Therapy By The Sea

Join us for our annual Therapy By The Sea — the premier NJSOP in-person gathering for over 150 optometric professionals from New Jersey and surrounding states.  This year, we’re returning to the iconic Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Atlantic City for two days of outstanding continuing education, led by nationally recognized speakers. Enjoy dynamic networking opportunities, explore the latest industry trends in our exhibit hall, and connect with vendors during dedicated break times designed for meaningful engagement.  

Coming in July: Open Registration for Attendees
19 total credits available  

Attendee Pricing 

We offer registration options for CE attendees, students, and guests, available for single or multiple days. All registration includes access to the Exhibit Hall and food functions held within the hall on the day(s) covered by your registration. This includes attendees with complimentary registration. There is no additional fee for the passport challenge.

Click here to review all attendee pricing. 

Click here to review hotel details. 

Continuing Education Agenda 

Friday 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM:  Click here to review all Friday CE details.

1A - 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO, FORS, Dipl ABO, ABCMO and Roya Attar, OD, MBA, DHA,  FAAO
AMD Dry to Wet – Diagnosis and Management
2 hrs. NJSBO TPA Credit PENDING/CE Broker PENDING

2A – 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO, FORS, Dipl ABO, ABCMO and Roya Attar, OD, MBA, DHA, FAAO
Decoding the Retina: The Value of Genetic Testing in Inherent Retinal Disease
1 hour TPA Credit PENDING/CE Broker PENDING

3A – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO, FORS, Dipl ABO, ABCMO and Roya Attar, OD, MBA, DHA, FAAO
Diabetic Retinal Disasters - A Roadmap to Prevention - 2 hours TPA Credit PENDING/CE Broker PENDING

4A – 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Mohammad Rafieetary, OD, FAAO, FORS, Dipl ABO, ABCMO and Roya Attar, OD, MBA, DHA, FAAO
Practical Imaging for Posterior Segment Disease - 2 hours TPA Credit PENDING/CE Broker PENDING

Saturday Track A and B - 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM: Click here to review all Saturday CE options.

TRACK A:
5A - 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Christopher Wroten, OD, Dipl. ABO
The Diagnostic and Therapeutic Technology Every OD Should Have
1 hour TPA credit PENDING/CE BROKER PENDING

6A - 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Christopher Wroten, OD, Dipl. ABO
Lasers for Glaucoma
1 hr. NJSBO Oral Credit PENDING/ CE Broker PENDING

7A -12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Christopher Wroten, OD, Dipl. ABO
Believe It or Not!: Amazing Eye Tech, Astounding Therapies, & Pioneering Procedures-
2 hrs. NJSBO TPA Credit PENDING / CE Broker PENDING

 8A - 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Christopher Wroten, OD, Dipl. ABO
Anterior Segment Encyclopedia from A to Z 
2 hrs. NJSBO TPA Credit PENDING/CE Broker PENDING

TRACK B: 
5B - 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Tamara Petrosyan, OD, FOVDRA
Introduction to Vision Therapy Treatment Workshop
2 hrs. NJSBO Regular Credit PENDING / CE Broker Credit PENDING

6B -12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Kevin Chan, OD., MS, FAAO, IACMM
Modern Approach of Myopia Management Workshop
2 hrs. NJSBO Regular Credit PENDING / CE Broker Credit PENDING

7B -2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Maria Richman, OD, FAAO and Rodolfo Rodriguez, OD, Dipl. ABO
Pediatric Pharmacology
2 hrs. NJSBO Oral Credit PENDING / CE Broker PENDING

Meet the Speakers

We have seven fantastic speakers for this event. Click here to read about the Speakers.

Exhibit Hall Hours and Activities 

Friday September 19
8:30 AM – 7:00 PM – Exhibit Hall Open
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM – Buffet Breakfast
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM – Buffet Luncheon
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Reception

Saturday September 20
8:00 AM – 12:30 PM – Exhibit Hall Open
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM – Buffet Breakfast
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM – Buffet Brunch

Saturday September 20  - 7:00 AM
Richard J. Favreau OD, Health Foundation 5K Fun Run/Walk

Click here to review participation and sponsorship opportunities. 

Event Disclaimers: 
CE Credit:
Track A courses presented at this event will be New Jersey State Board of Optometrists (NJSBO) and CE Broker Approved only (and are non-COPE courses). Courses will be accepted for CE credit in NJ, NY, PA, and FL. If you are licensed in any other state, it is your responsibility to check with that state's Optometry Board to inquire if these courses will be accepted. Course outlines and speaker CV's will be added to the NJSOP event handout hub should you need to apply for approval for states not listed above. A separate email will be sent to all registrants with instructions for accessing the handout hub when content is available.

Track B courses will also be AOA-CPC approved in addition to NJSBO and CE Broker.

Refunds:
In the event a NJSOP continuing education event attendee wishes to rescind their event registration, refunds may be requested through email or by mail to NJSOP. Refund requests received at least 30 days or more before the event will receive a full refund. Requests made 14-29 days before the event will receive a 50% refund. Refunds will not be issued within 14 days of the event. However, registered attendees who experience an extenuating circumstance that prevents them from attending the event can request refund consideration via email or by mail. Refunds will be provided in the manner in which the registered attendee paid.

  Click here to review all NJSOP event disclaimers. 

Exhibitor Registration

Register Here!  

Connect with over 150 optometric professionals from New Jersey and surrounding states by exhibiting at Therapy By The Sea! Explore the links below for details on registration, pricing, sponsorship opportunities, and lodging information. Please review the Exhibit Hall Rules and Regulations before registering, as you’ll be asked to agree to them during the registration process.

2025 NJSOP Partners: Your exhibit registration is included in your partnership plan! Use the coupon code provided via an NJSOP email with your coupon to register at no cost. Questions can be sent to asknjsop@njsop.org 

Don’t miss the chance to get involved in the Richard J. Favreau, OD Foundation 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, September 20 at 7:00am  — a meaningful way to support a great cause while raising your company’s visibility. Learn more here.