RESCHEDULED TO SPRING 2022
Description
Join the Foundation for Education and Research in Vision (FERV) for a unique virtual event benefitting University of Houston College of Optometry student scholarships. This inaugural fundraiser will explore the future of healthcare through legislation, regulations and eye care professional consolidation.
Agenda
| 7:00-7:05 pm | Welcome and Introductions Michael Twa, OD, PhD, FAAO Professor and Dean Humana Endowed Dean’s Chair in Optometry University of Houston College of Optometry Tom Annunziato, OD, FAAO President, Foundation for Education & Research in Vision John Coble, OD, FAAO Treasurer & Event Chair, Foundation for Education & Research in Vision | |
| 7:05-7:25 pm | Optometry’s Role in Healthcare from a National Perspective Senator John Boozman, OD United States Senator for Arkansas | |
| 7:25-8:15 pm | Regulatory Issues Affecting Healthcare and YOUR Practice Peter Cass, OD, ABO Diplomate Vice President for Development, Practice Compliance Solutions | |
| 8:15-8:45 pm | Private Equity: What does it mean for the profession? Hunter Puckett, JD Managing Director for Mergers & Acquisitions, HPC Puckett & Company | |
| 8:45-9:30 pm | Business After Hours Q&A with Dr. Cass and Mr. Puckett |
Optometrists in attendance will earn 2 general hours of continuing education.
Individual Tickets
Individual Support
Corporate Support
Individual event tickets in the amount of $150 are on sale now! Your purchase includes the opportunity to earn two general hours of CE credit and attend a special after hours Q&A session with our guest speakers.
Beyond event tickets, sponsorships in the amount of $1,000 are available for individual purchase. Contributions will be recognized:
- via e-blast marketing,
- on the FERV website, and
- during the Virtual Program.
Additionally, support includes one ticket to attend the virtual program via Zoom on November 16th.
Corporate sponsorships in the amount of $1,000 are available for purchase. Contributions will be recognized:
- via e-blast marketing,
- on the FERV website, and
- during the Virtual Program.
Corporate Sponsors will receive the program participant contact list for those who have opted-in to receiving company solicitations.
Choose “Optometry Student Scholarship Fund” under Select Gift Amount.
Net proceeds will benefit University of Houston College of Optometry (UHCO) student scholarships.
The Foundation for Education & Research in Vision (Texas 501c3) is an official Support Organization of UHCO.
Sponsors
Individual Supporters
Corporate Supporters
Dr. Tom Annunziato
Dr. John Coble
Dr. Mario Contaldi
Dr. Vissett Sun
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