SECO 2007, February 21-25, 2007, is around the corner. Registration begins November 1, 2007 for SECO 2007. The SECO 2007 Registration Brochure will be distributed shortly, in the meantime visit www.seco2007.com to download or view the Registration Brochure PDF document. The SECO 2007 Registration Brochure is filled with important information about SECO 2007, including the education programs, Optometry's Marketplace exhibitors, registration forms and general information.

Back by popular demand, the Special Topics Track continues to put you in the know about common and uncommon diseases and syndromes and how they may present themselves in your practice.

Here is a preview of the SECO 2007 topics.

Ehler's-Danlos: Making the Connection

Walter Mayo, OD

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) patients suffer from a seemingly unrelated set of orthopedic, dermatologic, cardiac, and other conditions. Undiagnosed EDS patients walk into almost every optometrist's office at one time or another. You can make an enormous impact in a young person's life by being the provider who finally recognizes this overlooked syndrome. Practitioner CD-ROMs from the National EDS Foundation will be provided.

Diabetes: From the Eye of the Beholder

A. Paul Chous, MA, OD

Get an insider's view of living with diabetes from an eye doctor who has the disease and also specializes in diabetic eye care. Learn the common mistakes made by our patients and how you can help them avoid these.

Rosacea Review

Joseph Pizzimenti, OD, FAAO

Rosacea is not actually a disease, but rather a chronic dermatologic condition that predominantly affects the face. The disease is diagnosed easily by clinical observation. This course will review the effective treatments of rosacea, including avoidance of triggers, topical and new oral antibiotic therapy, cosmetic surgery and more.

One of SECO's vital components for success is providing attendees with memorable networking events. In this area, SECO strives to provide numerous opportunities to socialize and network along with events that offer something for everyone to enjoy.

Things you will not want to miss at SECO 007:

"Shaken… Not Stirred" Opening Reception

Wednesday, 2/21/07; 8:00-9:00PM
The Opening Reception is an excellent time for you to catch up with old friends and make new ones after enjoying the first day of classes and getting settled into your hotel. Stop by the reception to grab a martini, appetizers, coffee and enjoy the ambience of the Omni's unique Atrium Terrace, overlooking the CNN Center and the sounds of the Joe Gransden jazz trio. A prize giveaway of hi-tech toys will highlight the end of the reception. The Opening Reception is supported in part by Signet Armorlite.

Party on Peachtree

Thursday, 2/22/07; 9:00PM-12:00AM
The Fur Bus is ready and waiting to take you to a party - a progressive party on Peachtree Street! Food & beverage specials are being arranged especially for SECO attendees at participating bars and restaurants located just minutes from the Omni, Marriott and Westin Peachtree Plaza. Catch the Fur Bus party shuttles in front of your hotel (Omni, Marriott Marquis & Westin Peachtree Plaza). The Bad Habits will be rocking it out at one of our participating venues, supported in part by Optos.

"Eye Spy" Party

Saturday, 2/24/07; 9:00PM-12:00AM
End SECO 2007 with a bang! "Eye Spy" features a themed party with light foods, open bar, and exotic distractions. This 007-themed event comes complete with casino games, Bond-girl extras and martinis. SECO will host the party at the Tabernacle, one of Atlanta's hottest event venues located next to Centennial Olympic Park. Explore The Tabernacle, a historic building that will be transformed into an exotic locale as you arrive dressed to kill. The Tabernacle's "Cotton Club" will be transformed into a Casino Royale, complete with casino tables and interactive entertainment. The main stage will feature the band, "Kingsized," while dancers and overhead aerial acrobatics provide peripheral attraction. Big Band and popular dance music will play throughout the night. There will be so much to see and do at this party - don't miss a minute of it!