Eye Education Foundation

02/08/2026

The official mascot of the Seminar goes to . . . Poppy the Cutest Corgi! Thank you to Dr. Eliza McCauley for sharing her with us! We hope she makes a guest appearance again next year.

02/08/2026

We hope to see you all again next year.

02/08/2026

✨ What an incredible seminar! ✨

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing attendees and vendors who made this year’s event so memorable. From start to finish, it was truly a team effort.

The Alfa Event Center set the perfect stage, and our speaker lineup—coordinated by Dr. Katie Clore and Kathryn Trammell of UAB School of Optometry—was outstanding. The PEG team kept everything running seamlessly behind the scenes, while Kim Carroll and the KC Creative Catering team kept us well-fed with delicious meals. And a special shout-out to David Butterfield and the National Peanut Festival team for their expert care of the facility and being such wonderful partners.

Events like this don’t happen by accident—they’re the result of passionate professionals working year-round to create a meaningful experience for all.

👏 We’re already looking forward to doing it all again next year!

02/07/2026

02/06/2026

Dr. Carlo Pelino started the day with “Oral Medications for the Metabolic Syndrome.” Thank you to KC Kreative Catering for the delicious breakfast and fresh scones during the first break.

02/06/2026

We have kicked off day 1 of year 37 of the Seminar. It’s so nice to welcome back so many familiar friends! We also have a few brand new attendees. We look forward to a great weekend together. 💙

02/05/2026

Don't forget to visit the exhibitor gallery to explore, learn and connect. Not to mention the swag is worthy! Many of them also have prize drawings for additional giveaways. We look forward to seeing you this weekend.

02/05/2026

Feeling lucky this year? 🍀🏈

Our fan-favorite GRAND PRIZE Giveaway is back! One lucky winner of our Super Bowl LX Challenge will score a FREE registration to next year’s event PLUS hotel accommodations — yes, really!

Who’s your pick this year… Patriots or Seahawks? 👀
Bring your best predictions and your game-day spirit!

We’ll wrap up our final lecture before noon on Sunday so you’ll have plenty of time to get home and enjoy the Super Bowl.

And proof that it’s real? Just ask Dr. Stephen Bordlee — last year’s winner who’s attending this year on us! 🎉

Get ready, get excited, and may the best prediction win! 🏆

02/05/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome back Kim Carroll and her talented KC Creative Catering team for our Seminar! Get ready to be wowed by Friday’s mouthwatering menu—take a sneak peek at the delicious breakfast, lunch, and cocktail hour offerings in the image below. To help you unwind after a day of learning, we’ve shortened Friday evening’s program to just one hour. This gives you the perfect opportunity to explore Dothan’s vibrant dining scene! Our friendly staff are happy to share their favorite local spots, so don’t hesitate to ask for recommendations. Staying at the Doubletree Hotel? Enjoy their inviting full-service restaurant and bar right off the lobby. We can’t wait to make your experience memorable—see you at the Seminar!

02/04/2026

We are grateful 🙏 to recognize Astellas and ANI Pharmaceuticals as Silver Sponsors of the 37th Annual Eye Education Foundation Continuing Education Symposium in Dothan, AL!

⭐Astellas is known for developing innovative prescription therapies that advance patient care, including treatments that support eye health and overall wellness.

⭐ANI Pharmaceuticals specializes in high-quality branded and generic prescription medications, delivering reliable therapeutic solutions that providers trust.

Their generous sponsorship reflects a shared commitment to clinical excellence, ongoing education, and better patient outcomes. We truly appreciate their support in helping us deliver meaningful continuing education to our optometric community.

📍 Registered attendees: Be sure to visit the Astellas and ANI Pharmaceuticals exhibit booths to learn how their products and resources can support and enrich your private practice.

Thank you both for partnering with us and supporting our mission!

02/04/2026

We are proud to recognize Hoya as the exclusive Gold Sponsor of the 37th Annual Eye Education Foundation Continuing Education Symposium in Dothan, AL!

Hoya is a global leader in advanced vision care solutions, known for their high-quality ophthalmic lenses, innovative lens designs, coatings, and practice-support resources that help elevate patient care and practice performance.

We are incredibly grateful for Hoya’s generous sponsorship and their shared commitment to advancing education and supporting the optometric community. Their partnership helps make this symposium possible and strengthens our mission to deliver meaningful continuing education.

📍 Registered attendees: Be sure to visit the Hoya exhibit booth to discover how their products, technology, and services can enrich your private practice and enhance patient outcomes.

Thank you, Hoya, for your continued support and dedication to our profession!

02/03/2026

We are excited to welcome all attendees to Dothan for the 37th Annual Continuing Education Symposium!

Take a look at our daily agendas below to explore this year’s outstanding speakers, timely topics, and available credit hours. Our goal, as always, is to provide high-quality education that keeps you at the forefront of Optometry.

For your convenience, all lecture materials will be available for download via a QR code at the event, and pre-loaded thumb drives will also be available upon request.

We look forward to seeing you very soon!