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20,000
Attendees
Annual meeting and exhibition showcasing the latest advancements in ophthalmic equipment, diagnostics, surgical tools, pharmaceuticals, and practice management solutions for eye care professionals.
Exhibitor mix: Organized alphabetically by company name with designated booth numbers; features a main exhibition floor alongside localized specialized areas like the Innovation Hub for startups.
AAO and Expo is held annually. This page tracks the next confirmed edition — AAO and Expo 2027 dates will be added here once announced.
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Venue
Ernest N. Morial Convention CenterConvention centre · 102,193 m² · 4 halls
A major convention center in New Orleans, Louisiana, located along the Mississippi River. It offers over $1,100,000 ext{ sq ft}$ ($102,000 ext{ sqm}$) of contiguous exhibit space and features numerous meeting rooms and ballrooms, hosting large-scale conventions and trade shows.
📍 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA
Operated by Ernest N. Morial New Orleans Exhibition Hall Authority
Organizer
American Academy of Ophthalmology
Nonprofit · San Francisco, United States · Founded 1896
The American Academy of Ophthalmology is a professional association for ophthalmologists that sets standards for education and advocates for patients.
Exhibitor list
463 companies are exhibiting at AAO and Expo. A sample of 12 is shown below — unlock the full list to see all 463.
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Why people attend
To evaluate cutting-edge ophthalmic technologies, source clinical equipment, attend live demonstrations, test surgical instruments, and connect with global suppliers in eye care.
Who attends
Exhibitor categories
Speakers
11 speakers at AAO and Expo
Congressman · U.S. House of Representatives
"OPHTHPAC Speaker Series: Pennsylvania Congressman Addresses Cuts, Shortages"
Also speaking at SCS Formulate, Aspen Ideas Festival
Representative (R-Iowa) · U.S. Congress
"OPHTHPAC Speaker Series"
Ophthalmologist and U.S. Representative serving as chair of the Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Health.
"Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Coding"
"Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Coding"
"Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Coding"
Also speaking at HLTH USA
"Fundamentals of Ophthalmic Coding"
director, Ophthalmic Practice · Academy
"Coding Camp"
Senior Secretary for Ophthalmic Practice
"Coding Camp"
Academy Past President and Medical Director for Governmental Affairs
"Coding Camp"
American Academy of Ophthalmology
"Week in Review: Computer Video Game Sessions and Dry Eye, Utility of Asynchronous Review Eye Clinics, Generative AI for Exam Prep"
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