Join us at The Cloister, Sea Island July 13-15 for the 2018 GSO Annual Meeting.  As part of GSO's continuing education curriculum, each year it hosts two meetings that offer ophthalmologists continuing medical education (CME) opportunities. The Annual Meeting occurs in the summer and spans three days, offering professional development and social opportunities with colleagues.

Registration Rates: 

GSO Members and out-of-state AAO Members
By June 15: $395
After June 15: $450

Non-GSO/AAO Members
By June 15: $595
After June 15: $650

Residents/Fellows
By June 15: $75 deposit
After June 15: $75 deposit
Deposit will be refunded after meeting attendance is verified.

Hotel Accommodations:

The Cloister, Sea Island, a Forbes Five-Start Resort, where southern charm, magnificent scenery and elegant surroundings exemplify the ambience of this island's beachfront resort. Surrender to serenity at the world class spa, indulge in fine dining, or plat 18 holes of golf at one of three on-site courses - The Cloister has activities that the whole family can enjoy,  Click HERE for all of The Cloister's activities.  

GSO Room Block: 

A limited number of rooms are available of each type, so don't wait make your reservation today. Rooms will be available till Monday, May 28 or until the block is sold out. Call 844-412-6881 and mention "Georgia Society of Ophthalmology" to reserve a room or click HERE to make a reservation online. 

Schedule-at-a-Glance 

Friday, July 13

12:00pm-1:00pm: Registration/Exhibitor Visitation/Lunch 
1:00pm-2:45pm: Educational Program 
2:45pm-3:15pm: Exhibitor Visitation 
3:15pm-4:30pm: Educational Program 
4:15pm: Adjourn 
6:00pm-7:30pm: President's Reception with Exhibitors 

Saturday, July 14 

7:00am-8:00am: Breakfast/Exhibit Visitation 
8:00am-9:30am: Educational Program 
9:30am-10:00am: Break & Exhibit Visitation 
10:00am-11:00am: Educational Program 
11:00am-11:30am: Break & Exhibit Visitation 
11:30am-1:00pm: Educational Program 
1:00pm: Adjourn 
7:00pm-9:00pm: Group Dinner* tickets required 

Sunday, July 15 

8:00am-9:00am: Breakfast 
9:00am-11:30am: Educational Session 
11:30am: Adjourn 

Confirmed Faculty 

Behin Barahimi, MD
Assistant Professor, Vanderbilt University 
Topics: Oculoplastics 

Pratap Challah, MD
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology
Duke University School of Medicine 
Topics: Glaucoma 

Amy Hutchinson, MD 
Interim Director 
Professor of Ophthalmology 
Section of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus 
Emory Eye Center 
Topics: Pediatric Ophthalmology 

Judy E Kim, MD 
Professor of Ophthalmology 
Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery
Medical College of Wisconsin
Topics: Retina

Robert F. Melendez, MD, MBA
Eye Associates of New Mexico 
Secretary of Online Education, American Academy of Ophthalmology 
Topics: Cataract 

Shahzad I. Mian, MD 
Professor, Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences 
Terry J. Bergstrom Collegiate Professor for Resident Education in Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
Associate Chair, Education 
Kellogg Eye Center, Michigan Medicine
Topics: Cornea

Educational Objectives

After attending this meeting, participants should be able to:

• Increase knowledge of recent advances in the diagnosis, management and treatment of diseases of the eye
• Review, interpret and summarize new clinical, scientific, and research information in the study of ophthalmology 
• Learn and improve techniques that will allow the physician to offer the best treatment options and care to patients 
• Expand their expertise in selected practical aspects of ocular surgery 
• Compare and contrast methods in order to fully assess patient's needs and treatment options 
• Improve standards of practice 

The target audience for this educational activity is ophthalmologists. 

Registration Cancellation Policy 

Cancellations will be honored with a full refund through June 29, 2018. 50% refund after June 29th. No shows will not receive a refund. All cancellations must be received in writing - [email protected]