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    On Friday Nov. 2, the president of the International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS), Renato Ambrosio Jr., MD, presented some of the profession’s most prestigious awards at Refractive Surgery Subspecialty Day 2023: Refractive GPT2023. Following are the awards and their recipients.

    A headshot of Roberto Pineda II, MD 2023 José I. Barraquer Lecture and Award: Roberto Pineda II, MD (United States). The José I. Barraquer Lecture and Award honors a physician who has made significant contributions in the field of refractive surgery during his or her career. This individual exemplifies the character and scientific dedication of Dr. José I. Barraquer—one of the founding fathers of refractive surgery, who innovated both in techniques and instrumentation. Attend the lecture. When: Sunday, Nov. 4, 2:44-3:04 p.m. Where: Esplanade Ballroom.
    A headshot of Lycia Maria Martins Pinho Pedral Sampaio, MD 2023 Annual Richard C. Troutman, MD, DSc (Hon) Prize: Lycia Maria Martins Pinho Pedral Sampaio, MD (Brazil). The Troutman Prize recognizes the scientific merit of a young author publishing in the Journal of Refractive Surgery. This prize honors Dr. Richard C. Troutman. 
    A headshot of Karolinne M. Rocha, MD 2023 Casebeer Award: Karolinne M. Rocha, MD (United States). The Casebeer Award, named in honor of Dr. J. Charles Casebeer, recognizes an individual for his or her outstanding contributions to refractive surgery through nontraditional research and development activities.
    A headshot of Deepinder K. Dhaliwal, MD 2023 Founders’ Award: Deepinder K. Dhaliwal, MD (United States). The Founders’ Award recognizes the vision and spirit of the society’s founders by honoring an ISRS member who has made extraordinary contributions to the growth and advancement of the society and its mission.
    A headshot of Maria A Henriquez, MD, PhD, MSc 2023 Kritzinger Memorial Award: Maria A Henriquez, MD, PhD, MSc (Peru). The Kritzinger Memorial Award recognizes an individual who embodies the clinical, educational, and investigative qualities of Dr. Michiel S. Kritzinger, who advanced the international practice of refractive surgery.
    A headshot of J. Bradley Randleman, MD 2023 Lans Distinguished Award: J. Bradley Randleman, MD (United States). The Lans Distinguished Award honors Dr. Leedert J. Lans. Given annually, this award recognizes an individual who has made innovative contributions to the field of refractive surgery, especially in the correction of astigmatism.
    A headshot of Renato Ambrosio Jr., MD, PhD 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award: Renato Ambrosio Jr., MD, PhD (Brazil). The Lifetime Achievement Award honors an ISRS member who has made significant and internationally recognized contributions to the advancement of refractive surgery during his or her career.
    A headshot of Steven E. Wilson, MD 2023 Presidential Recognition Award: Steven E. Wilson, MD (United States). “Dr. Wilson is a genuine refractive surgeon-scientist and professor who has trained dozens of refractive surgery fellows, receiving many of the most significant awards in our field, said Dr. Ambrosio. “Besides being a trained cornea and refractive surgeon, the contributions from Dr. Wilson’s lab to understanding corneal imaging and wound healing response have enhanced the safety and efficacy of refractive surgery. His recent work with topical Losartan for treating myofibroblast-related corneal fibrosis is paramount and recognized as a Noble award-deserving contribution.” 
    Torres 2023 Presidential Recognition Award: Ana Maria Torres (Colombia). “Ms. Torres has been involved in this organization since its early days with Prof. José I. Barraquer,” said Dr. Ambrosio. “Her enthusiasm and engagement have been instrumental in creating and promoting many organization programs, including the International Council. Her continuous work was also relevant to creating the new and independent International Society of Refractive Surgery as a spin-off of the Academy.”
    A headshot of Emilio A. Torres-Netto, MD, PhD 2023 Waring Memorial Award for a Young Ophthalmologist: Emilio A. Torres-Netto, MD, PhD (Switzerland). The Waring Memorial Award for a Young Ophthalmologist recognizes an ISRS member early in his or her career who has demonstrated a commitment to ISRS, as well as a commitment to the promulgation of knowledge and the practice of refractive surgery. This award honors Dr. George O. Waring III for his commitment to the profession and ISRS.

    This content is excerpted from the Friday/Saturday edition of AAO 2023 News, the newspaper distributed at the convention center. 

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