 40th anniversary in its debut as a single event earlier this month, allowing industry leaders to join forces with practitioners. Having run from March 11-14 in Orlando, Florida, the conference featured the latest in clinical practice, fashion, and technology. In case you missed it, here are the CE highlights from the conference, starting with Sheila Morrison, OD, MS, on pediatric eye care.
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Jade Coats, OD, FAAO, stopped by to discuss her presentation at AAOpt 2026, titled"How Eyelid Hygiene Can Change the Dry Eye Conversation."
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