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Foundation Advisory Board
B. Thomas Hutchinson, MD, Chair
Tony McClellan, President
Kevin J. Buehler
David D. Goodwin
Hans R. Grieshaber
H. Dunbar Hoskins Jr., MD
Eugene S. Katz
James V. Mazzo
Charles R. Munnerlyn, PhD
Stephen A. Obstbaum, MD
Sushil K. Premchand
David E.I. Pyott, CBE
Timothy R.G. Sear
William Tasman, MD
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2011 Orbital Gala Silent Auction Preview
Orbital Gala guests will be able to bid on a variety of distinctive items, including
ophthalmic equipment, vacations, jewelry and much more. Purchase your Orbital Gala
ticket and enter your bids during the cocktail reception. All auction proceeds will
directly benefit the Academy's educational, quality of care research and service
programs. Below is just a small sampling of the exceptional items that will be featured
in this year's silent auction.
View all items in the Silent Auction Guide
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Selecta® II Laser System
Q-Switched Frequency-Doubled 532 nm ND:Yag
The Selecta II delivers effective treatment of open angle glaucoma with fewer side effects and greater cost savings. The system requires a dedicated Convergent Optics slit lamp (Haag-Streit BM/BQ-equivalent slit lamp with tonometer post; not included).
This refurbished unit comes with one-year warranty and includes shipping and installation within the continental U.S.
Visit Lumenis (Booth 1408) at the 2011 Annual Meeting to see the Selecta II.
Donated by Lumenis
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IOLMaster® 500
The IOLMaster 500 delivers high-precision IOL power calculations with exceptional convenience and offers a range of recognized formulas for the automatic calculation of the targeted IOL power.
After 11 years of clinical experience, the IOLMaster is the acknowledged standard for precise measurements, best cataract penetration and proven keratometry. The IOLMaster is the fastest optical biometer, and is the all-in-one solution for the cataract/refractive practice.
Visit Carl Zeiss Meditec (Booth 821) at the 2011 Annual Meeting to see the IOLMaster.
Donated by Carl Zeiss Meditec
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2012 Annual Meeting Stay at the Ritz-Carlton
Stay in style at next year's Annual Meeting! Enjoy a five-night stay at the world-class Ritz-Carlton Chicago, set atop Water Tower Place on prestigious North Michigan Avenue.
Donated by the Ritz-Carlton Chicago
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Escape to Paradise: Island of Nevis
Enjoy seven days of gorgeous views and island charm in a 2BR/2BA private home in the exotic British West Indies.
You'll have access to a swimming pool, restaurant, bar and beautiful gardens at the nearby Golden Rock Estate, set 1,000 feet above sea level by the edge of the rainforest.
Donated by Patricia Bonsall
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A Heavenly Week on Useppa Island
Relax during a seven-day stay at the charming Egret Cottage on the exclusive island of Useppa in beautiful Southern Florida. The 3 BR/3.5BA family holiday cottage overlooks the beach and Pine Island Sound.
Includes a kitchen, living room, beach-view dining area and a deck with three steps down to the beach. The cottage is situated on the gorgeous Pink Promenade, where you can stroll past banyan trees, oaks draped with Spanish moss and blooming orchids.
Donated by Tim and Judith Sear
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Colorado Ski Adventure in Breckenridge
Grab your gear and settle into this 3,000-square foot, 3BR/3BA log home – just a 5- to 10-minute drive from fantastic skiing on the Breckenridge slopes. Your seven-day stay includes use of a gourmet kitchen, deck, hot tub and six-bed bunk room.
Great hiking trails are just steps away. You can also hit the slopes at Keystone (20-minute drive), Copper Mountain (30-minute drive) and Vail (45-minute drive).
Donated by Ron and Wendy Pelton
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A Week of Luxury on Amelia Island
Enjoy seven relaxing days in an oceanfront 4BR/4BA condominium at Sea Chase on breathtaking Amelia Island off the coast of northeastern Florida. Located in an exclusive gated community at Summer Beach Resort, this gorgeous vacation home is within walking distance of a pool and tennis courts, and is close to golf, shopping, dining and the world-class Ritz-Carlton hotel.
Take a virtual tour
Donated by Mr. and Mrs. John Noonan
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Family Fun Getaway on Lake Arrowhead
Treat your family and friends to a perfect week on the shores of beautiful Lake Arrowhead, CA. A popular vacation destination for either summer fun or winter skiing, this four-level, 6 BR home comfortably sleeps 14 guests.
Includes a full kitchen, dining room, family room, billiard room and lakeview deck with Jacuzzi. Dining and shopping are nearby.
Donated by Kenneth J. Hoffer, MD and Marcia Hoffer
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Judith Ripka Jewelry
Judith Ripka's designs reflect her passion for fine jewelry, her enthusiasm for individualism and her commitment to timeless styling. Most recognized for 18K-gold pieces with a matte finish and her unique interpretation of rich-colored gemstones and rare diamonds, Judith Ripka strikes the perfect balance of uptown sophistication and downtown chic.
An assortment of pieces in all price ranges will be available for bidding.
Pieces displayed here are representative of the collection and are not necessarily what will be available at the event.
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Many more exciting items will be available at the silent auction!
Purchase your Orbital Gala ticket and join us in Orlando to place your bids.
To donate an item for the Orbital Gala silent auction, contact Karen Ito at kito@aao.org.
Charitable donations to the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology are tax deductible as provided by law. For tax purposes, your deduction is limited to the amount that exceeds the value of any goods or services received. It is the policy of the Foundation that a portion of the gifts and/or income there from is used to defray the costs of raising and administering the funds. The Foundation has been established as a 501(c)(3) for conducting non-profit, charitable, educational, and scientific activities. |
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