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2026 GWCO Congress Sessions

Neuro Eye Grand Rounds: My Favorite Cases

10/15/2026 8-10AM

Speakers
  • Christopher Borgman

Anterior Segment Cases that Fooled Us All

10/15/2026 8-9AM

Speakers
  • Jade Coats

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/15/2026 8-9AM

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/15/2026 8-10AM

How to Handle Non-Ocular in Office Emergencies

10/15/2026 9-10AM

Speakers
  • Jade Coats

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/15/2026 9-10AM

Vestibular Treatment of Strabismus

10/15/2026 10AM-12PM

Speakers
  • Jason Clopton

Overview of Photobiomodulation Advances for the Eye Care Provider

10/15/2026 10-11AM

Speakers
  • Scott Lewis

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/15/2026 10-11AM

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/15/2026 10AM-12PM

Current and Future Considerations for CXL, NK and NCP

10/16/2026 10-11AM

Summary
This course will discuss novel approaches to address corneal ectasia, neurotrophic keratitis (NK) and neuropathic pain (NP). Using case examples, the presenter will provide pearls to aid in the diagnosis and treatment for these complex corneal conditions.

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/16/2026 10-11AM

OCT Grand Rounds

10/15/2026 11AM-12PM

Speakers
  • Christopher Borgman

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/15/2026 11AM-12PM

Orbiting the Globe: A Grand Rounds Adventure in Comprehensive Optometry

10/15/2026 1-3PM

Speakers
  • Jade Coats

Vision Therapy Sequencing, a Binocular Approach

10/15/2026 1-3PM

Speakers
  • Scott Lewis

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/15/2026 1-3PM

Retina Brainteaser Cases

10/15/2026 3-5PM

Speakers
  • Christopher Borgman

To Image or Not to Image

10/15/2026 3-5PM

Speakers
  • Jason Clopton

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/15/2026 3-5PM

Glaucoma Update - Enough Pearls to Make a Necklace

10/16/2026 8-10AM

Speakers
  • Greg Caldwell

Tropical Eye-Sights: Conversations on Ocular Surface Disease and Aesthetics

10/16/2026 8-9AM

Speakers
  • Walter Whitley

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/16/2026 8-10AM

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/16/2026 8-9AM

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/16/2026 9-10AM

It's All About the Lids: Demodex, MGD and More

10/16/2026 9-10AM

Speakers
  • Walter Whitley OD
Summary
This lecture will discuss current and future treatment options for lid margin disease. Using case examples, this lecture will provide perspective on managing various lid conditions. Implementation pearls as well as best practices will be covered to take your practice to the next level!

Concussion Demystified: Understanding Concussion and TBIs

10/16/2026 10AM-12PM

Speakers
  • Scott Lewis

Genetic Pathways for Macular Degeneration

10/16/2026 10AM-12PM

Speakers
  • Jason Clopton

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/16/2026 10AM-12PM

Oculoplastics Role in Anterior Segment Disease

10/16/2026 11AM-12PM

Speakers
  • Walter Whitley OD
Summary
Through case presentations, this course will review common oculoplastics procedures and the optometrist role in comanaging anterior segment disease. From abnormal lid positions to tearing to orbital conditions, presenters will discuss diagnosis, treatment and surgical management for these conditions.

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/16/2026 11AM-12PM

The Non-Healing Cornea - Neurotrophic Keratitis

10/16/2026 1-2PM

Speakers
  • Greg Caldwell

Surgical Mythbusters

10/16/2026 1-2PM

Speakers
  • Walter Whitley

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/16/2026 1-2PM

Nutrition in Ocular Disease Beyond Carotenoids

10/16/2026 4-5PM

Rapid Fire Referrals

10/16/2026 4-5PM

Speakers
  • Walter Whitley

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/16/2026 4-5PM

Maximizing Contact Lens Practice Success

10/17/2026 8-9AM

Speakers
  • Melissa Barnett

Eyes, Eyes, Baby

10/17/2026 8-9AM

Speakers
  • Tami Franklin
Summary
PARA EDUCATION

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/17/2026 8-9AM

Metabolic Drivers of Ocular Damage: Muscle Health, and Antioxidants in Disease and Prevention

10/17/2026 8-9AM

Summary
This course explores how insulin resistance, GLP-1 physiology, muscle health, oxidative stress, and mitochondrial dysfunction drive ocular damage and accelerate disease progression. Attendees will learn how systemic metabolic dysfunction impacts the retina, optic nerve, cornea, and vasculature, and how preventive strategies—including metabolic screening, carotenoid assessment, muscle preservation, and nutritional optimization—can be integrated into optometric care.

Dry Eye Jeopardy!

10/17/2026 9-10AM

Speakers
  • Melissa Barnett

Every Dolla' Makes Me Holla'

10/17/2026 9-10AM

Summary
PARA EDUCATION

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/17/2026 9-10AM

Fact vs Fiction - Tackling Common Contact Lens Myths

10/17/2026 10AM-12PM

Speakers
  • Melissa Barnett

I have a Thing and I Need to See the Doctor NOW - or do you?

10/17/2026 10-11AM

Speakers
  • Tami Franklin

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/17/2026 10AM-12PM

Much Ado About Contact

10/17/2026 11AM-12PM

Speakers
  • Tami Franklin

Latest Advances in Eye Care Technology: Innovations in Early Detection and Management

10/17/2026 3-5PM

Speakers
  • Greg Caldwell

How to Heal When You Can't Feel

10/17/2026 3-4PM

Speakers
  • Melissa Barnett

Tools of the Trade

10/17/2026 3-4PM

Speakers
  • Tami Franklin

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/17/2026 3-5PM

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/17/2026 3-4PM

Scleral Lenses - The Future is Now

10/17/2026 4-5PM

Speakers
  • Melissa Barnett

What Your Insurance Biller Wished you Knew

10/17/2026 4-5PM

Speakers
  • Tami Franklin

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/17/2026 4-5PM

Light and Hormone Regulation: How to Feel Your Best

10/18/2026 8-10AM

Speakers
  • Sarah Bortz

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/18/2026 8-10AM

Caution Steep Hill Ahead: Diagnosing and Managing Keratoconus in Clinical Practice

10/18/2026 10-11AM

Speakers
  • Melissa Barnett

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/18/2026 10-11AM

Putting the "I" in Eyecare

10/18/2026 11AM-12PM

Speakers
  • Melissa Barnett

Not attending at this time of Congress.

10/18/2026 11AM-12PM

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