The AAO Annual Meeting 2025 (American Academy of Ophthalmology) is set to be one of the biggest global gatherings for eye care professionals, ophthalmologists, and technology innovators. This year’s event will spotlight the latest advancements in diagnostic imaging, virtual reality visual field testing, surgical precision tools, and corneal treatment technologies like CXL (Corneal Crosslinking).
Among the most anticipated exhibitors is Virtual Field, a cutting-edge VR perimetry platform redefining how clinicians perform visual field testing with comfort, accuracy, and efficiency.
Here’s a full guide to help you plan your AAO 2025 experience — including dates, tickets, hotels, agenda highlights, and where to explore Virtual Field technology firsthand.
AAO Annual Meeting 2025 — Dates and Location
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- Dates: November 8–11, 2025
- Location: San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, California
- Pre-Meeting Subspecialty Days: November 6–7, 2025
The event will coincide with the ASOPRS Fall Scientific Symposium 2025, offering a seamless experience for professionals interested in both oculoplastics and diagnostic innovation such as virtual visual field and vision virtual reality systems.
Tickets and Registration
Registration Opens: July 2025
Early Bird Deadline: September 15, 2025
Ticket Categories
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- Member Full Access Pass: $895 (includes all scientific sessions & exhibits)
- Non-Member Professional: $1,195
- Residents/Fellows: $375
- Exhibit Hall Only: $200
You can register online via the AAO official website. For attendees interested in Virtual Field demonstrations, advance sign-ups are recommended as booth sessions often fill up early.
Hotel and Travel Information
The AAO Housing Desk provides discounted rates at select hotels near the convention center. Popular nearby hotels include:
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- Hilton San Diego Bayfront (connected to the venue)
- Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina
- Omni San Diego Hotel
- Pendry San Diego
Book early to secure accommodation close to both the AAO exhibit hall and Virtual Field booth.
AAO 2025 Schedule Highlights
The AAO 2025 agenda will cover an array of scientific sessions, workshops, and innovation showcases — all focusing on emerging trends in ophthalmology, diagnostics, and digital transformation.
Key Topics Include:
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- Advanced Diagnostic Imaging and AI Integration
- Next-Generation Visual Field Testing
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- Comparison of VR visual field technology with traditional perimetry.
- Live sessions on virtual reality perimetry workflow integration.
- Improvements in data accuracy and patient compliance through virtual reality.
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- Corneal and Anterior Segment Innovations
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- New research in Pachymetry, Keratometry, and CXL (Corneal Cross-linking).
- Post-refractive surgery stability and keratoconus management.
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- Tele-Ophthalmology and Remote Diagnostics
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- Using virtual perimetry and virtual visual field systems in telehealth environments.
- Medicare and insurance updates for virtual testing reimbursement.
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- Practice Growth and Revenue Optimization
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- How to integrate VR perimetry, Pachymeter, and biometry into value-based care models.
- Strategies for reducing claim denials and revenue leakage in diagnostic billing.
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Where to Find Virtual Field at AAO 2025
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- Exhibit Booth: Virtual Field — Booth #TBA, Exhibit Hall A, San Diego Convention Center
- Demo Sessions:
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- “Virtual Perimetry in the Modern Eye Care Practice” — Saturday, Nov 8 at 11:00 AM
- “VR Visual Field vs. Traditional Perimetry: Data Accuracy & Workflow Efficiency” — Sunday, Nov 9 at 2:00 PM
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- Virtual Access: Vision virtual reality demos will also be streamed for registered virtual attendees.
Visitors will experience Virtual Field’s advanced virtual reality visual field system — a portable, headset-based platform designed to perform CPT 92081–92083 testing anywhere, without bulky equipment.
Highlights include:
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- Portable VR perimetry setup
- Real-time fixation tracking
- EMR-integrated reports
- Seamless linkage with biometry, Pachymetry, and B-Scan data
Technology Showcase: From Biometry to CXL
The AAO Innovation Pavilion will feature hands-on demonstrations of complementary diagnostic and surgical tools that integrate with virtual field testing systems.
Must-see technologies include:
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- Biometry for precision IOL calculations.
- A-Scan and B-Scan ultrasound systems for ocular imaging.
- Pachymeter for corneal thickness measurement in glaucoma management.
- Keratometer for accurate corneal curvature evaluation.
- CXL (Corneal Crosslinking) or Corneal Cross-linking devices for corneal stabilization in keratoconus patients.
Together, these innovations represent the future of comprehensive, data-driven vision diagnostics.
Why Visit the Virtual Field Booth
Virtual Field is redefining how clinicians approach visual field testing. Unlike traditional static perimeters, its virtual reality perimetry technology delivers:
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- Enhanced portability — test anywhere, anytime.
- Patient comfort — immersive experience reduces fatigue.
- Accurate threshold mapping comparable to Humphrey results.
- Cost efficiency — lower setup and maintenance costs.
- Seamless integration with EMRs and diagnostics like biometry, A-Scan, and Pachymetry.
If your practice is considering transitioning from traditional perimetry to virtual reality, this is the perfect opportunity to see it live.
CME and Education Credits
Attendees can earn AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ by participating in clinical sessions, workshops, and technology demos, including those highlighting innovations in virtual visual field and VR perimetry.
AAO’s Continuing Education division ensures that all sessions align with current Medicare and CPT compliance standards.
The Future of Ophthalmology: A Virtual and Data-Driven Era
AAO 2025 highlights a new phase of digital transformation in eye care — one that merges diagnostic precision with virtual accessibility. With systems like Virtual Field, Pachymeter, biometry, and CXL converging under AI-enhanced workflows, clinicians can now provide personalized, efficient, and value-based eye care at scale.
As virtual reality visual field testing continues to evolve, expect virtual reality vision to play a key role in tele-ophthalmology, Medicare compliance, and global eye health accessibility.
Conclusion
The AAO Annual Meeting 2025 is more than a conference — it’s a glimpse into the future of ophthalmology. From virtual field innovation and biometry advancements to CXL breakthroughs, this year’s event is a must-attend for every clinician invested in precision diagnostics and practice growth. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience VR visual field and virtual perimetry firsthand — and see how vision virtual reality is reshaping diagnostic efficiency in 2025 and beyond.
