OMED: Osteopathic Medical Conference & Expidition

 

 Specialty Affiliates

 

Events & Networking


Get the most out of your OMED experience by attending one of the special events planned during the conference. Join fellow colleagues who share your interest in golf or running, or enjoy great food and company at one of our receptions or dinner events.
Note: The symbol denotes kid-friendly events!

Special Events

Here are just a few of the events we have planned for OMED 2012:
 

OMED HELPING HANDS SERVICE PROJECT

Time and Location TBD 

MENTOR OF THE YEAR RECEPTION AND HONORS

Saturday, Oct. 6, 5:30-10:30 p.m.
Location TBA
This black-tie (encouraged) event, sponsored by the American Osteopathic Foundation (AOF), will showcase the stars of the osteopathic medical profession. Enjoy an evening of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dinner, and dancing.

 
AAOA FORE YOU GOLF TOURNAMENT
  
Sunday, Oct. 7, 7 a.m. (breakfast), 8 a.m. (tee time shotgun)
Location TBD
Registered golfers will receive transportation to the course, continental breakfast, range balls, a golf cart and lunch. Proceeds support AAOA non-profit programs and projects. Visit www.advocates4dos.org to learn more.
 
AOA WELCOME RECEPTION
Sunday, Oct. 7, 6-9 p.m.
Manchester Hyatt Hotel
Be sure to join your colleagues for the AOA Welcome Reception. Kick OMED 2012 off to a great start with food, drinks and a live band.
 
CAMP AOA 
Sunday, Oct. 7 - Tuesday, Nov. 11
San Diego Convention Center
Bringing the family to OMED this year? Send your kids to CAMP AOA! Kids ages six months through 12 years are invited to participate in age-appropriate activities, from arts and crafts projects to active games. Learn more and register.
 
 
SOMA RESIDENCY FAIR
 
 
Sunday, Oct. 7, 1-4 p.m.
San Diego Convention Center
The annual SOMA Residency Fair offers students the opportunity to network and meet with a variety of different residency programs from multiple locations and specialties.
 
 
OMED OPENING SESSION
 
Monday, Oct. 8, 8-9:30 a.m.
San Diego Convention Center
OMED's opening session will kick off Monday morning with a keynote address. Also during the session, the AOA will bestow its highest honor, the Distinguished Service Certificate, and present its George W. Northup Award. 
 
STILL FIT FOR LIFE 5K FUN RUN/WALK

Tuesday, Oct. 9, 6 a.m.
Location TBD
Lace up your tennis shoes and join us for this annual event organized by the Advocates for the American Osteopathic Association. You can choose to complete the full 5K or opt for a shorter 1.5 mile route. Visit www.advocates4dos.org for more information. 

WEDNESDAY KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Wednesday, Oct. 10, 8-9 a.m.
San Diego Convention Center
Speaker TBD