Welcome to the 31st Annual
MDOPA Educational Symposium
Earn CE credits while learning from leading speakers and connecting with industry partners at this two-day symposium on April 18th & 19th, 2026, in Coral Gables, Florida.
About The Event
Miami Nice offers optometrists a focused opportunity to fulfill CE requirements while staying current with advances in eye care.
This two-day symposium features recognized speakers who deliver practical knowledge for your practice, plus on-site fingerprinting and access to industry sponsors.
MDOPA has organized this annual symposium for over three decades to advance optometry through education and professional development.
Where
Hotel Colonnade
180 Aragon Ave
Coral Gables, FL 33134
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When
Saturday, April 18th and Sunday, 19th, 2026.
Meet the Incredible Speakers
Meet the leading optometric professionals and industry experts who will share cutting-edge clinical insights and proven practice strategies at MiamiNice.
Event Schedule
Our schedule features back-to-back sessions from leading speakers covering the latest clinical techniques and practice management strategies.
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast
8:00 AM - 9:40 AM
2HR general/TQ
Dr. Schweitzer
10:00 AM - 11:40 AM
2HR general/TQ
Dr. Schweitzer
11:40 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch Break
1:00 PM - 2:40 PM
2HR FL Jurisprudence
Dr. Rouse
3:00 PM - 4:40 PM
2HR Medical Errors
Dr. Rouse
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
Registration & Breakfast
8:00 AM - 9:40 AM
2HR General/TQ – Dr. Chous
10:00 AM - 11:40 AM
2HR General/TQ – Dr. Chous
11:40 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch Break
1:00 PM - 2:40 PM
2HR General/TQ – Dr. Chous
3:00 PM - 3:40 PM
1HR General (no tq) - Dr. Allen
4:00 PM - 4:40 PM
1HR General (no tq) - Dr. Allen
5:00 PM - 5:40 PM
1HR HIV/AIDS – Dr. Woods
Have Questions? Contact Us!
Send us your questions about the symposium and we’ll respond promptly with the information you need.
Where
180 Aragon Ave
Coral Gables, FL 33134
When
Saturday, April 18th and Sunday, 19th, 2026
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