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Whether you're joining us for the first time or returning as part of a valued tradition, the Island Eyes Conference offers a dynamic and enriching experience each year. Renowned educators share clinical insights and practical perspectives designed to elevate your practice. Our signature half-day schedule provides ample opportunity to enjoy everything Hawaii has to offer outside the classroom.

• Up to 30 COPE-accredited CE hours

• Attendees from across the U.S. and Canada

View the full schedule

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Speakers
 We’re pleased to welcome our 2026 speakers, including Dr. Mila Ioussifova, Dr. April Jasper, Dr. Bisant Labib (Dean), Dr. Nathan Lighthizer, Dr. Breanne McGhee, Dr. Jacqueline Theis, Dr. Walter Whitley, and Dr. Lorne Yudcovitch.

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Venue
Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
62-100 Kaunu'oa Drive
Waimea, HI  96743

Airport
Kona International Airport (KOA) is the closest airport to the venue.

Air Travel Discount

• 5% discount with Alaska Airlines

• Travel dates: Jan 15–29, 2026

• Destination: KOA

• Code: ECMO471

_Lodging

Westin Hapuna Beach Resort
Conference block is SOLD OUT.

Overflow Hotel
An overflow block is available at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, located next door on the same resort property.

Parking
Self-parking and valet available at 50% off retail rates (plus tax).

Synchronous Virtual Option

• Zoom links & instructions will be emailed the first week of January 2026.

• All sessions are held in Hawaiian Standard Time (HST).
  
   

_Workshops

_{Surgical Certification Course}

(Presented in partnership with NSUOCO)

• 16 CE Hours (12 lectures + 4 hands-on labs)

• Procedures: eyelid lesion removal, cyst drainage, chalazion injection, trichiasis ablation, suturing, IPL, corneal crosslinking, etc.

• Cost: $1,250 | Bundled w/ Full Conference: $1,875

• Schedule:

  • Sun, Jan 18 | 9:00–3:00 PM

  • Mon, Jan 19 | 7 AM–1 PM

  • Tue, Jan 20 | 7 AM–11 AM

_{Dry Eye & Aesthetics Workshop}

• Wed, Jan 21 | 9 AM–12 PM

• Topics: OSD & aesthetics, unexpected outcomes, hands-on workshop, improving conversions

• Cost: $350 | Bundled w/ Full Conference: $1,175

_{Save the Dates}

• 2027: Hyatt Regency, Lahaina, Maui | Jan 17–23 (Courses: Thurs–Sat)

• 2028: Fairmont Orchid, Big Island | Jan 16–22

• 2029: Marriott Beach Wailea | Jan 21–26

• 2030: Fairmont Orchid, Big Island | Jan 20-26

Cancellation/Refund Policy

• Written cancellations must be received at least 1 week before the event

• $50 processing fee applies

• No refunds issued within 1 week of the event