MOA 2025 Summer Convention
Thank you for your interest in the MOA Summer Convention!
June 13 – 15, 2025
The Lodge at Gulf State Park
21196 E Beach Blvd, Gulf Shores, AL 36542
Important Dates for OD Attendees
May 12: Deadline to reserve rooms in The Lodge at Gulf State Park.
April 30: Early Deadline for registration for Summer Convention (rates increase after this date)
April 30: Deadline for ordering printed handouts.
June 6: Final Deadline for pre-registration (on-site registration is available)
June 13: MOA Board of Directors meeting begins at 2:30 p.m.
June 14: CE Begins at 8:00 am
June 14: Vision Expo with Lunch and Dessert.
Hotel Room Block Reservations
OD Registration Information
Early Bird Registration (2/3-4/30)
Standard Registration (5/1-6/6)
Registrations after 6/6 will be considered Late registrations/On-site and will have a additional $50.00 fee.
2025 OD Summer Convention Agenda (subject to change)
Friday, June 13
2:30 – 5:00 pm MOA Board Meeting
Saturday, June 14
OD Instructor: Blair Lonsberry, OD
7:15 – 8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00 – 10:00 am Pain Management in Optometric Practice in the Era of an Opioid Epidemic
10:00 – 10:30 am Sponsored Break with Speakers
10:30 am – 12:30 pm Anterior Segment Disease Grand Rounds
12:30 – 3:00 pm Vision Expo with Lunch & Dessert
3:00 – 4:00 pm Top 10 Medications….Ocular Side Effects
4:00 – 5:00 pm Eyelid Lesions: Relax or Refer
Sunday, June 15
OD Instructor: Jessica Steen, OD
7:30 – 8:00 am Registration and Light Breakfast
8:00 – 10:00 am Retinal Vascular Disease: From Pathology to Practice
10:00 – 11:00 am Sponsor Messages with Full Brunch
11:00 am – 1:00 pm Problem Solving in Glaucoma Mgmt
Summer Convention 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.
Why are the conference days different this year?
The Lodge had different dates available in 2025 and 2026. Due to those limitations our conference has shifted by one day. What used to be Friday’s schedule is now on Saturday, and what used to be Saturday’s schedule is now on Sunday.
What day is CE offered?
Saturday June 14 and Sunday June 15.
How many CE hours are available?
For ODs, 6 hours of CE on Saturday and 4 hours of CE on Sunday, for a total of 10 hours.
Are the CE hours accredited?
For ODs, the hours will be approved by the Mississippi State Board of Optometry and accredited through ARBO.
Who are the instructors?
For ODs, Blair Lonsberry, OD lectures on Saturday and Jessica Steen, OD lectures on Sunday.
How do I register my Staff?
Click her and choose the Para Registration option.
How do I access the course handouts?
Show Your Badge Program
MOA has partnered with Gulf Shores & Orange Beach Tourism to bring our attendees something truly fantastic. While attending the MOA summer convention take a chance to explore beyond the meeting room – take advantage of restaurant, attraction, and retail discounts along the way.
