October 1 – 4, 2026
Sheraton Flowood The Refuge Hotel & Conference Center
2200 Refuge Blvd, Flowood, MS 39232
Important Registration Update for 2026 Fall Conference
Please note that we are changing our continuing education format this year.
We will no longer offer a hybrid registration option.
This year, attendees must choose between one of the following registration options:
- All In-Person Registration
- All Virtual Registration (If you want to register to ALL Virtual, Click Here)
Virtual Education Schedule
Our virtual continuing education program will follow a scheduled format beginning October 19, 2026, and will remain available through December 31, 2026. All the courses will be available through EyeLearn.
Each week, different classes will be available according to the virtual schedule. Participants may complete their selected courses at any time during the scheduled availability period.
Virtual registration options include:
- Access to all virtual classes
- Access to PEP courses only
- Selection of individual 2-hour course blocks based on your preferences
This flexible format allows you to choose the option that best fits your schedule and educational needs. Please review the schedule below with the details, dates, and classes offered.
License Renewal Reminder
8 hours of CE must be completed in person
Up to 12 hours may be completed virtually
Hotel Room Block Reservations
OD Registration Information
Early Bird Registration (6/24-8/14)
Standard Registration (8/15-9/25)
Registrations after 9/25 will be considered Late registrations/On-site and will have a additional $50.00 fee.
To register to ALL In-Person
If you register for the All-In-Person option, you will have FREE access to all virtual classes.
If you are Retired/Life/Legacy NOT Seeking CE
2026 OD Fall Conference Agenda
CE will be COPE Accredited (Accreditation Pending)
(Schedule subject to change)
Fall Conference FAQ's
Having trouble accessing the online registration?
Existing Members of MOA/AOA
To find your existing account, try retrieving your username using the email address you have on file. You can also reset your password using the same email address. If you need additional assistance, please contact the MOA office.
Non-Members of MOA/AOA
**If you do not currently have an online account with the MOA or AOA you can also create one online. For further assistance with setting up an account please contact the MOA Office.
Student Registration
MOA offers free event registration for students. You will still need to follow the online access instructions (above) using the link, mailing/faxing in a paper registration form, or by contacting the MOA office.
What day is CE offered?
Friday October 2, Saturday October 3, and Sunday October 4.
How many CE hours are available?
For COPE-accredited CE, 6 hours of CE on Friday, 8 hours of CE on Saturday and 4 hours of CE on Sunday, for a total of 18 hours.
For non-COPE accredited CE, 2 hours on Friday and 2 hours on Saturday.
Are the CE hours accredited?
The hours will be approved by the Mississippi State Board of Optometry and accredited through Credivera and ARBO.
Who are the instructors?
Spencer Johnson, OD, FAAO, lectures on Friday.
Spencer Johnson, OD, FAAO, and Joseph Pizzimenti, OD, FAAO, lectures on Sat
Marc Bloomenstein, OD, FAAO, lectures on Sunday.
How do I access the course handouts?
After I register, when will I receive my invoice and room block link?
After you register, the system will take around one hour to update and send the invoice and confirmation email with the event details and room block link. If you don’t receive it, please give us a call and we will resend it.
