VMG Health is proud to exhibit and speak at the AAO Annual Meeting 2026 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, LA.

Stop by Booth #1804 to connect with VMG Health’s ophthalmology and eyecare experts and explore how our specialized expertise can help your organization optimize performance, navigate industry challenges, and achieve sustainable growth.

Expert Sessions

Hear from VMG Health directors throughout the show as they lead and contribute to several educational sessions.

Compliance That Works: Doing the Right Thing the Right Way (iJCAHPO ACE Meeting)
  • Speaker: Laurie Brown, Director, VMG Health & Carla Bourne, MD
  • Saturday, October 10th, 9:15 AM CT
  • Hilton New Orleans Riverside, Grand Ballroom C
ASC Ownership & Succession Planning
  • Speaker: Maureen Waddle, Director, VMG Health
  • Saturday, October 10th, 11:15am – 1:15pm CT
  • Renaissance New Orleans Arts Warehouse District Hotel, New Orleans, LA
Key Performance Indicators for Optical Excellence
  • Speaker: Maureen Waddle, Director, VMG Health
  • Sunday, October 11th, 9:45AM – 11:00AM CT
  • Learn how to use key optical and contact lens KPIs, including vision plan reimbursement data, to measure profitability, identify opportunities, and drive measurable growth.
Assessing Your Practice’s Operational Performance
  • Speaker: Laurie Brown, Director, VMG Health
  • Monday, October 12th, 11:30AM – 12:45PM CT
  • Learn how to assess operational performance against industry benchmarks, identify gaps, and develop prioritized action plans to improve efficiency and drive measurable results.
Optimizing Clinical Operations: A Practical Assessment for Ophthalmic Technician Leaders (iJCAHPO ACE Meeting)
  • Speakers: Laurie Brown, Director, VMG Health & Maureen Waddle, Director, VMG Health
  • Sunday, October 11th, 3:30PM CT
  • Hilton New Orleans Riverside, Grand Ballroom A
Acquiring a Practice
  • Panelist: Maureen Waddle, Director, VMG Health
  • Moderator: Colin Hart
  • Monday, October 12th, 9:45 AM CT
Achieving Excellence: Assessing Your Practice’s Operational Performance
  • Speakers: Laurie Brown, Director, VMG Health & Maureen Waddle, Director, VMG Health
  • Monday, October 12th, 11:30AM CT
  • Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Room 207
Conversations with the Experts
  • Throughout the conference, join experts at the Academy Hub in Hall F, Booth 2437 for conversations and guidance
  • Address your toughest practice management challenges with a complimentary consultation from an Academy expert. Email aaoe@aao.org to reserve your spot today.
    • Saturday, October 10th, 2:00-4:00PM – Maureen Waddle, Director, VMG Health
    • Sunday, October 11th, 12:00-2:00PM – Maureen Waddle, Director, VMG Health & Laurie Brown, Director, VMG Health
    • Monday, October 12th, 1:00-2:00PM – Laurie Brown, Director, VMG Health

Ophthalmology Resources, Training, and Education

Whether or not you’re attending the meeting, take advantage of 20% off all three membership programs for new members through October 31! Use promo code AAO20 to save on Ophthalmology Connection (BSM Connection for Ophthalmology), Certified Patient Service Specialist (CPSS), and Certified Eyecare Professional (CEP) membership programs.

Contact Us to learn more and take advantage of these exclusive savings!