The 5th World Congress of Optometry, hosted at Optometry’s Meeting, takes place June 25 through June 28 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The annual event is a combination of the American Optometric Association (AOA), the American Optometric Student Association, and the World Council of Optometry.
At Optometry’s Meeting, attendees will have the opportunity for industry-recognized continuing education credits, unparalleled networking opportunities with leading professionals in the field, and a look at some of the most cutting-edge research and technologies related to vision care and eye health.
For your convenience, we’ve outlined the scheduled sessions related to glaucoma. This schedule is current as of May 28, 2025. Consult the Optometry's Meeting official website for the most up-to-date schedule.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Glaucoma Mimickers for Primary Eye Care Providers
- 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Description: To describe clinical cases of non-glaucomatous optic neuropathy with emphasis on key elements that can help distinguish non-glaucomatous optic neuropathy from glaucomatous optic neuropathy.
Glaucoma Basics for the Paraoptometric
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Description: This lecture will discuss basic ocular anatomy and how glaucoma can develop over time, including an overview on the progression of glaucoma and its secondary vision effects. Glaucoma medications will also be discussed along with modern surgical options.
The Best of Ocular Disease Jeopardy
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Description: This course discusses the treatment and management of various ocular diseases seen in a tertiary, academic hospital setting. Case presentation topics range from anterior segment, glaucoma, retina, and “zebras.”
Breaking Down Secondary Glaucoma
- 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Description: Secondary glaucoma will be discussed with case presentations, which will include common ocular signs and gonioscopy findings. This course will provide an explanation of the different treatments that can be used with secondary glaucoma.
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Feeling the Pressure – Managing Multifaceted Glaucoma Patients
- 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
- Description: This course will discuss diagnostic considerations in patients with optic neuropathy as it pertains to differentiating features of glaucomatous versus non-glaucomatous damage with an emphasis on in-office ocular techniques and recommended treatment plans.
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Description: Building on last year’s AOA Glaucoma Mythbusters lecture, the speaker will focus on a variety of potential “myths” in glaucoma. As new science, literature, and data emerges the way that optometrists manage glaucoma will change.
Pseudo-glaucomatous Optic Nerve Head Appearance in a Patient with Cerebral Palsy
- 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- Description: No description provided. Speakers include Emily Elaine Stephey, OD, FAAO, and John H Nishimoto, OD, MBA, FAAO
Barriers to Care: A Case of Phacomorphic Glaucoma Misdiagnosed as Bacterial Conjunctivitis
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Description: No description provided. Speaker is Nicholas Green, OD, FAAO.
Acute Glaucoma: A Guideline to Diagnosis, Differential, and Treatments
- 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Description: This lecture provides an in-depth exploration of acute glaucomas, It covers pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and comprehensive management strategies, emphasizing the importance of prompt intervention and post-operative care.
OCT Imaging Bootcamp for the Paraoptometric Professional
- 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Description: This course will provide an introduction on best practices in glaucoma and retinal OCT imaging. Workflows, artifacts, and report analysis will be reviewed for optic nerve, ganglion cell, and retinal OCT scans.
“In the Disc: A Journey of Glaucoma Care and Coding” Case Reviews and Coding
- 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Description: Grand-rounds on a variety of glaucoma cases featuring relevant findings, plus diagnostic testing focusing on pathophysiology and epidemiology of concurrent systemic diseases. Coding considerations will be highlighted throughout for proper application of rules and guidelines.
Friday, June 27, 2025
Navigating Normal Tension Glaucoma
- 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Description: There are a variety of possible pathophysiological theories of normal tension glaucoma including both ocular and systemic contributions. This course will discuss all aspects of normal tension glaucoma including the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment.
Glaucoma Medications from A to P
- 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Description: This course will familiarize the paraoptometric with the most common drugs used in glaucoma management. An introduction to ocular anatomy and aqueous mechanics is paired with discussion of therapeutic drug classes, dosages and side effects.
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Description: No description provided. Speaker is Joshua Normandeau, O.D.
Refractive Impact of Timolol Therapy in Glaucoma Patient with a History of LASIK
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Description: No description provided. Speakers include Abigail Szymanski, Brittney Brady, OD, FAAO, and Jessica Colip.
The Next Frontier: New Technologies in Glaucoma
- 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
- Description: In order to stay on the cutting edge of optometry it is important for optometrists to be on the cutting edge of science and technology. This lecture will focus on the current and future technology.
Saturday, June 28, 2025
- 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM
- Description: This course will highlight what patients are most at risk for steroid response, what administration is most causative and mechanisms that cause steroid response.
To learn more about these and other sessions, visit Optometry’s Meeting’s official website.
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