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Vision Expo West ( VEW ) is nearly here and this year is going to be bigger than ever as 2013 marks the 25th anniversary of the event .
This year will feature several noteworthy events and special guests .
Last year more than 13,000 people visited the Sands Expo and Convention Centre in Las Vegas to learn about the latest technology and styles in the eyewear industry .
This year ' s event , held October 2 to 5 promises to be just as exciting and informative .
This year VEW has developed a collection of programs , education and events to address several key areas of concern in the industry including :
• Business Solutions
• Clinical / Medical
• Technology
• Contact Lenses .
Kirk Smick , founder of the Clayton Eye Centre and Chairman of The Vision Council said he and his team have carefully chosen a program that targets the issues eyecare professionals are dealing with everyday .
“ We want to make it easier for ECPs to create a customized learning strategy ,” said Smick .
The result is more than 325 hours of continuing education programs .
The areas of natural health will also be examined more closely this year as more patients look to alternative medicines to help with their medical conditions .
“ We will be offering a program on supplements ,” said Smick adding the Vision Council continues to look at patient wellness on an ongoing basis as it continues to develop curriculum over the year .
In addition , the event will also feature a ' Special Nutrition Program ' with special guest Dr . Laurie Capogna , author of Eyefoods , A Food Plan for Healthy Eyes .
New To You VEW will have countless new ways to network and educate this year . The Young Professionals Club is a free club for new ODs who have been out of school for five years or less .
Membership is ongoing and will be accepted leading up to the event .
With it comes several perks
36 OPTICAL PRISM | JULY / AUGUST 2013