EyeWorld Asia-Pacific September 2019 Issue

16 Focused and Relevant MasterClasses! Next year’s MasterClasses cover the hottest topics in ophthalmic surgery today such as Mastering IOL Fixation, Biometry, Toric IOLs, MIGS, Endothelial Keratoplasty, Paediatric Cataract Surgery, Vitrectomy for Anterior Segment Surgeons, Myopia, Ocular Trauma, and more... LIVE SURGERY/VIDEO SYMPOSIA Many innovative technologies will be demonstrated in a comprehensive and interactive live surgery/video symposia sponsored by industry. PHACO ESSENTIALS Top level experts will provide most up-to-date and comprehensive teaching on the various steps in phaco ranging from biometry to surgical steps. Expect a fast and furious session from top international phaco surgeons. SUBSPECIALTY SYMPOSIA A series of symposia hosted by the Singapore National Eye Centre covering surgical and medical retina, glaucoma, myopia, oculoplastic and Neuro-ophthalmology. APACRS FILM FESTIVAL The APACRS Film Festival promises to be both entertaining and educational, displaying new innovations and breakthroughs in ophthalmic surgery. The winning film in each category will be shown in full and judges will discuss the film with the producers. APACRS LIM LECTURE Dr. Ike Ahmed will present the 2020 APACRS LIM Lecture at the Opening Ceremony of the 33rd APACRS annual meeting. Dr. Ahmed is world-renowned for his skills and has been at the leading edge of novel treatments for glaucoma, cataract and lens implant surgery. He has done pioneering work in innovative glaucoma surgery, developing and coining the term microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) as a new genre in surgical approaches and devices. TOP GUN – Top Cataract Surgery Tips This video session features some of the most renowned cataract surgeons, each offering a practical cataract surgery tip that surgeons can use immediately on their next visit to the operating theatre. NURSING AND ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Nurses and Allied Health Professionals play a critical role and are integral to enhancing the overall patient experience. This meeting offers a wonderful opportunity for them to share experience and take home pearls of wisdom which are practical and applicable to ophthalmic practice. PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION Many ophthalmologists are talented photographers. All registered delegates will be invited to participate in a photography competition. Attractive prizes to be won! 9 - 11 July 2020 Singapore 9 - 11 July 2020 Singapore www.apacrs.snec2020.org Supported by: College of Ophthalmologists Academy of Medicine, Singapore Program Highlights