Twin Cities OSD Symposium 2025
Schedule
Sat, 06 Sep, 2025 at 07:15 am to Sun, 07 Sep, 2025 at 04:30 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Radisson Blu Mall of America | Bloomington, MN

About this Event
Twin Cities Ocular Surface Disease Symposium 2025
As the field of ocular surface disease (OSD) continues to advance, this symposium serves as a premier forum for education, innovation, and collaboration. Designed for practitioners committed to staying at the forefront of OSD diagnosis and treatment, the event offers:
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12 COPE-approved CE credits
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Cutting-edge insights from leading experts
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Hands-on exposure to the latest OSD treatments and innovations
With the growing interest in OSD management, this is a unique opportunity to expand your expertise and connect with industry leaders. Donβt miss this chance to enhance your clinical knowledge while engaging with top exhibitors presenting the latest advancements in ocular health.
Secure your spot today!

Saturday, September 7th
π: 08:00 AM
Opening Remarks | Breakfast Symposium
π: 08:30 AM
Lecture with David Hardten, MD
Info: Complications of Corneal Nerve Disease | David Hardten, MD
π: 09:00 AM
Panel Discussion
Info: Real World Complex OSD Case Presentations: In Office Treatment for The OSD
Patient with Comorbid Disease - Eyelid Debridement | Eyelid Hygiene | Eyelid
Warming Procedures | Meibomian Gland Probing | Meibomian Gland Expression
Moderator: Ahmad Fahmy, OD
Discussants: David Hardten, MD | Damon Dierker, OD | Jake Lang, OD
π: 10:00 AM
Workshop A:
Info: Eyelid Debridement | Eyelid Warming Procedures | Meibomian Gland Probing
Meibomian Gland Expression
Instructors: Ahmad Fahmy, OD | Jake Lang, OD | Damon Dierker, OD
π: 12:00 PM
Lunch Symposium
π: 01:00 PM
Innovation Panel
Info: Industry leaders and physicians discuss the future of OSD treatments and
research.
Moderator: Brad Fundingsland
Discussants: Ahmad Fahmy, OD | Laura Periman, MD | David Hardten, MD |
Damon Dierker, OD | Jake Lang, OD
π: 01:30 PM
Panel Discussion
Info: Real World Case Presentations and Debate: The Role of Nutrition and
Neurostimulation in OSD | Demodex Blepharitis | Ocular Mucosal Irrigation |
Lacrimal Dilation and Irrigation | Punctal Plug Insertion and Removal
Moderator: Ahmad Fahmy, OD
Discussants: Laura Periman,
π: 02:30 PM
Workshop B
Info: Demodex Blepharitis | Ocular Mucosal Irrigation | Lacrimal Dilation and Irrigation
Punctal Plug Insertion and Removal
Instructors: Ahmad Fahmy, OD | Hardeep Kataria, OD | Jake Lang, OD | Damon
Dierker, OD
π: 04:30 PM
Closing Remarks | Meet with Exhibitors
π: 05:00 PM
Dinner Symposium
Sunday, September 8th
π: 08:00 AM
Opening Remarks | Breakfast Symposium
π: 08:30 AM
Lecture with Laura Periman, MD
Info: Ocular Surface Inflammation and Itβs Most Common Origins
π: 09:00 AM
Panel Discussion: Drug Delivery and Anti-Inflammatory Control
Info: Inflammatory Control with Pertinent Diagnostics | Osmolarity | MMP-9 |
Lactoferrin | IgE | Corneal Sensitivity
π: 10:00 AM
Workshop C: Key Diagnostics in OSD Treatment, Corneal Sensitivity & more
Info: Key Diagnostics in OSD Treatment | Corneal Sensitivity | Osmolarity | MMP-9
Lactoferrin | IgE
π: 12:00 PM
Lunch Symposium
π: 01:00 PM
Panel Discussion
Info: Real World Case Presentations and Debate - The Role Regenerative Medicine,
Amniotic Membrane and Light Treatments in OSD
π: 02:00 PM
Workshop D
Info: Intense Pulsed Light | Low Light Level Therapy | Amniotic Membrane Insertion
and Removal
π: 04:00 PM
Closing Remarks and Adjourn
Where is it happening?
Radisson Blu Mall of America, 2100 Killebrew Drive, Bloomington, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 214.19 to USD 918.45
