WELCOME TO ACE 2024
Please join us on Friday , October 18 , through Sunday , October 20 , for the
PREMIER EVENT IN EYE CARE EDUCATION !
You are invited to join us for the International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology ’ s ( IJCAHPO ) 52 nd Annual Continuing Education ( ACE ) Program ! As we celebrate IJCAHPO ’ s ACE program , we are excited to be back in Chicago for this year ’ s in-person learning . You can join us on-site , virtually , or as a part of both programs .
The 2024 ACE Program has something for everyone . Influential ophthalmology experts who are leading innovation and the future of the profession will present at the Beginner , Intermediate , Advanced , and Masters levels . The ACE program showcases the innovative Capstone Lecture Series , over 100 didactic sessions and Learning Labs in more than 20 ophthalmic categories , thought-provoking Sub-Specialty Sessions , Roundtable Sessions and offers plenty of networking opportunities .
Michael Stewart , MD IJCAHPO President , Professor and Chairman Emeritus of Ophthalmology , Mayo Clinic Florida , Knights Templar Eye Foundation , Inc . Professor of Ophthalmology Research , Jacksonville , Florida
We are excited to announce that the Harold A . Stein , MD Lecture will feature Intraocular Tumors : The Cutting Edge , presented by world renowned and distinguished award winning ocular oncologist , Carol L . Shields , MD . This three-day event will reinvigorate your career as you interact with colleagues , while learning about the latest in diseases , treatments , and technologies ! So join us for this year ' s Premier Event in Eye Care Education .
Program Highlights :
• New Courses , Sub-Specialty Sessions , and On-Site Learning Labs — More than 50 new courses on-site and over 15 new on-demand . Sub-Specialty sessions will cover Retina ; Cornea , Refractive & Cataract ; Glaucoma ; and Neuro-ophthalmology conditions . Learn new skills and gain experience with handson Learning Labs including Anatomy and Dissection of the Eye , Retinoscopy , Biometry , and more !
• Exhibitors — Connect with industry exhibitors who will be showcasing their latest products and services .
• Special Gift for Attendees — For those who register for the 3-day on-site package , receive 2 free online courses and a Scribe Pocket Guide to kick off your recertification .
• Certification Exam Prep Sessions — Take the next step in your career and prepare for your certification exam with the COA , COT , COMT , or CDOS and ROUB Exam Prep Sessions .
• NEW ! Learning Lounge — On-site attendees can participate in the brand new ACE Learning Lounge !
Future ACE Dates and Locations
2025 | Orlando
October 17 – 19
2026 | New Orleans
October 9 – 11
2027 | Las Vegas
November 12 – 14
2024 ACE Faculty Awards
IJCAHPO would like to thank the following instructors for their dedication and participation .
30 Years
• Natalie Loyacano , COMT , ROUB , OCSR , OSA
20 Years
• Charles Slonim , MD
15 Years
• David Hardten , MD , FACS
• Brandy Lorek , CDOS , ROUB
• Vasudha Panday , MD
10 Years
• Matthew Baugh , COT , MHA , OCS , OCSR
• James C . Tsai , MD , MBA , FACS
• Aljoeson Walker , MD
5 Years
• Carla Bourne , MD
• Valerie Cuddy , COA
• April Maa , MD
• Carol L . Shields , MD
• Rebecca Steffes , COMT , OSC
• Roshni Vasaiwala , MD
• Joan Wilson , BS , COMT
October 18 – 20 , 2024 • Hyatt Regency Chicago 3