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Upcoming International Events
USA: American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS 2025)
Start
25. April 2025
End
28. April 2025
Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA
From April 25 to 28, 2025, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) Annual Meeting is set to take place in Los Angeles, CA, USA, at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
This prestigious event serves as a leading platform for ophthalmic professionals to come together and explore the latest advancements in cataract and refractive surgery. Known for its comprehensive program, the ASCRS Annual Meeting brings together experts and practitioners to discuss state-of-the-art technologies, innovative surgical techniques, and groundbreaking scientific developments.
USA: Association for Research in Vision & Ophthalmology (ARVO 2025)
Start
4. May 2025
End
8. May 2025
Location: Salt Lake City, UT, USA
The ARVO Annual Meeting will take place from May 4–8 in Salt Lake City, Utah, with a focus on how vision research is being transformed by emerging technologies and data advancements.
The event is the premier global event for eye and vision scientists, attracting professionals at all career stages, including students and those from related fields, to present cutting-edge research and collaborate on innovative solutions.
Enhanced computing power is driving artificial intelligence and big data capabilities, while molecular innovations such as CRISPR, mRNA technologies, advanced imaging, virtual reality, and gene therapy breakthroughs are accelerating efforts to treat, cure, and ultimately prevent blinding eye diseases.
USA: ARVO 2025
Start
4. May 2025
End
8. May 2025
Location: Austin, USA, USA
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Greece: European Glaucoma Society (EGS) Meeting 2025
Start
30. May 2025
End
31. May 2025
Location: Thessaloniki, Greece
This meeting is set to take place in Thessaloniki, Greece, on May 30–31, 2025. The event will provide a platform for members to discuss advancements in glaucoma research and treatment
WHO IS THE IOA?
The IOA unites orthoptists worldwide, including clinicians, educators, researchers, and students. Dedicated to advancing education, research, and practice, the IOA promotes global collaboration, high professional standards, and improved eye care. Led by an International Council, it oversees initiatives like World Orthoptic Day, volunteer programs, and research projects, fostering innovation and unity to strengthen the orthoptic profession and address global vision health challenges.
WHAT IS THE IOA?
The IOA is a global organization advancing orthoptics, a specialized field of eye care. Founded in 1967, it promotes professional development, education, and research for orthoptists worldwide. Representing orthoptists across numerous countries, the IOA advocates for the highest standards in diagnosing and managing eye movement disorders and binocular vision problems, fostering excellence in patient care and global collaboration.
WHAT DOES THE IOA DO?
The IOA supports its members by enhancing the skills of orthoptic professionals. It establishes standards of excellence in specialized eye care and sets benchmarks for clinical practice, education, and research. Through this evidence-based approach, the IOA promotes continuous quality improvement to benefit patients, advance global orthoptic care, and foster collaboration among orthoptists worldwide to address evolving eye care challenges.
THE IOA World MAP
Member Associations from all arround the world. You’ll find the international contacts: here
