Welcome to CRU, where we bring together the brightest minds in eye care for a symposium committed to delivering Current, Relevant, and Useful (CRU) education. We’re excited to provide the ultimate learning experience for influential eye care professionals. Dive in and stay ahead with CRU!

Earn COPE or ACCME CE/CME credits.

CRU 2025

A symposium committed to providing current, relevant, useful (CRU) education to influential eye care professionals.

March 28–30, 2025

Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa

Program Co-Founders: Dr Stephanie Woo, Dr John Gelles, and Dr. Barry Eiden

Space is limited, register to join us in Napa Valley for CRU 2025 here.

  • Education

    Earn hours of innovative, COPE-approved continuing education. In-demand speakers and high-quality topics ensure you will leave this event with current, relevant, and useful information.

  • Good Vibes

    Escape to the natural beauty of California:
    Sunshine, rolling hills. relaxing energy.

    Take the opportunity to recharge–you deserve it.

  • Connect

    Rub shoulders with friends and colleagues! A variety of activities and social events allows plenty of opportunities for networking. It’s an amazing opportunity for one-on-one and small group conversations with some of the most influential people in eye care.

Meet Our Expert Co-Chairs

  • Stephanie L. Woo

    OD, FAAO, FSLS
    Contact Lens Institute of Nevada

  • John D. Gelles

    OD, FAAO, FIAOMC, FCLSA, FSLS
    Director, Specialty Contact Lens Division at The Cornea and Laser Eye Institute CLEI Center for Keratoconus

WHAT IS CRU?

Following the success of 2022 and 2023, we are proud to announce the next CRU Eye Symposium, set to take place in Napa Valley, California, in March 2025. This meeting was founded by Dr. Stephanie Woo, Dr. John Gelles, and Dr. Barry Eiden. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the attendees of the previous CRU Eye Symposia. Your presence, engagement, and contributions have made these events a resounding success. Thank you for being a part of this remarkable journey, and we look forward to welcoming you again.

CRU, an acronym for "Current, Relevant, and Useful," reflects the nature of the education shared during the event. This symposium is designed for eye care professionals and prioritizes interpersonal interactions, and striking the perfect balance between formal education and interactive experiences. Educational sessions and sponsor interactions will take place in the morning each day. Time is allocated for the Exhibitor Lounge and various leisure activities, with an interactive reception scheduled for Friday evening.

Esteemed speakers, clinicians, and researchers in the eye care field present on topics such as anterior segment disease, glaucoma, retina, advanced contact lenses, myopia management, and more. The CRU Eye Symposium aims to become the most significant annual conference for influential figures in the ophthalmic field. As we move forward, we are eager to continue fostering the spirit of collaboration and knowledge-sharing.

We are excited to see you in March 2025 for another enriching and inspiring event!

Earn CE/CME

Physicians' Education Resource®, LLC, is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Physicians’ Education Resource, LLC, is accredited by COPE to provide continued education to optometrists.

Acknowledgment of Educational Grant Support

This activity is supported by an educational grant from SCOPE Eyecare.

Additional support for the featured symposia is provided by educational grants from Dompé US, Inc; Glaukos Corporation; and Sun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.