April 17, 2026
GSLS 2026 Recap
A new venue provided the backdrop for another education-filled event.
2026 Global Specialty Lens Symposium
January 07, 2026 - January 10, 2026
Las Vegas, Nevada
We're Heading to Paris Las Vegas! Join us at Global Specialty Lens Symposium (GSLS) 2026 for the premier event for contact lens professionals. You'll earn CE credits, network with peers, and gain insights that you can bring back to your practice. Stay tuned for more exciting details and why you don't want to miss out on GSLS 2026 taking place Jan. 7-10 at Paris Las Vegas!
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