Global Ophthalmology is slowly being recognized as a distinct field with its own challenges and skill set. Not only must you be well versed in clinical and surgical ophthalmology but also in public health, politics, policy, and education. Learn more at these AAO 2019 events.
Saturday, 12 October
Special Meeting and Event – Global Ophthalmology: An Emerging Field, Challenges and Pathways to Impact (SPE23) | 09:00 – 12:00 | South 304
Symposium – Closing the Gender Gap in Global Eye Care: Data and Solutions (SYM05) | 12:15 – 13:45 | South 152
Symposium – The Current Evidence Guiding Global Ophthalmology Practices: Where Are We and How Should We Prepare to Advance the Global Evidence Basis? (SYM08) | 14:00 – 15:30 | South 152
Learning Discussion – Global Ophthalmology – A Volunteer’s Perspective | 16:00 – 17:00 | Learning Lounge 3
Sunday, 13 October
Course – Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (LEC110)** | 09:00 – 11:15 | South 209-210
Lab – Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (LAB110A)* | 11:30 – 13:00 | South 7
Symposium – Addressing the Global Myopia Burden (SYM23) | 14:00 – 15:30 | West 3020
Symposium – Incorporating New Technology Into My Practice: When, How and Why? A Perspective From Global Leaders (SYM26) | 15:45 – 17:15 | West 2002
Monday, 14 October
Symposium – Global Forum – Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: Promise and Purpose for Global Ophthalmology (SYM31) and Volunteer Fair | 08:30 – 11:00 | South 151
Course – YOs in International Outreach and Training Opportunities (415)** | 09:00 – 10:00 | North 23
Course – The Clinical Translation of Deep Learning Technologies for Diabetic Retinopathy Screening in the Primary Care Clinics and National Screening Programs (455)** | 11:30 – 12:30 | West 2018
Symposium – Mobile Eye Technology: Top Apps, Innovations and Devices to Enhance Patient Care in the Digital Age (SYM41) | 12:15 – 13:45 | West 3014
Symposium – Dr. Allan Jensen and Claire Jensen Lecture in Professionalism and Ethics, "Ethical Aspects of Global Ophthalmic Practice" (SYM48) | 15:15 – 16:15 | West 2002
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