Countdown to the In-Person Event
The North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (NANOS) is dedicated to achieving excellence in care of patients with neuro-ophthalmic diseases by the support and promotion of education, research, and the practice of neuro-ophthalmology.
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The NANOS 49th Annual Meeting will take place in person March 11-16, 2023 at the Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate in Orlando, FL. Those who can't attend the meeting in person will be offered an on-demand option with CME credits, April 5 - August 31, 2023. Please read below for important information and updates!
AWARD CEREMONY
Awards Ceremony has been moved from Wednesday to Saturday, March 11 and will be held during the Welcome Reception. Distinguished Service Award, Dr. Ivy Dreizin WIN Leadership Grant, Hoyt Lecture Award, Merit Awards, Pilot Research Grant, Lawton Smith Award (JNO), Top NOVEL Contributors, Travel Grant recipients, and Neuro-Ophthalmology Champion Award will be presented at the Welcome Reception.
NANOS OPEN MIC
This year, in recognition of the many musical talents of our members, we will hold this show-stopping open mic after the awards ceremony on Saturday, March 11th. We have rented a keyboard, drums, and bass. You are welcome to perform on your own or in a group. Get your performance ready and sign-up HERE!
POSTER SESSIONS
The Poster Sessions have been reimagined. Half of the Descriptive Studies abstracts will be presented as printed posters; the other half will be presented as ePosters with an abridged version of the ‘Better Poster’ format in an 8 1/2"x11" acrylic sign holder. All Analytical Studies will be presented as printed posters.
LIVE DONATION DRIVE
We are doing a live donation drive this year with a fundraising goal of $5,000. Watch out for an announcement closer to the meeting.
HOTEL INFORMATION
The meeting is scheduled to take place at the OMNI ORLANDO RESORT AT CHAMPIONSGATE in ORLANDO, FL. The NANOS Group Block is mostly sold out and we currently have a few rooms available for the nights of March 14th and 15th. Click here or call 800-843-6664 to book a room for one of these nights. A non-refundable deposit equal to one night’s stay is required to secure your reservation. The remaining rooms and Group Rate are available until 5:00 pm ET on February 15th. Need to book a room for longer? We recommend using your favorite hotel booking site or vacation home rental site (Air BnB, VRBO) to search for available accommodation. The hotel is located in ChampionsGate, FL and Davenport is nearby.
Say Goodnight to Hunger – Omni Hotels has partnered with Feeding America and will donate one meal for every Group Room Reservation actualized. Additionally, for stays of two nights or longer, when you opt out of housekeeping for your stay, Omni will donate a meal per day to our local communities.
Room Share - Please click here to access a Google doc, which is designed to connect attendees with one another in order to share accommodations at Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate. Please provide your full name, contact information, and other relevant comments. Use this document to directly connect with other people on the list looking for a roommate.
EXHIBIT AND SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES
Click here to view the Exhibit and Support Prospectus that provides unique opportunities to amplify your brand, establish your thought leadership and maximize your impact among neuro-ophthalmology professionals.
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SOCIAL
RECEPTIONS AND ENTERTAINMENT
NEW! Welcome Reception and Awards Ceremony – Reconnect with your NANOS colleagues during the reception from 6:00-7:30 pm. NEW THIS YEAR! Awards Ceremony will be at 7:30 pm. Distinguished Service Award, Dr. Ivy Dreizin WIN Leadership Grant, Hoyt Lecture Award, Merit Awards, Pilot Research Grant, Travel Grant recipients, and Thomas and Susan Carlow Young Investigator Award will be presented at the Welcome Reception. Heavy hors d'oeuvres buffet and two drink tickets included. Guest tickets available for $150.
Members in Training Reception – All Students, Residents, and Fellows-in-Training are invited to this reception on Sunday, March 12 from 5:45 - 6:45 pm. This reception is a great opportunity to network and connect with NANOS leadership and Fellowship Directors.
Meet the Poster Author: Analytical Studies Reception – Tuesday, March 14 from 6:00 - 8:30 pm. This is your chance to ask questions and learn more about the Analytical Studies posters. Heavy hors d’oeuvres buffet and two drink tickets included. Guest tickets are available for purchase for $150 with online registration or onsite.
Annual Banquet – Join us Wednesday, March 15 at 6:30 pm for a fun night of networking and dancing at the Annual Banquet! Abstract awards will be presented. Music and dancing begin at 7:30 pm. Guest tickets are available for purchase at $150 with online registration or onsite.
THINGS TO DO IN ORLANDO
Interested in organizing your own fun with your NANOS colleagues? Use this form to connect with each other to plan activities during free time.
Before purchasing any tickets, be sure to check the expiration dates and possible block out dates. It is recommended to wait until after January 1, 2023 to purchase Disney or Universal tickets.
NANOS GUEST AND CHILDREN POLICY
Only registered attendees are allowed to attend scientific sessions and meal functions (i.e. breakfasts, lunch, receptions and dinners). Guest tickets, including discounted children's tickets are available for Welcome Reception, Poster Reception and Annual Banquet.
Children under age 18 may not attend scientific/educational sessions.
Children may attend the Welcome Reception and Banquet when accompanied by a registered attendee.
Tickets for all guests, including children, are required and can be purchased onsite. Guest tickets for children are $50 for Welcome and Poster Receptions; $75 for Annual Banquet.
It’s highly recommended that children under 10 should not attend the Award Ceremony or should be under close supervision to minimize distractions.
HEALTH AND SAFETY MEASURES
At this time, there are no vaccine, negative tests, or mask requirements to attend the NANOS 49th Annual Meeting. NANOS reserves the right to implement COVID-19 precaution requirements should CDC, local, or venue guidance or restrictions change. NANOS strongly encourages all attendees to be vaccinated and boosted in accordance with CDC guidelines. Attendees should wear masks according to their personal comfort level, and out of consideration for others (not required).
Alexion, Astra Zeneca Rare Disease, Medical
Alexion, Astra Zeneca Rare Disease
Benign Essential Blepharospasm Ressearch Foundation
Catalyst Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Diagnosys LLC
EMD Serono
Fresnel Prism and Lens
GenSight Biologics
Horizon Therapeutics
JNO - Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology
LHON Project
M&S Technologies
machineMD
Mayo Clinic Laboratories
neuroClues (P3 Lab)
Nextech
Optomed USA
Stoke Therapeutics
The MOG Project
Thrive Health IV
Wolters Kluwer