DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Strabismus Surgery (Two-Muscle) Wetlab

Wetlab Wetlab Wetlab 15:30 – 17:00
Instructors
Ali Mafrachi
Andrew Malem
Fyqah Almhmoudi
Imran Jawaid
Laila Ababneh
Mostafa Azzab
Qusai Zuraikat
Sandeep Thirumalai
Sonia Mamouni
Tulka Car
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Rethinking Strabismus

Left Channel Pediatric Ophthalmology Session 14:00 – 15:00
Moderator
Ashwaq Bin Amro
Panelists
Dina Hossam
Laila Ababneh
Sonal Kaizad Farzavandi

Session Details

14:00 – 14:08
Ashwaq Bin Amro
Controversies in infantile esotropia
Ashwaq Bin Amro UAE
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14:08 – 14:10
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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14:10 – 14:18
Sonal Kaizad Farzavandi
Strabismus re-operations: Points to ponder
Sonal Kaizad Farzavandi Singapore
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14:18 – 14:20
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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14:20 – 14:28
Dina Hossam
The superior oblique dilemma: When and how to operate
Dina Hossam Egypt
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14:28 – 14:30
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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14:30 – 14:38
Sonal Kaizad Farzavandi
Lessons learned in thyroid myopathy
Sonal Kaizad Farzavandi Singapore
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14:38 – 14:40
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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14:40 – 14:48
Mostafa Azzab
Intraoperative surprises
Mostafa Azzab Egypt
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14:48 – 14:50
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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14:50 – 14:58
Sonal Kaizad Farzavandi
How far can we manipulate the obliques
Sonal Kaizad Farzavandi Singapore
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14:58 – 15:00
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Myopia Control: Slowing The Curve

Workshop 1 Pediatric Ophthalmology Workshop 12:30 – 13:30
Moderator
Laila Ababneh
Panelists
Andrew Malem
Carla Lanca
Imran Jawaid

Session Details

12:30 – 12:37
Imran Jawaid
Atropine in myopia control: Strengths, limitations, and patient selection
Imran Jawaid UAE
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12:37 – 12:39
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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12:39 – 12:46
Andrew Malem
Optical myopia control: Ortho-K, DIMS, HAL, and beyond
Andrew Malem UAE
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12:46 – 12:48
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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12:48 – 12:55
Laila Ababneh
Myopia control beyond guidelines: Non-responders and atypical cases
Laila Ababneh UAE
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12:55 – 12:57
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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12:57 – 13:04
Carla Lanca
Light-based interventions for myopia control: Evidence, safety, and controversies
Carla Lanca UAE
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13:04 – 13:06
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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13:06 – 13:30
Panel Discussion
Take the answer from the experts
Questions and Panel Discussion
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Pearls in Pediatric Anterior Segment

Right Channel Pediatric Ophthalmology Session 10:00 – 11:00
Moderator
Muhammad Irfan Khan
Panelists
Arif Khan
Dina Hossam
Peter Chang
Sandeep Thirumalai

Session Details

10:00 – 10:06
Arif Khan
My approach to anterior segment dysgenesis
Arif Khan UAE
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10:06 – 10:08
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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10:08 – 10:14
Peter Chang
Lens morphology variation in pediatric eyes
Peter Chang
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10:14 – 10:16
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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10:16 – 10:22
Sandeep Thirumalai
Cataract management in pediatric uveitis
Sandeep Thirumalai
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10:22 – 10:24
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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10:24 – 10:30
Muhammad Irfan Khan
Pediatric traumatic cataract: Expect the unexpected
Muhammad Irfan Khan UAE
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10:30 – 10:32
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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10:32 – 10:38
Dina Hossam
Iris-claw lenses in pediatric aphakia without capsular support
Dina Hossam Egypt
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10:38 – 10:40
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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10:40 – 10:46
Tulka Car
Practical management of posterior lenticonus and lentiglobus cataract
Tulka Car
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10:46 – 10:48
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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10:48 – 10:54
Peter Chang
Re-intervention in congenital glaucoma after primary failure
Peter Chang
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10:54 – 10:56
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

A Practical Guide to Pediatric Retina

Novelty Pediatric Ophthalmology Session 14:30 – 15:30
Moderator
Dina Hossam
Panelists
Fyqah Almhmoudi
Hua Hong-Uyen
Muhammad Irfan Khan
Zabila Khan

Session Details

14:30 – 14:40
Hua Hong-Uyen
ROP screening and management
Hua Hong-Uyen
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14:40 – 14:42
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
14:42 – 14:52
Fyqah Almhmoudi
Approach to retinal dystrophies
Fyqah Almhmoudi KSA
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14:52 – 14:54
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
14:54 – 15:04
Fyqah Almhmoudi
Cases not to miss: Ocular association to systemic diseases
Fyqah Almhmoudi KSA
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15:04 – 15:06
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
15:06 – 15:16
Dina Hossam
The evolving role of intra-arterial chemotherapy and brachytherapy in retinoblastoma
Dina Hossam Egypt
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15:16 – 15:18
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
15:18 – 15:28
Zabila Khan
Clinical outcomes for gene therapy for RPE65-related retinal dystrophy in the UAE
Zabila Khan UAE
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15:28 – 15:30
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Pediatric Oculoplastic: Vision Loss & Vision Restoration

Right Channel Oculoplasty Session 10:00 – 11:00
Moderator
Vinod Gauba
Panelists
David Tse
Habibullah Eatamadi
Walid

Session Details

10:00 – 10:10
Shamna
Eye trauma review in UAE
Shamna
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10:10 – 10:20
Fatima Habroosh
Enucleation in pediatric patients: When and how?
Fatima Habroosh UAE
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10:20 – 10:30
David Tse
Whole eye transplant
David Tse
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10:30 – 10:40
David Tse
3D orbital motility exenteration
David Tse
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10:40 – 10:50
Walid
Controversies on traumatic optic neuropathy
Walid
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10:50 – 11:00
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Pecha Kucha (Glaucoma)

Right Channel Glaucoma Session 12:30 – 13:00

Session Details

12:30 – 12:35
TBA
Early surgery in moderate glaucoma
TBA
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12:35 – 12:40
TBA
MIGS as initial surgical strategy in advanced glaucoma
TBA
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12:40 – 12:45
TBA
Tube shunt vs trabeculectomy as first-line incisional surgery
TBA
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12:45 – 12:50
TBA
Treat structural progression without visual field loss
TBA
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12:50 – 12:55
TBA
Mean IOP reduction vs IOP fluctuation in advanced glaucoma
TBA
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12:55 – 13:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Retina Debates: Retina Rumble: The Great Debate Area

Left Channel Surgical Retina Session 09:00 – 10:00
Moderator
Maysoon Al Karam
Panelists
Nazimul Hussain
Stela Vujosevic
Vasu Kumar

Session Details

09:00 – 09:15
Aniruddha Agarwal
Complement inhibition in AMD: The next frontier or dead end?
Aniruddha Agarwal UAE
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09:00 – 09:15
Piergiorgio Neri
Complement inhibition in AMD: The next frontier or dead end?
Piergiorgio Neri UAE
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09:15 – 09:30
Nicola Ghazi
Heavy liquids and silicone oil in vitrectomy: Game changers or overhyped
Nicola Ghazi UAE
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09:15 – 09:30
Mohammed Alkaabi
Heavy liquids and silicone oil in vitrectomy: Game changers or overhyped
Mohammed Alkaabi UAE
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09:30 – 09:45
Mohit Jain
Long-acting steroids vs newer Anti-VEGF agents for DME: Who wins?
Mohit Jain UAE
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09:30 – 09:45
Mohamed Naeem Naser
Long-acting steroids vs newer Anti-VEGF agents for DME: Who wins?
Mohamed Naeem Naser
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09:45 – 10:00
Hua Hong-Uyen
Immediate re-surgery in recurrent rhegmatogenous retinal detachments: Heroic or risky?
Hua Hong-Uyen
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09:45 – 10:00
Ibraheem El Ghrably
Immediate re-surgery in recurrent rhegmatogenous retinal detachments: Heroic or risky?
Ibraheem El Ghrably UAE
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Learning from Experience

Novelty Orthoptics Session 09:00 – 10:00
Moderator
Khumara Khan
Panelists
Arif Khan
Claudine Wallace
Hassan Salem
Sharon Hussain

Session Details

09:00 – 09:10
Khumara Khan
Eyes under deficit
Khumara Khan UAE
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09:10 – 09:20
Laila Ababneh
What alignment taught me about misalignment
Laila Ababneh UAE
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09:20 – 09:30
Hassan Salem
Details that matter
Hassan Salem UAE
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09:30 – 09:40
Sharon Hussain
More than a squint: Lessons from a complex pediatric patient
Sharon Hussain Qatar
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09:40 – 09:50
Sandeep Thirumalai
Seeing double with a twist (not the fun kind)
Sandeep Thirumalai
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09:50 – 10:00
Sonal Rathod
An unexpected recovery
Sonal RathodUAE
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DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Ocular Radiology: CT & MRI Interpretation for the Ophthalmologist

Workshop 1 Ocular Radiology Workshop 09:00 – 12:00

Session Details

09:00 – 09:35
TBA
Foundations of ocular & orbital imaging
- CT vs MRI: Indications, strengths and limitations
- Imaging planes and orientation
- CT basics: Bone vs soft tissue window, density concepts
- MRI basics: T1, T2, FLAIR, DWI, GRE, contrast enhancement
- Normal ocular, orbital and optic nerve anatomy
- Imaging red flags for ophthalmologists
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09:35 – 10:20
TBA
Ocular, orbital & brain tumors
- Intraocular tumors: Retinoblastoma, uveal melanoma
- Orbital tumors: Cavernous hemangioma, lymphoma
- Optic nerve glioma and meningioma
- Lacrimal gland lesions
- Parasellar and pituitary tumors with ocular presentation
- Imaging features suggesting malignancy
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10:20 – 10:30
Break
Break
Break
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10:30 – 11:05
TBA
Vascular & neuro-ophthalmic imaging
- Carotid-cavernous fistula
- Cavernous sinus thrombosis
- Orbital varices
- Aneurysms and AVMs affecting vision
- Stroke patterns relevant to ophthalmology
- CTA and MRA indications
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11:05 – 11:35
TBA
Extraocular muscles & inflammatory disorders
- Thyroid eye disease: Active vs fibrotic phase
- Muscle belly vs tendon involvement
- Idiopathic orbital inflammatory disease
- Myositis and orbital pseudotumor
- Imaging clues that alter management
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11:35 – 11:55
TBA
Trauma, foreign bodies & emergency imaging
- Orbital fractures and muscle entrapment
- Intraocular and intraorbital foreign bodies
- Globe rupture imaging signs
- MRI contraindications
- Preoperative imaging pearls
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11:55 – 12:00
Discussion
Key take-home messages & discussion
- Imaging request checklist
- Key red flags not to miss
- Q&A
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Genotypes, Fenotypes, Patterns, and Disguises: The Many Faces of Uveitis

Right Channel Uveitis Session 15:00 – 16:00
Chairpersons
Abdulrahman Albloushi
Sheikha Noura Alqassimi

Session Details

15:00 – 15:12
Carlos Pavesio
Birdshot state of the art: HLA-A29-associated uveitis (aka birdshot retinochoroiditis): State of the art
Carlos Pavesio
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15:12 – 15:24
Fahd Quhill
HLA-B27: Decoding HLA-B27 uveitis
Fahd Quhill UAE
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15:24 – 15:36
Abdulrahman Albloushi
New insight on uveitis in brain disorders: New perspectives on uveitis associated with brain disorders
Abdulrahman Albloushi KSA
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15:36 – 15:48
Piergiorgio Neri
Pediatric pseudouveitis: The Kiddos masquerade party
Piergiorgio Neri
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15:48 – 16:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

High-Risk Corneal Reconstruction: From Challenging PK to Kpro

Right Channel Cornea Session 02:00 – 03:00

Session Details

02:00 – 02:08
TBA
When PK is no longer straightforward
TBA
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02:08 – 02:16
TBA
Managing complex DALK cases
TBA
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02:16 – 02:24
TBA
Beyond the routine: Managing challenging endothelial keratoplasty cases
TBA
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02:24 – 02:32
TBA
Boston keratoprosthesis – Indications, techniques, and outcomes
TBA
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02:32 – 02:40
TBA
Tooth-in-eye
TBA
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02:40 – 02:48
TBA
Management of corneal melting in keratoprostheses
TBA
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02:48 – 03:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Orbit Session: New Development

Right Channel Oculoplasty Session 01:00 – 02:00
Moderator
Khaled Abuhaleeqa
Panelists
Fatima Habroosh
Hachemi Nezzar
John Devine
Peter Chang

Session Details

01:00 – 01:15
Kelvin Kam Lung Chong
Endoscopy in oculoplastic: The good the bad, the future
Kelvin Kam Lung Chong Hong Kong
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01:15 – 01:25
Kelvin Kam Lung Chong
Medical decompression in low CAS progressive TED
Kelvin Kam Lung Chong Hong Kong
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01:25 – 01:35
Hachemi Nezzar
Image guided orbit surgery
Hachemi Nezzar UAE
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01:35 – 01:50
John Devine
Orbital traumatology: New developments, surgical planning, 3D-implant printing
John Devine
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01:50 – 02:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

The Curious Case of Neurosensory Retina and Retinal Vessels

Left Channel Medical Retina Session 01:00 – 02:00
Moderator
Sashwanthi Mohan
Panelists
Maysoon Al Karam
Piergiorgio Neri

Session Details

01:00 – 01:10
Alaa Attawan
Lost in the sea: Decoding PEVAC, RIPL and PAMM
Alaa Attawan UAE
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01:10 – 01:20
Stela Vujosevic
Treasure maps in the retina – Imaging microvascular changes in DME
Stela Vujosevic
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01:20 – 01:30
Fahd Quhill
DME and traction: Which enemy to sink first
Fahd Quhill UAE
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01:30 – 01:40
Jay Kalliath
Widefield angiography and OCTA in DR and RVOs
Jay Kalliath UAE
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01:40 – 01:50
Omar Alnahrawy
DRIL and EIFL: Buried riches or old shipwrecks?
Omar Alnahrawy
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01:50 – 02:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Managing The Unexpected

Left Channel Orthoptics Session 13:30 – 14:30
Moderator
Zabila Khan
Panelists
Arif Khan
Charlotte Codina
Craig Murray
Fiona Rowe

Session Details

13:30 – 13:40
Fiona Rowe
Missed diagnosis and atypical management of bilateral third nerve palsy
Fiona Rowe UK
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13:40 – 13:50
Zabila Khan
Uncovering the unusual
Zabila Khan UAE
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13:50 – 14:00
Arif Khan
More than meets the eye
Arif Khan UAE
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14:00 – 14:10
Neda Qurashi
The unseen clue
Neda Qurashi UK
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14:10 – 14:20
Charlotte Codina
CVI unplugged: Cases that surprise
Charlotte Codina UK
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14:20 – 14:30
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Publication Ethics & Paper Retraction in Ophthalmology

Workshop 2 Call for Science Workshop 13:30 – 14:30

Session Details

13:30 – 14:30
Fatemeh Heidary
Publication ethics and paper retraction in ophthalmology
Fatemeh Heidary Australia
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

ESCRS Session: ESCRS Guidelines in Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Main Hall ESCRS Session 15:30 – 16:30

Session Details

15:30 – 15:45
Sotiria Palioura
ESCRS guidelines in cataract surgery
Sotiria Palioura USA
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15:45 – 16:00
Artemis Matsou
ESCRS guidelines in refractive surgery
Artemis Matsou UK
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16:00 – 16:15
Andreia Rosa
ESCRS guidelines: The grey zones
Andreia Rosa Portugal
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16:15 – 16:30
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

In-Depth Session (6)

Main Hall In-Depth Session 16:30 – 17:00

Session Details

16:30 – 17:00
Stela Vujosevic
In-Depth Session (6)
Stela Vujosevic
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Ophthalmic Imaging: Mastering The Basics

Workshop 1 Nursing Workshop 15:00 – 16:00
Moderator
John Mikko Jeromme

Session Details

15:00 – 15:10
Khalid Qadha
Ocular ultrasound: Understanding the basics
Khalid Qadha UAE
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15:10 – 15:20
Haneen Harb
Fundus photography: Journey to the back of the eye
Haneen Harb
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15:10 – 15:20
Tahani Hijji
Fundus photography: Journey to the back of the eye
Tahani Hijji UAE
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15:20 – 15:30
Elizabeth Woodstock
OCT: Practical acquisition tips for clinicians
Elizabeth Woodstock
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15:30 – 15:40
John Mikko Jeromme
Mapping your sight: Basics of perimetry / visual field testing
John Mikko Jeromme UAE
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15:40 – 16:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Rapid Fire: Case Presentations

Novelty Optometry Session 13:30 – 14:30
Moderator
Ola Azzam
Panelists
Devakani Suresh Kumar
James Wolffsohn
Zoelfigar Mohamed

Session Details

13:30 – 13:42
Zachary Cairns
Red herring
Zachary Cairns UAE
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13:42 – 13:54
Kiranmayi Chappidi
Case by case: Unlocking the art of scleral lens fitting
Kiranmayi Chappidi India
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13:54 – 14:06
Jameel Rizwana Hussaindeen
The puzzle: Challenges in spectacle prescribing
Jameel Rizwana Hussaindeen UAE
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14:06 – 14:18
Yaseen Moussa
Tools of interpretation
Yaseen Moussa
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14:18 – 14:30
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Simplifying Binocular Vision

Workshop 1 Orthoptics Workshop 12:30 – 13:30
Moderator
Ons Lahouimel

Session Details

12:30 – 12:50
Fahima Karolia
Simplifying BSV
Fahima Karolia UAE
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12:50 – 13:10
Sabeen Waqar
Evaluating BSV
Sabeen Waqar UAE
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13:10 – 13:30
Ons Lahouimel
BSV in action
Ons Lahouimel UAE
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13:10 – 13:30
Dana Al Khatib
BSV in action
Dana Al Khatib
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Eyes on The Future

Novelty Orthoptics Session 10:30 – 11:30
Moderator
Katy Naylor
Panelists
Andrew Malem
Carla Lanca
Claudine Wallace
Craig Murray

Session Details

10:30 – 10:40
Andrew Malem
ChatGPT will see you now
Andrew Malem UAE
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10:40 – 10:50
Imran Jawaid
Managing amblyopia in 2026
Imran Jawaid UAE
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10:50 – 11:00
Carla Lanca
Putting research into practice
Carla Lanca UAE
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11:00 – 11:10
Claudine Wallace
Advancing ophthalmic education
Claudine Wallace UK
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11:10 – 11:20
Katy Naylor
Building the UAE’s next generation workforce through education
Katy Naylor
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11:20 – 11:30
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Exploring Neuro-Visual Disorders

Workshop 1 Orthoptics Session 09:00 – 10:00
Moderator
Sabeen Waqar

Session Details

09:00 – 09:20
Charlotte Codina
CVI and neurodivergence: A clinical review
Charlotte Codina UK
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09:20 – 09:40
Fiona Rowe
Bedside neurological testing of adults and children
Fiona Rowe UK
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09:40 – 09:50
Natasha Barrow
Seeing after stroke
Natasha Barrow UAE
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09:50 – 10:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Noor Dubai

Novelty Noor Dubai Session 09:00 – 09:30

Session Details

09:00 – 09:30
Manal Taryam
Noor Dubai
Manal Taryam UAE
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Corticosteroids in Neuro-Ophthalmology: When to Use Them

Left Channel Neuro-Ophthalmology Session 12:30 – 13:30
Moderator
Sumayya Almarzooqi
Panelists
Alaa Bou Ghannam
Luai Eldweik
Raed Behbehani
Salma Yassine

Session Details

12:30 – 12:37
Salma Yassine
Do we need to treat all patients with optic neuritis
Salma Yassine UAE
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12:37 – 12:40
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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12:40 – 12:47
Sumayya Almarzooqi
Is there really a role for steroids in idiopathic intracranial hypertension
Sumayya Almarzooqi UAE
→
12:47 – 12:50
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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12:50 – 12:57
Alaa Bou Ghannam
Non-arteritic ischemic optic neuropathy and the role of steroids
Alaa Bou Ghannam Lebanon
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12:57 – 13:00
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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13:00 – 13:07
Raed Behbehani
When and how to start steroids safely in ocular myasthenia gravis
Raed Behbehani Kuwait
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13:07 – 13:10
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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13:10 – 13:17
Luai Eldweik
How should we treat with steroids in giant cell arteritis
Luai Eldweik UAE
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13:17 – 13:20
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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13:20 – 13:27
Alaa Bou Ghannam
Do steroids improve visual outcomes in traumatic optic neuropathy
Alaa Bou Ghannam Lebanon
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13:27 – 13:30
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Staying in Focus: Corrective Options

Workshop 1 Optometry Workshop 10:00 – 11:00
Moderator
Marese Keyser
Panelists
James Wolffsohn
Mona Marwan
Waleed Alghamdi

Session Details

10:00 – 10:12
Mona Marwan
The end of the frame: Surgical solutions for refractive surgery
Mona Marwan UAE
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10:12 – 10:24
TBA
Realistic expectations: Optimizing visual outcomes
TBA
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10:24 – 10:36
Kiranmayi Chappidi
PROSE in action: From indications to ideal fit
Kiranmayi Chappidi India
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10:36 – 10:48
James Wolffsohn
TFOS DEWS III: Evidence-based diagnosis and management
James Wolffsohn UK
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10:48 – 11:00
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Surgery and Beyond

Workshop 1 Nursing Workshop 09:00 – 10:00
Moderator
Alvin Talingting

Session Details

09:00 – 09:10
Estella Ivy Norico
Safe eyes, strong outcomes: Key considerations before and after glaucoma surgery
Estella Ivy Norico
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09:10 – 09:20
Merlany Tejada
All you need to know: Pre and post op care in oculoplastic surgeries
Merlany Tejada
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09:20 – 09:30
Joyce Mercado
Refractive surgery care: Do’s and don’ts
Joyce Mercado
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09:30 – 09:40
Cyndale Sabile
Gas, posturing and pressure: Critical pre and post op care for retina surgery
Cyndale Sabile
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09:40 – 10:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Trial by Fire: Overcoming Surgical Retina Obstacles

Right Channel Surgical Retina Session 09:00 – 10:00
Moderator
Noura Almansoori
Panelists
Ammar Safar
Essam Ruagh

Session Details

09:00 – 09:10
Nicola Ghazi
Combating pediatric macular holes
Nicola Ghazi UAE
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09:10 – 09:20
Hua Hong-Uyen
Current landscape of ROP surgery: Battleground strategies
Hua Hong-Uyen
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09:20 – 09:30
Ahmed Elbarky
The final verdict on which ERMs to peel
Ahmed Elbarky UAE
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09:30 – 09:40
Mohamed Alketbi
Code red: Tactical response to subretinal hemorrhage
Mohamed Alketbi UAE
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09:40 – 09:50
Prasan Rao
Behind enemy lines: Tackling PVR in retinal detachments
Prasan Rao
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09:50 – 10:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Neuro-Ophthalmology Meets Neuroradiology: What to Order and When

Left Channel Neuro-Ophthalmology Session 16:00 – 17:00
Moderator
Salma Yassine
Panelists
Alaa Bou Ghannam
Luai Eldweik
Raed Behbehani
Sumayya Almarzooqi

Session Details

16:00 – 16:07
Raed Behbehani
When do we need imaging in diplopia
Raed Behbehani Kuwait
→
16:07 – 16:10
Discussion
Discussion
Open discussion
→
16:10 – 16:17
Salma Yassine
Anisocoria and when imaging is required
Salma Yassine UAE
→
16:17 – 16:20
Discussion
Discussion
Open discussion
→
16:20 – 16:27
Sumayya Almarzooqi
Papilledema and what to image
Sumayya Almarzooqi UAE
→
16:27 – 16:30
Discussion
Discussion
Open discussion
→
16:30 – 16:37
Alaa Bou Ghannam
When should we image patients with nystagmus
Alaa Bou Ghannam Lebanon
→
16:37 – 16:40
Discussion
Discussion
Open discussion
→
16:40 – 16:47
Luai Eldweik
Optic atrophy and when to look deeper with imaging
Luai Eldweik UAE
→
16:47 – 16:50
Discussion
Discussion
Open discussion
→
16:50 – 16:57
Raed Behbehani
Do we need to image patients with transient visual loss
Raed Behbehani Kuwait
→
16:57 – 17:00
Discussion
Discussion
Open discussion
→
DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Lenticule Extraction for Refractive Correction: Principles, Technology, Surgical Technique, and Complication Management

Novelty Call For Science Session 15:30 – 16:30

Session Details

15:30 – 16:30
Wajdene Gohuali
Lenticule extraction for refractive correction: Principles, technology, surgical technique, and complication management
Wajdene Gohuali France
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DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Outer Retina and Choroid Made Easy

Right Channel Medical Retina Session 14:30 – 15:30
Moderator
Jay Kalliath
Panelists
Alaa Attawan
Mahmoud Elhelbawi
Sharif Issa

Session Details

14:30 – 14:40
Prasan Rao
PEDS and subretinal hyper-reflectivity: Who leaks and who stays quiet
Prasan Rao
→
14:40 – 14:50
Aniruddha Agarwal
ASHH, ORCA and BALAD: A guided tour through the outer retina
Aniruddha Agarwal UAE
→
14:50 – 15:00
Haytham Salti
OCT in AMD: Mapping clinical detection of MNV
Haytham Salti UAE
→
15:00 – 15:10
Amr Ayad
PDT or new Anti-VEGFs for PCV: Steering the course ahead
Amr Ayad UAE
→
15:10 – 15:20
Kanika Aggarwal
Winding roads of CSCR: Focus on the choroid
Kanika Aggarwal UAE
→
15:20 – 15:30
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Broadening the Scope of Ophthalmic Care

Novelty Orthoptics Session 11:00 – 12:00
Moderator
Sabeen Waqar
Panelists
Charlotte Codina
Claudine Wallace
Craig Murray
Fiona Rowe

Session Details

11:00 – 11:10
Fiona Rowe
Orthoptist’s role in the delivery of stroke services
Fiona Rowe UK
→
11:10 – 11:20
Charlotte Codina
Elevating care with advanced clinical practice
Charlotte Codina UK
→
11:20 – 11:30
Sabeen Waqar
Solving the puzzle
Sabeen Waqar UAE
→
11:30 – 11:40
Neda Qurashi
A silent signal
Neda Qurashi UK
→
11:40 – 11:50
Craig Murray
Upskilling the workforce
Craig Murray UK
→
11:50 – 12:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Beyond Labels: Personalizing Uveitis Care

Right Channel Uveitis Session 17:00 – 18:00
Chairperson
Carlos Pavesio
Sheikha Noura Alqassimi

Session Details

17:00 – 17:12
Carlos Pavesio
Autoimmune retinopathy: Where we are and what comes next
Carlos Pavesio
→
17:12 – 17:24
Aniruddha Agarwal
OCT state of the art: The deep layers of inflammation: From structure to strategy
Aniruddha Agarwal UAE
→
17:24 – 17:36
Abdulrahman Albloushi
New biomarkers for outcome predictors: VKH disease: Predictors of outcomes and unusual presentations
Abdulrahman Albloushi KSA
→
17:36 – 17:48
Piergiorgio Neri
BMI & drug distribution: The personalized dose: How the body shapes therapeutic response
Piergiorgio Neri
→
17:48 – 18:00
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Retinoblastoma in The Differential Diagnosis of Leukocoria

Workshop 1 Call for Science Workshop 13:30 – 14:30

Session Details

13:30 – 14:30
Ihab Saad Othman
Retinoblastoma in the differential diagnosis of leukocoria
Ihab Saad Othman Egypt
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DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Corneal Remodeling: Add, Remove, or Modulate?

Right Channel Cornea Session 13:30 – 14:30

Session Details

13:30 – 13:38
TBA
Surface ablation strategies for irregular corneas
TBA
→
13:38 – 13:46
TBA
Optimizing corneal cross-linking (CXL)
TBA
→
13:46 – 13:54
TBA
Synthetic corneal ring segments
TBA
→
13:54 – 14:02
TBA
Indications and patient selection: Who truly benefits from CAIRS?
TBA
→
14:02 – 14:10
TBA
Stromal lenticule addition keratoplasty – Restoring thickness
TBA
→
14:10 – 14:18
TBA
Corneal remodeling – Future innovations
TBA
→
14:18 – 14:30
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Going Premium IOL (Unlock The Potential)

Novelty Cataract Session 12:30 – 13:30

Session Details

12:30 – 12:42
TBA
Planning for premium
TBA
→
12:42 – 12:54
TBA
AS imaging: The blueprint for premium IOL
TBA
→
12:54 – 13:06
TBA
IOL selection and options
TBA
→
13:06 – 13:18
TBA
Dealing with unhappy patients
TBA
→
13:18 – 13:30
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Leadership and Business: Opposite Direction

Main Hall Leadership and Business Session 11:30 – 12:30
Moderators
Abdulla Naqi
Maysoon Al Karam

Session Details

11:30 – 11:45
Saleh Almessabi
Opposite direction
Saleh Almessabi UAE
→
11:45 – 12:00
Abdulaziz AlRajhi
Opposite direction
Abdulaziz AlRajhi KSA
→
12:00 – 12:15
Rashed Al Suwaidi
Opposite direction
Rashed Al Suwaidi UAE
→
12:15 – 12:30
Discussion
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

AI in Ophthalmology: Lead, Don’t Follow

Novelty Cornea Session 10:00 – 11:00

Session Details

10:00 – 10:12
TBA
AI tools for clinical workflow optimization in daily ophthalmic practice
TBA
→
10:12 – 10:24
TBA
AI tools for smarter clinical decision-making
TBA
→
10:24 – 10:36
TBA
AI tools for education and self-learning
TBA
→
10:36 – 10:48
TBA
AI tools for research productivity and scientific writing in ophthalmology
TBA
→
10:48 – 11:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Blink and you’ll Miss It: Rapid-Fire Solutions for Real Challenges

Left Channel Cataract Session 10:00 – 11:00

Session Details

10:00 – 10:04
TBA
Iris hooks how to hook
TBA
→
10:04 – 10:08
TBA
It is running! catch it
TBA
→
10:08 – 10:12
TBA
Can't see!
TBA
→
10:12 – 10:16
TBA
Convert or continue
TBA
→
10:16 – 10:20
TBA
White what to do?
TBA
→
10:20 – 10:24
TBA
Dealing with the plate (Hard cataract)
TBA
→
10:24 – 10:28
TBA
Ops I teared the capsule what is next
TBA
→
10:28 – 10:32
TBA
Dealing with the 3 piece IOL
TBA
→
10:32 – 10:36
TBA
Tips for capsular hooks
TBA
→
10:36 – 10:40
TBA
Things are shaky
TBA
→
10:40 – 10:44
TBA
The wobbly bag I need a CTR
TBA
→
10:44 – 11:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 2
SATURDAY
18 APRIL 2026

Contemporary Glaucoma Diagnosis and Medical Management

Left Channel Glaucoma Session 09:00 – 10:00

Session Details

09:00 – 09:10
TBA
Risk stratification and target IOP setting in glaucoma
TBA
→
09:10 – 09:20
TBA
OCT progression: What matters, what misleads, and what to ignore
TBA
→
09:20 – 09:30
TBA
AI in glaucoma diagnosis: Ready for prime time or still experimental?
TBA
→
09:30 – 09:40
TBA
Medical therapy in 2026: Drops, sustained delivery, and adherence reality
TBA
→
09:40 – 09:50
TBA
Normal-tension and low-pressure glaucoma: Rethinking management strategies
TBA
→
09:50 – 10:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Cataract Chronicles: The Hard, Soft, Little Pupil Adventures and more!
Cataract Capers: The Hard Truth, The Soft Solutions, and Pupil Problems!

Right Channel Cataract Session 16:00 – 17:00

Session Details

16:00 – 16:08
TBA
Too soft to handle: Tips for soft cataract
TBA
→
16:08 – 16:16
TBA
Tiny & mighty: Small pupil and floppy iris
TBA
→
16:16 – 16:24
TBA
Cataract crushers: Tips for hard cataract
TBA
→
16:24 – 16:32
TBA
Restoring sight to the surgeon: Cataract & corneal scar (Pathology)
TBA
→
16:32 – 16:40
TBA
Traumatic cataract pearls
TBA
→
16:40 – 16:48
TBA
MSICS: My tool kit
TBA
→
16:48 – 17:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Dry Eye Clinic: From Symptoms to Systems

Workshop 1 Dry Eye Workshop 15:30 – 17:00

Session Details

15:30 – 15:35
TBA
Welcome and session overview
TBA
→
15:35 – 15:45
TBA
Evidence-based framework for ocular surface disease (TFOS DEWS III)
TBA
→
15:45 – 15:55
TBA
Live demonstration: Tear film assessment (NIBUT and fluorescein TBUT / Staining)
TBA
→
15:55 – 16:40
TBA
Hands-on rotating stations (4 stations)
TBA
→
16:40 – 16:55
TBA
Clinical implementation: Workflow, documentation, and outcomes tracking
TBA
→
16:55 – 17:00
TBA
Key take-home algorithm and Q&A
TBA
→
DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Orbis Session

Left Channel Orbis Session 15:30 – 16:00

Session Details

15:30 – 16:00
Robert Walters
Orbis Session
Robert Walters UK
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DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Contact Lens: Scleral Mapping

Workshop 1 Optometry Workshop 14:30 – 15:30

Session Details

14:30 – 14:45
TBA
TBA
TBA
→
14:45 – 15:30
TBA
Hands-on session with devices
TBA
→
DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

The Ocular Surface Under Fire

Left Channel Cornea Session 14:30 – 15:30

Session Details

14:30 – 14:38
TBA
Breaking the inflammatory cycle in ocular surface disease
TBA
→
14:38 – 14:46
TBA
Demodex hunting: Unmasking the invisible
TBA
→
14:46 – 14:54
TBA
Diagnosis and management of cicatricial conjunctivitis
TBA
→
14:54 – 15:02
TBA
The pre refractive imperative: Diagnosing and taming the ocular surface fire
TBA
→
15:02 – 15:10
TBA
Ocular surface reconstruction & regenerative therapies
TBA
→
15:10 – 15:18
TBA
Management of ocular surface tumours
TBA
→
15:18 – 15:30
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

Ocular Radiology: CT & MRI Interpretation for the Ophthalmologist

Workshop 1 Ocular Radiology Workshop 09:00 – 12:00

Session Details

Session 1: Foundations of Ocular & Orbital Imaging
09:00 – 09:35
09:00 – 09:05
TBA
CT vs MRI: Indications, strengths and limitations
TBA
→
09:05 – 09:10
TBA
Imaging planes and orientation
TBA
→
09:10 – 09:15
TBA
CT basics: Bone vs soft tissue window, density concepts
TBA
→
09:15 – 09:20
TBA
MRI basics: T1, T2, FLAIR, DWI, GRE, contrast enhancement
TBA
→
09:20 – 09:25
TBA
Normal ocular, orbital and optic nerve anatomy
TBA
→
09:25 – 09:30
TBA
Imaging red flags for ophthalmologists
TBA
→
09:30 – 09:35
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
Session 2: Ocular, Orbital & Brain Tumors
09:35 – 10:20
09:35 – 09:40
TBA
Intraocular tumors: Retinoblastoma, uveal melanoma
TBA
→
09:40 – 09:45
TBA
Orbital tumors: Cavernous hemangioma, lymphoma
TBA
→
09:45 – 09:50
TBA
Optic nerve glioma and meningioma
TBA
→
09:50 – 09:55
TBA
Lacrimal gland lesions
TBA
→
09:55 – 10:00
TBA
Parasellar and pituitary tumors with ocular presentation
TBA
→
10:00 – 10:05
TBA
Imaging features suggesting malignancy
TBA
→
10:05 – 10:20
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
Break
10:20 – 10:30
Session 3: Vascular & Neuro-Ophthalmic Imaging
10:30 – 11:05
10:30 – 10:35
TBA
Carotid-cavernous fistula
TBA
→
10:35 – 10:40
TBA
Cavernous sinus thrombosis
TBA
→
10:40 – 10:45
TBA
Orbital varices
TBA
→
10:45 – 10:50
TBA
Aneurysms and AVMs affecting vision
TBA
→
10:50 – 10:55
TBA
Stroke patterns relevant to ophthalmology
TBA
→
10:55 – 11:00
TBA
CTA and MRA indications
TBA
→
11:00 – 11:05
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
Session 4: Extraocular Muscles & Inflammatory Disorders
11:05 – 11:35
11:05 – 11:10
TBA
Thyroid eye disease: Active vs fibrotic phase
TBA
→
11:10 – 11:15
TBA
Muscle belly vs tendon involvement
TBA
→
11:15 – 11:20
TBA
Idiopathic orbital inflammatory disease
TBA
→
11:20 – 11:25
TBA
Myositis and orbital pseudotumor
TBA
→
11:25 – 11:30
TBA
Imaging clues that alter management
TBA
→
11:30 – 11:35
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
Session 5: Trauma, Foreign Bodies & Emergency Imaging
11:35 – 11:55
11:35 – 11:39
TBA
Orbital fractures and muscle entrapment
TBA
→
11:39 – 11:43
TBA
Intraocular and intraorbital foreign bodies
TBA
→
11:43 – 11:47
TBA
Globe rupture imaging signs
TBA
→
11:47 – 11:51
TBA
MRI contraindications
TBA
→
11:51 – 11:55
TBA
Preoperative imaging pearls
TBA
→
Session 6: Key Take-Home Messages & Discussion
11:55 – 12:00
11:55 – 12:00
TBA
Imaging request checklist
TBA
→
11:55 – 12:00
TBA
Key red flags not to miss
TBA
→
11:55 – 12:00
Discussion Podium
Q&A
Open Discussion
→
DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Precision of Planing: CXL & Surface Ablation: A Stepwise Approach

Novelty Cornea Session 15:00 – 16:00

Session Details

15:00 – 15:12
TBA
CXL with topography-guided ablation: Pattern selection and biomechanical intent
TBA
→
15:12 – 15:24
TBA
CXL with wavefront-guided ablation: When optical quality truly matters
TBA
→
15:24 – 15:36
TBA
CXL with epithelial-guided PTK: Surface-first strategy for irregular corneas
TBA
→
15:36 – 15:48
TBA
CXL & surface ablation: Sequencing the treatment—Not just combining it
TBA
→
15:48 – 16:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Cataract and Beyond

Left Channel Cataract Session 15:00 – 16:00

Session Details

15:00 – 15:10
TBA
Precision in the peak: IOL power calculations for ectatic eyes
TBA
→
15:10 – 15:20
TBA
Cracking the code: Navigating the maze of post-refractive cataract
TBA
→
15:20 – 15:30
TBA
Dealing with unhappy patient: Real life scenarios
TBA
→
15:30 – 15:40
TBA
Scars and stars: Tips for cataract in corneal scars
TBA
→
15:40 – 15:50
TBA
Don't fear the angle: MIGS for all in cataract surgery
TBA
→
15:50 – 16:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Research Session: Peer-Reviewing Masterclass: Tips & Tricks

Workshop 1 Call For Science Course 13:30 – 14:30

Session Details

13:30 – 14:30
Reza Gharebaghi
Peer-reviewing masterclass: Tips & tricks
Reza Gharebaghi Australia
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Glaucoma Surgery in 2026: Evidence, Technique, and Judgment

Left Channel Glaucoma Session 10:00 – 11:00

Session Details

10:00 – 10:10
TBA
MIGS in 2026: Who truly benefits and who does not
TBA
→
10:10 – 10:20
TBA
Trabeculectomy and tubes: Are we still getting the basics right?
TBA
→
10:20 – 10:30
TBA
Angle surgery pearls: When it works brilliantly and when it fails
TBA
→
10:30 – 10:40
TBA
Cyclodestructive procedures revisited: Old techniques, new applications
TBA
→
10:40 – 10:50
TBA
Managing surgical failure: What is the next best step?
TBA
→
10:50 – 11:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Research Session: How to Write a Scientific Paper

Novelty ESCRS Session 09:30 – 10:30

Session Details

09:30 – 10:30
H. Burkhard Dick
How to write a scientific paper
H. Burkhard Dick Germany
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DAY 3
SUNDAY
19 APRIL 2026

Cutting Edge Myopia: Present and Future

Right Channel Optometry Session 09:00 – 10:00
Moderator
Yasmin El-Rouby
Panelists
Arif Khan
James Wolffsohn
Rasha El Rachmani

Session Details

09:00 – 09:12
Yazan Gammoh
Epidemiology of myopia in the Middle East: Implications for SPECS2030 and effective refractive error coverage
Yazan Gammoh Jordan
→
09:12 – 09:24
Imran Jawaid
Myopia: Evidence base to clinic face
Imran Jawaid UAE
→
09:24 – 09:44
James Wolffsohn
Clinical interventions: Now and in the future
James Wolffsohn UK
→
09:44 – 09:54
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→
DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

The Big Picture in Low Vision

Novelty Hall Optometry Session 10:00 – 11:00
Moderator
Yazan Gammoh
Panelists
Fahd Quhill
James Wolffsohn
Rajeev Prasad

Session Details

10:00 – 10:10
Yazan Gammoh
Low vision in practice
Yazan Gammoh Jordan
→
10:10 – 10:20
Fahd Quhill
Beyond the diagnosis: How vision rehab enhances quality of life in retinal disease
Fahd Quhill UAE
→
10:20 – 10:40
TBA
Building inclusive futures through community and technology in low vision
TBA
→
10:40 – 10:50
Rajeev Prasad
Neuro-optometric rehab
Rajeev Prasad India
→
10:50 – 11:00
Discussion Podium
Discussion
Open Discussion
→



DAY 1
FRIDAY
17 APRIL 2026

The Big Picture in Low Vision

Novelty
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Fahd Quhill

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Beyond the diagnosis: How vision rehab enhances quality of life in retinal disease

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Building inclusive futures through community and technology in low vision

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Neuro-optometric rehab

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DAY 1 FRIDAY 7 APRIL 2026

Cornea The ocular surface under fire

Main Hall "Left Channel" 14:30PM – 15:30 PM
Moderator

Abdulla Naqi, UAE

Panelists

Ghaleb Seif, UAE

Rami Shasha, Canada

Session Details

14:30 – 14:37

When simplicity becomes complexity

Ghaleb Seif, UAE →

14:37 – 14:44

Supra capsular technique

Wassim Altroudi, UAE→

14:30 – 14:37

When simplicity becomes complexity

Ghaleb Seif, UAE →

14:37 – 14:44

Supra capsular technique

Wassim Altroudi, UAE→

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DAY 1 FRIDAY 7 APRIL 2026

Cornea The ocular surface under fire

Main Hall "Left Channel" 14:30PM – 15:30 PM
Moderator

Abdulla Naqi, UAE

Panelists

Ghaleb Seif, UAE

Rami Shasha, Canada

Session Details

14:30 – 14:37

When simplicity becomes complexity

Ghaleb Seif, UAE →

14:37 – 14:44

Supra capsular technique

Wassim Altroudi, UAE→

14:30 – 14:37

When simplicity becomes complexity

Ghaleb Seif, UAE →

14:37 – 14:44

Supra capsular technique

Wassim Altroudi, UAE→

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DAY 1 FRIDAY 7 APRIL 2026

Cornea The ocular surface under fire

Main Hall "Left Channel" 14:30PM – 15:30 PM
Moderator

Abdulla Naqi, UAE

Panelists

Ghaleb Seif, UAE

Rami Shasha, Canada

Session Details

14:30 – 14:37

When simplicity becomes complexity

Ghaleb Seif, UAE →

14:37 – 14:44

Supra capsular technique

Wassim Altroudi, UAE→

14:30 – 14:37

When simplicity becomes complexity

Ghaleb Seif, UAE →

14:37 – 14:44

Supra capsular technique

Wassim Altroudi, UAE→

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DAY 1 FRIDAY 7 FEBRUARY

Advanced Cardiology Innovations

Main Hall 09:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Free Paper – Oculoplasty

Moderator

Fatima Habroosh, UAE

Panelists

Ohood Almazrouei, UAE

Session Details

17:00 – 17:05

Corneal perforation caused by an unusual presentation of a lid varix

Ikram Touahir, Algeria →

17:05 – 17:10

Double endoscopic follow-up in congenital dacryocystitis as a method of selection primary probing of the lacrimal ducts

Issa Al Darraji, Russia →

17:10 – 17:15

Comparison between trans-canalicular DCR and conventional DCR for canalicular lacrimal obstruction

Mahmoud Kesba, Egypt →

17:15 – 17:20

A new treatment modality for the enlarged extraocular muscles

Mahmoud Mostafa, KSA →

17:20 – 17:30

Discussion

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Storyteller “Oral Abstract”

Moderator

Areej Hasan, UAE

Panelists

Hesham Elsheikh, Egypt

Reem Al Hebsi, UAE

Sumaiya Alsaadi, UAE

Session Details

11:00 – 11:05

Outcomes of limbal stem cell transplantation in limbal stem cell deficiency

Mohamed Rezk, Egypt →

11:05 – 11:10

Phacoemulsification with gonioscopy-assisted transluminal trabeculotomy versus phacoemulsification alone in primary angle closure glaucoma: A randomized controlled study

Nader Mettias, Egypt→

11:10 – 11:15

Effect of superficial keratotomy on reducing postoperative pain following conjunctival flap surgery: A double-blind randomized controlled trial

Nasser Karimi, Iran →

11:15 – 11:20

Serpiginous-like choroiditis with ANCA-PR3 vasculitis in a patient from endemic country: A complex phenotypic, immunological and epidemiological puzzle

Sahar Al Ali, UAE →

11:20 – 11:25

Evaluation of OCT-derived pro-inflammatory biomarkers in
diabetic macular edema unresponsive to anti-VEGF therapy

Marko Lukic, Croatia →

11:25 – 11:30

Discussion

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Cancer & Chemotherapy-Associated Uveitis: The New Kid on The Block

Moderator

Aniruddha Agarwal, UAE

Panelists

Francesco Pichi, UAE

Moncef Khairallah, Tunisia

Session Details

15:00 – 15:15

Paraneoplastic syndromes and uveitis

Aniruddha Agarwal, UAE →

15:15 – 15:20

Discussion

15:20 – 15:35

Drug-related uveltls

Francesco Pichi, UAE →

15:35 – 15:40

Discussion

15:40 – 15:55

Uveitis associated with opportunistic infections

Moncef Khairallah, Tunisia →

15:55 – 16:00

Discussion

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Diving Deep: From Ocular Surface to Endothelium

Moderator

Ahmed Alsaadi, UAE

Panelists

Amna Al Maazmi, UAE

Nancy Al Raqqad, Jordan

Steffen Heegaard, Denmark

Session Details

13:30 – 13:40

The tools box for dry eye disease in 2025

Hessah Alrabiah, Kuwait →

13:40 – 13:50

Corneal ulceration and perforation: The facts

Amna Al Maazmi, UAE→

13:50 – 14:00

Corneal graft failure: A therapeutic approach

Fouad El Sayyad, Egypt →

14:00 – 14:10

Seeing the extra mile with keratoprosthesis

Nancy Al Raqqad, Jordan →

14:10 – 14:20

Endothelial disease: 2025 approach

Fouad El Sayyad, Egypt →

14:20 – 14:30

Discussion

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Pecha Kucha: 10 Years Experience in 3 Minutes

Moderator

Huda Al Dhaheri, UAE

Session Details

15:00 – 15:03

10 years experience in 3 minutes

Amna Al Maazmi, UAE →

15:03 – 15:06

 

10 years experience in 3 minutes

Fouad El Sayyad, Egypt→

15:06 – 15:09

 

10 years experience in 3 minutes

Eman AlBluwi, KSA →

15:09 – 15:12

 

10 years experience in 3 minutes

Huda Al Dhaheri, UAE →

15:12 – 15:15

 

10 years experience in 3 minutes

Mona Marwan, UAE →

15:15 – 15:18

10 years experience in 3 minutes

Hesham Elsheikh, Egypt →

15:18 – 15:21

10 years experience in 3 minutes

Huda Radhi, UAE →

15:21 – 15:30

 

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Mastering Soft Cataracts: A Simple yet Demanding Task

Moderator

Abdulla Naqi, UAE

Panelists

Ghaleb Seif, UAE

Rami Shasha, Canada

Session Details

14:30 – 14:37

When simplicity becomes complexity

Ghaleb Seif, UAE →

14:37 – 14:44

Supra capsular technique

Wassim Altroudi, UAE→

14:44  – 14:51

Mechanical chop technique

Rami Shasha, Canada →

14:51 – 14:58

Bowl and snail technique

Ashraf Zeid, UAE →

14:58  – 15:05

RAPID technique

Borja Salvador-Culla, UAE →

15:05 – 15:12

Chip and flip technique

Ramy Riad, Egypt →

15:12 –  15:19

The phaco aspiration technique

Abdulla Naqi, UAE →

15:19  – 15:30

Discussion

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Unveiling new perspectives: Updates in pediatric ophthalmology

Moderator

Laila Ababneh, UAE

Panelists

Arif Khan, UAE

Ihab El Bably, UAE

Imran Jawaid, UAE

Session Details

12:30 – 12:40

Vision for the future: Redefining myopia management

Laila Ababneh, UAE →

12:40 – 12:50

Amblyopia: A modern approach to diagnosis and management

Imran Jawaid, UAE→

12:50 – 13:00

Updates in congenital NLDO

Mohammad Javed Ali, India →

13:00 – 13:10

What to do for a child with suspected Inherited retinal diseases in 2025

Arif Khan, UAE →

13:10 – 13:20

Ultra-widefield fundus fluorescein angiography in pediatric retinal vascular diseases

Syed Ali, UAE →

13:20 – 13:30

Discussion

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The Alchemy of The Lacrimal System

Moderator

Fatima Habroosh, UAE

Panelists

Adel Alsuhaibani, KSA

Khaled Abuhaleeqa, UAE

Mohammad Javed Ali, India

Session Details

19:00 – 19:10

Complex lacrimal surgeries

Mohammad Javed Ali, India →

19:10 – 19:20

Ocular surface and oculoplasty: The need of hour

Swati Singh, India→

19:20 – 19:30

Dacryops and clinical diagnostic challenges

Adel Alsuhaibani, KSA →

19:30 – 19:40

Single cell transcriptomic atlas of lacrimal drainage system

Mohammad Javed Ali, India →

19:40 – 19:50

Impact of orbital decompression on severe hypertonia for patients with thyroid eye disease

Adel Alsuhaibani, KSA →

19:50 – 20:00

Discussion

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A Zoom in: The Horizon of Retina

Moderator

Maysoon Al Karam, UAE

Piergiorgio Neri, UAE

Panelist

Michael Stewart, USA

Session Details

19:00 – 19:10

Noval drug delivery system in AMD

Nancy Holekamp, USA →

19:10 – 19:20

CSCR new insights

Ahmed Elbarky, UAE→

19:20 – 19:30

Sustained disease control: A new benchmark in retinal disease management

Michael Stewart, USA →

19:30 – 19:40

Current management of PCV-role of combination therapy

Adrian Koh, Singapore →

19:40 – 19:50

Theraputics in retina: Breaking news and develoment

Sawsan R. Nowilaty, KSA →

19:50 – 20:00

Discussion

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Refractive Surgery: Best Advice & Managing The Unexpected

Moderator

Saleh Almessabi, UAE

Panelists

Ramy Riad, Egypt

Sherif Emerah, UAE

Tamer Gamaly, UAE

Session Details

9:00 – 9:10

Laser vision correction: Advises in patient selection

Ahmed Alneyadi, UAE →

9:10 – 9:20

LASIK: A clear vision for a day in my practice

Ramy Riad, Egypt→

9:20 – 9:30

Yes I will SMILE

Safwan Al Bayati, UAE →

9:30 – 9:40

Surface ablation: Did anything change?

Miguel Rechichi, Italy →

9:40 – 10:00

Case discussion: What is suitable for this case and why?

Discussion

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Capsular Tear: When The Show Start

Moderator

Mohamed Alketbi, UAE

Panelists

Mohamed Tawfik, Egypt

Nicola Ghazi, UAE

Rami Shasha, Canada

Session Details

9:00 – 9:08

⁠Recognise, stop and stabilize

Mohamed Tawfik, Egypt →

9:08 – 9:16

Cut the prolapsed vitreous

Mohamed Alketbi, UAE→

9:16 – 9:24

Cortical removal with a posterior capsular tear

Nicola Ghazi, UAE →

9:24 – 9:32

Lens options and adjust the IOL power

Rami Shasha, Canada →

9:32 – 9:40

Post-op residual vitreous strands, leave it or deal with it

Mohamed Alketbi, UAE →

9:40 – 9:48

Aphakic eye, let’s manage!

Mohamed Tawfik, Egypt →

9:48 – 10:00

Discussion

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In-Depth Session (4)

Panelists

Esmaeil Arbabi, UAE

Ivana Romac Coc, UAE

Murad Alobthani, UAE

Wassim Altroudi, UAE

Session Details

10:00 – 10:30

Chronic inflammation of the ocular surface: Diagnosis and treatment

Steffen Heegaard, Denmark

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I Learned it The Hard Way: Complications and Surgeries

Moderator

Ashwaq Bin Amro, UAE

Panelists

Andrew Malem, UAE

Muhammad Irfan Khan, UAE

Scott Lambert, USA

Session Details

10:00 – 10:10

Capsulotomies for lensectomies

Scott Lambert, USA →

10:10 – 10:20

Cataract surgery in PHPV

Muhammad Irfan Khan, UAE→

10:20 – 10:30

Angle surgery in congenital glaucoma

Ashwaq Bin Amro, UAE →

10:30 – 10:40

One or two muscles to correct a unilateral superior oblique palsy

Scott Lambert, USA →

10:40 – 10:50

Intermittent exotropia: When to intervene

Andrew Malem, UAE →

10:50 – 11:00

Discussion

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Eye-Conic Presence: Mastering Social Media for Doctors

Moderator

Fatima Habroosh, UAE

Panelist

Ygal Boujnah, France

Session Details

10:30 – 10:50

Eye-Conic presence: Mastering social media for doctors

Doha Hamidallah, Morocco →

10:50 – 11:00

Discussion

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Precision in a Bottle: The Art & Science of Eyedrop Manufacturing

Moderator

Khaleed Abuhaleeqa, UAE

Panelist

Maysoon Al Karam, UAE

Session Details

11:00 – 11:20

Precision in a bottle: The art & science of eyedrop manufacturing

Henri Chibret, France →

11:20 – 11:30

Discussion

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How do I Manage This: Practical Approaches to Challenging Neuro-Ophthalmic Condition

Moderator

Salma Yassine, UAE

Panelists

Alaa Bou Ghannam, Lebanon

Karl Golnik, USA

Mazen Sabah, UAE

Session Details

12:00 – 12:08

How far should I manage acute optic neuritis as an ophthalmologist

Karl Golnik, USA →

12:08 – 12:10

Discussion

12:10 – 12:18

Managing idiopathic intracranial hypertension in the eye clinic

Salma Yassine, UAE →

12:18 – 12:20

Discussion

12:20 – 12:28

Review of evidence for acute non-arteritic anterior ischemic optic neuropathy treatments

Karl Golnik, USA →

12:28 – 12:30

Discussion

12:30 – 12:38

Double vision initial ophthalmic workup before referring to neurologist

Luai Eldweik, UAE →

12:38 – 12:40

Discussion

12:40 – 12:48

Treating myasthenia gravis beyond the eye clinic

Mazen Sabah, UAE →

12:48 – 12:50

Discussion

12:50 – 12:58

Managing functional visual loss

Alaa Bou Ghannam, Lebanon →

12:58 – 13:00

Discussion

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Orbit and Thyroid Eye Disease

Moderator

Essam Eltoukhy, UAE

Khaled Abuhaleeqa, UAE

Panelists

Don Kikkawa, USA

Fatima Habroosh, UAE

Session Details

12:00 – 12:10

Microbial metagenomics of lacrimal drainage syetm

Mohammad Javed Ali, India →

12:10 – 12:20

Idiopathic intracranial hypertension what all ophthalmologists need to know?

Hachemi Nezzar, UAE →

12:20 – 12:50

Advances in the management of TED

Don Kikkawa, USA→

12:50 – 13:00

Discussion

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Tricky Pediatric Eye Situations

Moderator

Zabila Khan, UAE

Panelists

Arif Khan, UAE

Charlotte Codina, UK

Helen Davis, UK

Session Details

13:00 – 13:15

The challenges of paediatric assessment

Helen Davis, UK →

13:15 – 13:28

CVI: What we know and how we can help?

Charlotte Codina, UK→

13:28 – 13:41

Eye to the sky

Arif Khan, UAE →

13:41 – 13:49

Why is there a face turn?

Zabila Khan, UAE →

13:49 – 14:00

Discussion

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Tug of War-Surgeon Versus Retina (Complex VR Conditions)

Moderator

Prasan Rao, UAE

Panelists

Manish Nagpal, India

Mohamed Awadalla, UAE

Mohamed Tawfik, Egypt

Session Details

13:00 – 13:10

PVR: Nemesis of every VR surgeon – How to beat the beast

Manish Nagpal, India →

13:10 – 13:20

Optic disc cavitary anomalies associated RD: Dish out the disc

Ahmed Habib, Egypt→

13:20 – 13:30

Traumatic retinal detachment – Fix the broken retina

Mohamed Tawfik, Egypt →

13:30 – 13:40

VR surgery in endophthalmitis: Overriding the infection

Ahmed Elbarky, UAE →

13:40 – 13:50

Intraocular foreign bodies: Gotto remove them early

Rituraj Videkar, UAE →

13:50 – 14:00

Discussion

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ESCRS Session (European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons)

Moderator

Filomena Ribeiro, Portugal

Panelists

Christina Grupcheva, Bulgaria

Lars Holm, Denmark

Omnia Hamam, UAE

Session Details

15:00 – 15:15

Cataract surgical training and ESCRS vision for the future

Christina Grupcheva, Bulgaria →

15:15 – 15:20

Discussion

15:20 – 15:35

ESCRS cataract guidelines and postoperative medication

Lars Holm, Denmark →

15:35 – 15:40

Discussion

15:40 – 15:55

ESCRS functional PC-IOLs classification

Filomena Ribeiro, Portugal →

15:55 – 16:00

Discussion

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InstaDoc Mastery: Master Instagram for Medical Branding

Session Details

9:00 – 12:00

InstaDoc mastery: Master Instagram for medical branding

Mohamed Tawfik, Egypt →

9:00 – 12:00

InstaDoc mastery: Master Instagram for medical branding

Rami Shasha, Canada →

Enhancing Eye Health in The MENA Region: Community Engagement, School Assessments and Comprehensive Eyecare

Moderator

Yasmin El-Rouby, UAE

Panelists

Nisreen Alwan, Lebanon

Priya Morjaria, UK

Session Details

9:00 – 9:13

The future of school eye health: School eye health rapid assessment to make a difference

Priya Morjaria, UK →

9:13 – 9:26

Connecting with the community: Outreach and engagement activities in eye health and vision care

Nisreen Alwan, Lebanon →

9:26 – 9:39

Main role of optometrists in primary eye care across MENA Region

Zoelfiqar Mohamed, Sudan →

9:39 – 9:52

Dry eye disease in the Middle East, epidemiology, assessment and latest management options

May Bakkar, Jordan →

9:52 – 10:00

Discussion

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In-Depth Session (1)

Moderator

Nicola Ghazi, UAE

Session Details

14:30 – 14:50

Eylea 8mg, A sustained disease control in clinical practice

Michael Stewart, USA→

14:50 – 15:00

Discussion

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In-Depth Session (6)

Moderator

Ammar Safar, UAE

Panelists

Mandeep Lamba, UAE

Piergiorgio Neri, UAE

Session Details

16:00 – 16:15

Vabysmo in focus: Shaping the future of retinal diseases

Adrian Koh, Singapore →

16:15 – 16:30

Vabysmo in focus: Shaping the future of retinal diseases

Nancy Holekamp, USA→

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Innovation in Glaucoma

Moderator

Omnia Hamam, UAE

Panelists

Nishani Amerasinghe, UK

Tarek Shaarawy, Switzerland

Tina Wong, Singapore

Session Details

16:30 – 16:40

Innovation in glaucoma surgery

Tarek Shaarawy, Switzerland →

16:40 – 16:50

GITS

Ahmed Elbably, UK→

16:50 – 17:00

Update on current and emerging sustained drug release
systems for glaucoma – improving patient compliance

Tina Wong, Singapore →

17:00 – 17:10

Interventional glaucoma – changing the mindset

Nishani Amerasinghe, UK →

17:10 – 17:20

The use of virtual reality in our current practice

Reem Al Hebsi, UAE →

17:20 – 17:30

Discussion

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Unmasking The Unusal: Heightening Clinical Suspicion in Atypical Uveitis

Moderator

Fahd Quhill, UAE

Panelists

Moncef Khairallah, Tunisia

Piergiorgio Neri, UAE

Salma Yassine, UAE

Session Details

16:30 – 16:45

Beyond the nextbook. Recognizing uncommon infectious causes of uveitis

Moncef Khairallah, Tunisia →

16:45 – 16:50

Discussion

16:50 – 17:05

Masquerade syndromes in uveitis: Differentiating malignancy from inflammation

Piergiorgio Neri, UAE →

17:05 – 17:10

Discussion

17:10 – 17:25

Neuro-ophthalmic mysteries: When uveitis mimics neurological disorders

Salma Yassine, UAE →

17:25 – 17:30

Discussion

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To Tame Lassie-The Macula

Moderator

Ahmed El Khashab, UAE

Panelists

Ahmed Habib, Egypt

Madhav Rao, UAE

Nicola Ghazi, UAE

Session Details

9:00 – 9:10

Large submacular bleeds: Let the retina breathe again

Manish Nagpal, India →

9:10 – 9:20

Lamellar macular holes: Does LHEP affect my surgical decision to operate?

Nicola Ghazi, UAE→

9:20 – 9:30

Secondary vitreomacular traction: Wingardium leviosa (lift the traction)

Ammar Safar, UAE →

9:30 – 9:40

Myopic maculopathy: Techniques of achieving surgical success

Ahmed Habib, Egypt →

9:40 – 9:50

Macular holes: Flaps, adjuvants, ART, how to close the macular hole

Abdul Aziz Badla, UAE →

9:50 – 10:00

Discussion

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Advancing Global Eye Care: Opportunities & Innovations in
Optometry

Moderator

Yazan Gammoh, Jordan

Panelists

Priya Morjaria, UK

Sandra Block, USA

Waleed Alghamdi, KSA

Session Details

9:00 – 9:20

High-level public health lecture – SPECS, prevalence of visual impairment and focus of WCO efforts

Sandra Block, USA →

9:20 – 9:35

Challenges and opportunities for global optometry in the next decade

Priya Morjaria, UK→

9:35 – 9:50

Expanding the scope of practice of optometrists in GCC

Waleed Alghamdi, KSA →

9:50 – 10:00

Panel discussion: Serving the eye care need of the public
through optometry

Discussion.

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Improving Outcomes in Secondary Glaucoma

Moderator

Mohamed Sayed, UAE

Panelists

Prashant Bhatia, UAE

Tarek Shaarawy, Switzerland

Tina Wong, Singapore

Session Details

10:00 – 10:10

Optimising glaucoma surgical outcomes with a renewed perspective on anti scarring approach

Tina Wong, Singapore →

10:10 – 10:20

To combine or not to combine

Tarek Shaarawy, Switzerland→

10:20 – 10:30

Steroid induced glaucoma, pearls and pitfalls in management

Prashant Bhatia, UAE →

10:30 – 10:40

Ahmed vs Paul tube results

Mohamed Sayed, UAE →

10:40 – 10:50

Difficulties in managing neovascular glaucoma

Waleed Ghobashy, UAE →

10:50 – 11:00

Discussion

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Orbis Session: Cataracts and Surgery in Developing Countries

Moderator

Huda Al Dhaheri, UAE

Piergiorgio Neri, UAE

Session Details

10:00 – 10:30

Cataracts and surgery in developing countries

Robert Walters, UK →

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In-Depth Session (7)

Moderator

Omnia Hamam, UAE

Session Details

11:00 – 11:30

Drug choice in glaucoma, which and when?

Waleed Ghobashy, UAE

Imaging That Can Potentially Change Our Clinical Practice

Moderator

Maysoon Al Karam, UAE

Panelist

Piergiorgio Neri, UAE

Session Details

12:30 – 12:40

Peripheral OCT: Can it impact our clinical decision

Sawsan R. Nowilaty, KSA →

12:40 – 12:50

OCT and multiple sclerosis: The growing need

Sumayya Almarzooqi, UAE→

12:50 – 13:00

Leverging AI in OCT-practical application in the clinical setting

Adrian Koh, Singapore →

13:00 – 13:10

AI assisted home OCT – the US experience

Nancy Holekamp, USA →

13:10 – 13:20

Diverse perspective: Rally of compelling case presentations

Piergiorgio Neri, UAE →

13:20 – 13:30

Discussion

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Instagraming with Integrity: Balancing Ethics and Engagement

Moderator

Doha Hamidallah, Morocco

Panelists

Manal Bouhaimed, Kuwait

Rami Shasha, Canada

Rashed Al-Nooryani, UAE

Session Details

13:30 – 13:40

Introduction: Eye care through social media

Doha Hamidallah, Morocco →

13:40 – 13:50

Obtaining patient consent for social media content

Rami Shasha, Canada →

13:50 – 14:10

Guidelines for ethical use

Doha Hamidallah, Morocco →

14:10 – 14:30

Discussion

Interactive Discussion

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In-Depth Session (8)

Moderator

Hachemi Nezzar, UAE

Session Details

14:30 – 15:00

Rethinking dry eye disease:
A contemporary approach to managing a complex condition:
The role of Xiidra

Esmaeil Arbabi, UAE →

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Pecha Kucha: Fast Track Tips and Tricks

Moderator

Omnia Hamam, UAE

Session Details

14:30 – 14:32

MSICS

Amr Samir, Egypt →

14:32 – 14:34

Tips and tricks for iris hook placement?

Rami Shasha, Canada→

14:34 – 14:36

Carousel technique

Borja Salvador-Culla, UAE →

14:36 – 14:38

Managing AC depth variations in myopic patient

Wael Elmenawy, UAE →

14:38 – 14:40

Tips for phacoemulsification in narrow pupils

Ramy Awad, Egypt →

14:40 – 14:42

Capsulorhexis initiation and completion

Abdulla Naqi, UAE →

14:42 – 14:44

Intracapsular pressure assessment and ways to neutralize it

Mohamed Alketbi,  UAE →

14:44 – 14:46

Tips and tricks for capsular hook placement

Rami Shasha, Canada →

14:46 – 14:48

Chandlerie assisted phaco

Mohamed Tawfik, Egypt →

14:48 – 14:50

CTR easy to insert

Omnia Hamam, UAE →

14:50 – 15:00

Discussion

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Cataract Plus Surgery

Moderator

Osama Giledi, UAE

Panelists

Lars Holm, Denmark

Safwan Al Bayati, UAE

Session Details

15:00 – 15:09

Facing the cone in cataract surgery

Osama Giledi, UAE →

15:09 – 15:18

Cataract surgery with corneal endothelial disease

Ahmed Alsaadi, UAE→

15:18 – 15:27

MIGS for non glaucoma surgeon, guidline

Mohamed Hesham Aly, UAE →

15:27 – 15:36

Cataract post laser vision correction: Meeting patient expectations

Safwan Al Bayati, UAE →

15:36 – 15:45

Dropless cataract surgery. Guidelines and evidence base medicine

Lars Holm, Denmark →

15:45 – 16:00

Discussion

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Free Paper – Cornea

Moderator

Mazen Sinjab, UAE

Panelist

Fouad El Sayyad, Egypt

Session Details

11:00 – 11:05

Outcome of non-penetrating and penetrating femtosecond laser intrastromal astigmatic keratotomy in patients with astigmatism after keratoplasty

Abdullah Alrushud, KSA →

11:05 – 11:10

Evaluation of keratoplasty in the pediatric age group

Ahmed Khattab, Egypt →

11:10 – 11:15

Visual outcome after lamellar keratoplasty at Benghazi Eye Teaching Hospital

Hamad Elzarrug, Libya →

11:15 – 11:20

Keratoconus monitoring with smartphone images using AI

Farhad Nejat, Iran →

11:20 – 11:25

Penetrating keratoplasty versus deep anterior lamellar keratoplasty for keratoconus: A systematic review and meta-analysis of 27,018 eyes

Hashem Abu Serhan, Qatar →

11:25  – 11:30

Articles review of the importance of Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) in ophthalmology

Hessah Alrabiah, Kuwait →

11:30 – 11:35

The interacting roll of corneal nerves and inflammation in ocular surface homeostasis and regeneration

Mohammad Emad Alilo, UAE →

11:35 – 11:40

Systematic review of intraocular lens power calculation formulas for keratoconus: Evaluating predictive accuracy and outcomes

Mohammed Albadri, KSA →

11:40 – 11:45

Regenerative potential of simple limbal epithelial transplantation for graft-host interface modulation and visual rehabilitation in post penetrating keratoplasty corneal haze

Srishti Khullar, India→

11:45 – 11:50

Efficacy and safety of stem cell-based therapies in treating limbal stem cell deficiency: A Systematic review and meta-analysis

Qusai Aloweiny, KSA →

11:50 – 11:55

Effect of mitomycin-C on corneal endothelial cell parameters after refractive surface ablation procedures

Raheleh Moravej, Iran →

11:55 – 12:00

Discussion

Eye-Conic Cases in Ophthalmology

Moderator

Khumara Khan, UAE

Panelists

Alan Mulvihill, UAE

Helen Davis, UK

Jignasa Mehta, UK

Session Details

10:00 – 10:08

A question of diagnosis

Helen Davis, UK →

10:08 – 10:16

Why is this child’s vision poor?

Alan Mulvihill, UAE →

10:16 – 10:24

You guess the interesting case

Jignasa Mehta, UK →

10:24 – 10:32

When nerves misfire

Sharon Hussain, Qatar →

10:32 – 10:40

Driving with Duane’s and diplopia

Sonal Rathod, UAE →

10:40 – 10:48

Childhood squints: Getting the basics right

Khumara Khan, UAE →

10:48 – 11:00

Discussion

In-Depth Session (2)

Session Details

15:30 – 16:00

Geographic atrophy: Disease diagnosis & management updates

Hassan Al Hased, UAE →

Free Paper – Allied Health/ Optometry

Moderator

Khalid Qadha, UAE

Panelist

Shahida Navelikkal Shamsudin, UAE

Session Details

16:00 – 16:05

Patients’ satisfaction in the treatment of moderate to severe dry eyes using two different modalities

Ali Mousa, Iraq →

16:05 – 16:10

Lessons from practice

Hassan Imam, UAE →

16:10 – 16:15

Synthesis and characterization of a hydrogel containing umbilical cord serum for the treatment of ocular inflammation

Hossein Aghamollaei, Iran →

16:15 – 16:20

Prevalence of refractive errors among children with down syndrome – A scoping review

Della Bijo, UAE →

16:20 – 16:25

Customized solutions for presbyopia: Enhancing vision through tailored options

Devakani Suresh Kumar, UAE →

16:25 – 16:30

Myopia managemnet with contact lenses – A review

Irene Sophia Joseph, UAE →

Ocular Motility: A Window to The Brain

Moderator

Lauren Watson, UAE

Panelists

Hayat Khan, UAE

Helen Davis, UK

Luai Eldweik, UAE

Session Details

10:30 – 10:45

Eye movement testing in incomitant strabismus

Helen Davis, UK →

10:45 – 10:53

The Orthoptist’s sixth sense

Neda Qurashi, UK →

10:53 – 11:01

Traces of neurodegenerative disease in eye movements

Luai Eldweik, UAE →

11:01 – 11:09

Locked Eye?

Natasha Barrow, UAE →

11:09 – 11:17

Breaking the limits of vision: A deep dive into gaze control

Imran Jan, UAE →

11:17 – 11:30

Discussion

Long story short: Pediatric cataract and glaucoma

Moderator

Muhammad Irfan Khan, UAE

Panelists

Scott Lambert, USA

Tarek Shaarawy, Switzerland

Session Details

19:00 – 19:15

Best practices for the management of pediatric cataract

Scott Lambert, USA →

19:15 – 19:30

Management of congenital glaucoma

Tarek Shaarawy, Switzerland →

19:30 – 19:45

Glaucoma following pediatric cataract surgery

Scott Lambert, USA →

19:45 – 20:00

Discussion

Breakfast Crash Course: Visual Field Made Easy

Moderator

Rawdha Alnuaimi, UAE

Wael Elmenawy, UAE

Session Details

8:00 – 8:15

How to interpret visual field parameters

Wael Elmenawy, UAE →

8:15 – 8:30

Patterns of visual field defects

Rawdha Alnuaimi, UAE →

8:30 – 8:45

How to avoid artefacts

Rawdha Alnuaimi, UAE →

8:45 – 9:00

Test your knowledge by voting

Rawdha Alnuaimi, UAE →

8:45  -9:00

Test your knowledge by voting

Wael Elmenawy, UAE →

Optometric Approach to Pediatric Eye Care

Moderator

May Bakkar, Jordan

Panelist

Sandra Block, USA

Session Details

9:00 – 9:13

Myopia management

Yazan Gammoh, Jordan →

9:13 – 9:26

Fine arts of prescribing glasses

Jameel Rizwana Hussaindeen, UAE →

9:26 – 9:39

Comprehensive ocular and functional vision assessment in children with Peter’s anomaly syndrome: Case study

Ithar Beshtawi, Palestine →

9:39 – 9:52

A pediatric presentation focused on the need to address visual impairment early – when to screen, examine, what to look for…including amblyopia, refractive error, disease, CI

Sandra Block, USA →

9:52 – 10:00

Discussion

In-Depth Session (5)

Session Details

10:30 – 11:00

Peri-and postoperative medications for intraocular surgeries

Waleed Ghobashy, UAE →

Corneal Collagen Cross-Linking: What is Exciting and Future Direction?

Moderator

Mazen Sinjab, UAE

Panelist

Miguel Rechichi, Italy

Session Details

13:00 – 13:10

Is this Keratoconus progressing?

Mazen Sinjab, UAE →

13:10 – 13:20

CXL in thin cornea

Miguel Rechichi, Italy →

13:20 – 13:30

Pediatric CXL

Esmaeil Arbabi, UAE →

13:30 – 13:40

Post CXL PED and haze: Clinical approach

Hamed Anwar, UAE →

13:40 – 14:00

Discussion

Advancements in Contact Lens Management: Addressing
Keratoconus and Optimizing Patient Fit

Moderator

Rana M. Diab, Lebanon

Panelists

Bassima Aldelaigan, KSA

Waleed Alghamdi, KSA

Zachary Cairns, UAE

Session Details

16:30 – 16:43

Meibomian gland dysfunction in contact lens wearers? A roadmap to diagnosis and management

Waleed Alghamdi, KSA →

16:43 – 16:56

Introduction, classification and prevalence of keratoconus

Zachary Cairns, UAE →

16:56 – 17:09

Corneal tomography interpretation

Irene Sophia Joseph, UAE →

17:09 – 17:22

Contact lenses: Which RGP lens fits your patient?

Bassima Aldelaigan, KSA →

17:22 – 17:30

Discussion

Breakfast Crash Course: Unlocking the Mysteries of IOL Calculation

Moderator

Mazen Sinjab, UAE

Panelists

Filomena Ribeiro, Portugal

Mohamed Alketbi, UAE

Session Details

8:00 – 8:08

⁠IOL calculation in extreme long eye, short eye

Filomena Ribeiro, Portugal →

8:08 – 8:16

IOL calculation post laser vision correction

Mazen Sinjab, UAE →

8:16 – 8:24

⁠Selection of IOL when corneal graft is required, a narrative approach

Christina Grupcheva, Bulgaria →

8:24 – 8:32

⁠IOL calculation in keratoconus

Mazen Sinjab, UAE →

8:32 – 8:40

IOL in patients with phackic implant

Filomena Ribeiro, Portugal →

8:40 – 8:48

Piggybag IOL calcution

Mohamed Alketbi, UAE →

8:48 – 9:00

Discussion

Unlocking Your Future: Navigating Fellowship Applications

Moderator

Fatima Habroosh, UAE

Panelist

Bushra Ahmed, UAE

Session Details

9:00 – 9:15

How to apply for your fellowship/ subspecializing

Ashwaq Bin Amro, UAE →

9:15 – 9:20

Discussion

9:20 – 9:35

How to apply for your fellowship/ subspecializing

Aishah Aldhanhani, UAE →

9:35 – 9:40

Discussion

9:40 – 9:55

How to apply for your fellowship/ subspecializing

Rawdha Alnuaimi, UAE →

9:55 – 10:00

Discussion

In-Depth Session (3):
Vision for The Future Myopia Management and Beyond

Session Details

18:00 – 18:10

Importance of axial length in childhood glaucoma

Konrad Schargel, KSA

18:10 – 18:20

Myopia challenge and solution in China

Peter Essig, UAE

18:20 – 18:35

Myopia in the Middle East and C.A.R.E. technology presentation

Celine Combrouze, UAE

18:35 – 18:50

Real World myopia management with Moorfields Eye Hospital, Dubai

Imran Jawaid, UAE

18:35 – 18:50

Real World myopia management with Moorfields Eye Hospital, Dubai

Katie Geraghty

18:50 – 19:00

Q & A

Ophthalmologists in The Social Media Landscape

Moderator

Fatima Habroosh, UAE

Panelist

Omnia Hamam, UAE

Session Details

12:30 – 13:30

Marketing guide to build your patient base

Servane Collette, UAE →

Optometry I: Hard Lens Fitting and Low Vision

Moderators

May Bakkar, Jordan

Sawsan Al Balushi, KSA

Yazan Gammoh, Jordan

Session Details

14:30 – 15:00

Scleral lens fitting workshop

Bassima Aldelaigan, KSA →

15:00 – 15:10

The critical role of hygiene and education in contact lens wear

Ghada Hamad, UAE →

15:10 – 15:30

Low vision

Devakani Suresh Kumar, UAE →

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Infectious Keratitis Expert Panel: Current Treatment and New Therapies

Moderator

Huda Al Dhaheri, UAE

Panelist

Abdel Hakim Taguri, UAE

Session Details

15:30 – 15:45

Infective keratitis management overview

Mona Marwan, UAE →

15:45 – 15:55

Fungal keratitis

Abdel Hakim Taguri, UAE →

15:55 – 16:05

Acanthamoeba keratitis

Huda Al Dhaheri, UAE →

16:05 – 16:15

Post LASIK keratitis

Sandip Mitra, UAE →

16:15 – 16:30

Discussion

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Multi-Modal Imaging in Posterior Uveitis

Moderator

Piergiorgio Neri, UAE

Session Details

18:00 – 18:15

Widefield retinal imaging

Aniruddha Agarwal, UAE →

18:15 – 18:30

Ocular coherence tomography

Piergiorgio Neri, UAE →

18:30 – 18:45

Ocular coherence tomography/En-face

Francesco Pichi, UAE →

18:45 – 19:00

Fluorescein angiography and indocyanine green angiography

Moncef Khairallah, Tunisia →

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Free Paper – Retina

Moderator

Mohammed Alkaabi, UAE

Panelist

Manal Alzaabi, UAE

Session Details

8:00 – 8:05

Combined PRP and Anti-VEGF treatment in PDR

Alaa Fadel, Egypt →

8:05 – 8:10

The role of adding intravitreal dexamethasone implant to standard management of serpiginous choroiditis for achieving rapid remission: A case report

Almoayad Makrami, KSA →

8:10 – 8:15

Rare eye diseases

Gulnar Aliyeva, Azerbaijan →

8:15 – 8:20

Assessment of retinal thickness and its association with cognitive function in elderly patients

Harishkumar Aravindababu, India →

8:20 – 8:25

Subliminal (Micropulse) yellow laser is used for chronic CSR, does it help?

Kariman Tamam, Egypt →

8:25 – 8:30

Comprehensive analysis of diabetes mellitus-associated visual impairmen

Majdi Abdala, Libya →

8:30 – 8:35

Atypical presentation of unilateral retinitis pigmentosa – a case report

Mohamed Ali, Egypt →

8:35 – 8:40

Comparison of Dilated Fundus Exam (DFE) versus optos UWF image in detecting retinal breaks in cases of primary rhegmatogenous retinal detachments

Mohammed Ghoneem, Egypt →

8:40 – 8:45

OCT evaluation as a prognostic indicator for management of macular edema secondary to venous occlusion treated with aflibercept

Mohd. Salim Harun Gigani, Qatar →

8:45 – 9:00

Discussion

Training for Effective Vision Screening

Moderator

Marwa Alsoud, UAE

Session Details

9:00 – 10:00

VR checking by orthoptist + nurses

Zabila Khan, UAE →

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Mastering Balance

Moderator

Sumaiya Alsaadi, UAE

Session Details

10:00 – 11:00

Young ophthalmologist wellness

Nicole Day, UAE →

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Arab Eye Academy: Top Facts about Ocular Therapeutics – Insights & Applications

Moderators

Khaled Elbassiouny, Egypt

Ramy Awad, Egypt

Session Details

13:00 – 13:05

Opening remarks and overview

Ramy Awad, Egypt→

13:05 – 13:10

10 facts about general ocular pharmacology

Khaled Elbassiouny, Egypt →

13:10 – 13:18

Constricting & dilating: The key facts about drugs acting on the pupil

Ahmed Al Sanousy, Egypt →

13:18 – 13:26

Steroids in focus: The essential facts you must know

Ramy Awad, Egypt →

13:26 – 13:34

Beyond dryness: Understanding tear substitutes

Hadeel Ghaly, Egypt →

13:34 – 13:42

Fighting infection: Top facts about ocular antimicrobials

Ramy Awad, Egypt →

13:42 – 13:50

Pressure points: A guide to antiglaucoma medications

Khaled Elbassiouny, Egypt →

13:50 – 14:00

Interactive competition @Kahoot

Ramy Awad, Egypt →

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Free Paper – Pediatric

Moderator

Arawa Aljaberi, UAE

Panelists

Mostafa Azzab, Egypt

Session Details

16:30 – 16:35

Retcam fluorescein angiography findings in type one ROP treated by intravitreal injection of ranibizumab

Abdelhamied Allam, Egypt →

16:35 – 16:40

Effect of rigid gas permeable contact lenses on nystagmus and visual function in hyperopic patients with infantile nystagmus syndrome

Hamed Abbasi, UAE →

16:40 – 16:45

Comparative outcomes of silicone band vs. mersilene suture in loop myopexy surgery for heavy eye syndrome: A retrospective study

Manal Alwazae, KSA →

16:45 – 16:50

Management of persistent avascular retina in retinopathy of prematurity evaluated by FFA

Mohamed Ahmed Abdelkarim, Egypt →

16:50 – 16:55

The orthoptists’ sixth sense

Neda Qurashi, UK →

16:55 – 17:00

Macular changes by optical coherence tomography after ranibizumab treatment in type 1 retinopathy of prematurity

Rawan Hosny, Egypt →

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Free Paper – Retina/ Uveitis

Moderator

Qasim Qasim, UAE

Panelist

Hassan Al Hased, UAE

Session Details

8:00 – 8:05

Quantification of OCT angiography metrics in diabetic retinopathy utilising open-source toolkit software

Mohammad Raja, UK →

8:05  – 8:10

Removing barriers to health information exchange for diabetic retinopathy patients

Nadine Mahfouz, Egypt →

8:10 – 8:15

Retrospective analysis of intravitreal fluocinolone acetonide (IVFA  (0.19mg) for resistant pseudophakic (PPH) diabetic macular edema (DME) in vitrectomised (V) and non-vitrectomised eyes(NV)-1 year follow up study

Rituraj Videkar, UAE →

8:15 – 8:20

Biosimilar ranibizumab-affordable, safe and equally effective alternative to innovator ranibizumab

Seemantini Ayachit, India →

8:20 – 8:25

Vitrectomy alone versus anti-VEGF therapy prior to vitrectomy for diabetic vitreous hemorrhage: A systematic review and meta-analysis

Shaikha Alhaj, UAE →

8:25 – 8:30

Comparable efficacy with aflibercept 8 mg at extended dosing
intervals beyond q16 versus 2 mg q8 in Asian patients with nAMD in PULSAR through week 96

Wai-Ching Lam, Canada →

8:30 – 8:35

Changes in ocular functions after bariatric surgery: A cross-sectional study

Abeer Alsdieg, KSA →

8:35 – 8:40

Severe narcotizing scleritis masquerading pseudomonas infective scleritis

Mariam Boshra, UK →

8:40 – 8:45

Blau syndrome: A case report from Palestine

Salam Iriqat, Palestine →

8:45 – 8:50

CMV associated anterior uveitis, case report

Araks Davtyan, Armenia →

8:50 – 8:55

A unique case of hypervirulent klebsiella pneumonia invasive syndrome with endogenous endophthalmitis, left renal vein thrombosis, and without liver abscess

Ghazal Saeed, UAE→

8:55 – 9:00

Discussion

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The Evolving Scope of Orthoptics

Moderator

Katy Naylor, UAE

Panelists

Charlotte Codina, UK

Helen Davis, UK

Jignasa Mehta, UK

Session Details

9:00  – 9:08

Orthoptics and beyond – a UK perspective

Helen Davis, UK →

9:08 – 9:16

Orthoptists as educators

Katy Naylor, UAE →

9:16 – 9:24

Medical retina and orthoptics

Neda Qurashi, UK →

9:24 – 9:32

Pediatric visual electrophysiology

Ons Lahouimel, UAE →

9:32 – 9:40

Pushing the boundaries of orthoptic services

Jignasa Mehta, UK →

9:40 – 9:48

ACP pediatric ophthalmology

Charlotte Codina, UK →

9:48 – 10:00

Discussion

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Art and Science of Scleral Buckling

Moderator

Prasan Rao, UAE

Panelists

Madhav Rao, UAE

Raef Guirguis, UAE

Session Details

10:00 – 10:10

How to select cases and basic steps of scleral buckling?

Madhav Rao, UAE →

10:10 – 10:20

Which buckling element to choose? Buckle, band, sponge

Raef Guirguis, UAE →

10:20 – 10:30

Subretinal fluid drainage: Indications, techniques & dry tap

Mandeep Lamba, UAE →

10:30 – 10:40

Chandelier assisted scleral buckling

Prasan Rao, UAE →

10:40  – 10:50

Management of compilations of scleral buckling – Intraop and
postop

Jay Kalliath, UAE →

10:50 – 11:00

Discussion

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Free Paper – Glaucoma

Moderator

Wael Elmenawy, UAE

Panelists

Rawdha Alnuaimi, UAE

Session Details

11:00 – 11:05

Challenging angle closure with pregnancy

Ramy Khader, UK →

11:05 – 11:10

Efficacy of bimatoprost sustained-release implant (Bimatoprost SR) in treating severe intraocular pressure in open glaucoma: A systematic review & meta-analysis

Saad Alosaimi, KSA →

11:10 – 11:15

Correlation between vessel density by optical coherence tomography angiography and severity of visual field loss in primary open angle and primary closed angle glaucoma

Sahar Abd El Monem, Egypt →

11:15 – 11:20

Paul glaucoma implant vs. Ahmed glaucoma valve: A real-world comparative analysis

Umair Qidwai, UK →

11:20 – 11:30

Discussion

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Free Paper – Cornea/ Cataract

Moderator

Mona Marwan, UAE

Panelist

Yousef Al Blooshi, UAE

Session Details

12:00 – 12:05

Accelerated corneal collagen cross-linking protocols for progressive keratoconus: Systematic review and meta-analysis

Rand Alazaz, KSA →

12:05 – 12:10

Descemet thickness as a predictor of corneal graft rejection

Taher Kamel, KSA →

12:10 – 12:15

Topical insulin eye drops for neurotrophic ulcer pending to perforation: Case report

Zaruhi Dravajyan, Armenia →

12:15 – 12:20

Corneal incisional surgery during cataract surgery to reduce pre-existing astigmatism should be a must

Ahmed Galal, Germany →

12:20 – 12:25

Scleral fixated IOL by anterior segment surgeon at JDRMS

Ahmad Alhusban, Jordan →

12:25 – 12:30

Discussion

Selective Laser Capsulotomy in Cataract Surgery (Pros and Cons)

Session Details

14:00 – 14:15

Selective laser capsulotomy in cataract surgery (Pros and Cons)

Ali Alrajhi, KSA →

Essentials for Ophthalmology Nurses

Moderator

Marwa Alsoud, UAE

Session Details

13:30 – 13:45

A day in the life of an outpatient ophthalmic nurse (Video * Presentation)

Iman Abdi, UAE →

13:30 – 13:45

A day in the life of an outpatient ophthalmic nurse (Video * Presentation)

Haneen Mohammad, UAE →

13:45 – 14:00

Worth noting about laser safety

Azea Bonayon, UAE →

14:00 – 14:15

Why not to ignore eye pressure?

Tahani Hijji, UAE →

14:00 – 14:15

Why not to ignore eye pressure?

Ali Alqatou, UAE →

14:15 – 14:30

Discussion

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Optometry II: Neuro-Optometry and Artificial Intelligence

Moderator

Yasmin El-Rouby, UAE

Panelists

Ghada Hamad, UAE

Rajeev Prasad, India

Session Details

14:30 – 14:50

Transient vision loss in an optometry setting: An overview of causes, diagnosis, and management

Yasmin El-Rouby, UAE →

14:50 – 15:10

Neuro-optometric rehabilitation

Rajeev Prasad, India →

15:10 – 15:30

Optometry and artificial intelligence

Sawsan Al Balushi, Oman →

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Noor Dubai: SDG in Preventing Blindness

Moderator

Yousef Al Blooshi, UAE

Panelist

Ashraf Zeid, UAE

Session Details

10:00 – 10:30

SDG in preventing blindness

Manal Taryam, UAE →

Sinjab Academy Award Ceremony

Session Details

17:30 – 17:45

Sinjab Academy Award Ceremony

Mazen Sinjab, UAE →

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ESO-Court: Retina Case

Judges

Nicola Ghazi, UAE

Jury

Khaled Elmansoori, UAE

Manal Bouhaimed, Kuwait

Lawyer

Ahmed Elbarky, UAE

Prosecutor

Noura Almansoori, UAE

Session Details

20:00 – 21:00

Who’s fault the hole!

TBA.. →

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Keratoconus: Essential Insights in 2025

Moderator

Huda Al Dhaheri, UAE

Panelists

Christina Grupcheva, Bulgaria

Eman AlBluwi, KSA

Miguel Rechichi, Italy

Session Details

18:00 – 18:08

Keratoconus diagnosis: New tools in the box

Christina Grupcheva, Bulgaria →

18:08 – 18:16

CXL in 2025: Any updates?

Miguel Rechichi, Italy→

18:16 – 18:24

Corneal tissue addition keratoplasty

Esmaeil Arbabi, UAE →

18:24 – 18:32

Combined treatment in keratoconus

Eman AlBluwi, KSA→

18:32 – 18:40

Lamellar keratoplasty: Key do’s and don’ts for success

Hamed Anwar, UAE →

18:40 – 18:48

ICL in keratoconus: Special considerations

Huda Al Dhaheri, UAE →

18:48 – 19:00

Discussion

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ESO-Court: Cornea Case

Judges

Saleh Almessabi, UAE

Jury

Manal Bouhaimed, Kuwait

Nancy Al Raqqad, Jordan

Lawyer

Osama Giledi, UAE

Prosecutor

Murad Alobthani, UAE

16:00 – 16:30

The cost of confusion

TBA..

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Hands-on Ophthalmology Research: Practical Modules from a Research Pioneer

Instructor

Ahmed Shokeir, Egypt

Moderator

Zamzam Al-Baker, Qatar

Qatar Society: Research Conduction: Made Easy for Ophthalmologists

Moderator

Zamzam Al-Baker, Qatar

Panelists

Abdulaziz Al-Kaabi, Qatar

Session Details

15:30 – 15:37

The benefits from research conduction for ophthalmologist

Zamzam Al-Baker, Qatar →

15:37 – 15:50

Enhancing research skills for ophthalmolgists: Unravelling the
enigma

Anant Pai, Qatar→

15:50 – 16:20

Research methodology and designs: Ophthalmology models

Ahmed Shokeir, Egypt →

16:20 – 16:30

Discussion

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Live Surgery (King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital)

Moderator

Valmore Semidey, KSA

Panelists

Abdulaziz AlRajhi, KSA

Huda Al Dhaheri, UAE

Konrad Schargel, KSA

Session Details

16:30 – 17:30

DSAEK with ngenuity 3D

Sami Hameed, KSA →

16:30 – 17:30

Phaco + MIGS

Nayef Alotaiby, KSA→

16:30 – 17:30

Macular hole surgery with amniotic membrane graft

Abdulrahman Badawi, KSA →

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Case Studies of Optic Disc Edema and Vision Loss

Moderator

Luai Eldweik, UAE

Panelists

Karl Golnik, USA

Mazen Sabah, UAE

Salma Yassine, UAE

Session Details

15:30 – 15:38

Papilledema vs pseudopapilledema: Clinical clues from examination

Karl Golnik, USA→

15:38 – 15:40

Discussion

15:40 – 15:48

Unilateral disc edema diagnostic challenges and management strategies

Alaa Bou Ghannam, Lebanon →

15:48 – 15:50

Discussion

15:50 – 15:58

Bilateral disc edema: Differentiating causes and next steps in diagnosis

Mazen Sabah, UAE →

15:58 – 16:00

Discussion

16:00 – 16:08

OCT in papilledema what am i missing

Karl Golnik, USA →

16:08 – 16:10

Discussion

16:10 – 16:18

Papilledema and vision loss understanding the causes

Luai Eldweik, UAE →

16:18 – 16:20

Discussion

16:20 – 16:28

Papilledema in children diagnostic and management approaches

Salma Yassine, UAE →

16:28 – 16:30

Discussion

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Advanced Glaucoma Surgery How to Maximize your Success Rate with MIGS

Moderator

Mohammed Sohaib Mustafa, UAE

Panelists

Mohamed Sayed, UAE

Nishani Amerasinghe, UK

Rawdha Alnuaimi, UAE

Session Details

18:00 – 18:10

Trabecular meshwork implants – istent and hydrus

Nishani Amerasinghe, UK →

18:10 – 18:20

Viscocanalostomy to cut or not to cut – iTrack and OMNI

Mohamed Sayed, UAE→

18:20 – 18:30

Suprachoroidal devices

Nishani Amerasinghe, UK→

18:30 – 18:40

Is MIBS really minmally invasive? – preserflo

Mohammed Sohaib Mustafa, UAE →

18:40 – 18:50

Endoscopic cylcophotocoagulation

Rawdha Alnuaimi, UAE →

18:50 – 19:00

Discussion

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Ali Bin Shakar Abstract and ESO Awards

Chairperson

Khaled Abuhaleeqa, UAE

Omnia Hamam, UAE

Sheikha Noura Al Qassimi, UAE

Introduced By

Meera Altamimi, UAE

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Phaco Formula 1

Moderator

Ashwaq Bin Amro, UAE

Panelists

Mohamed Tawfik, Egypt

Rami Shasha, Canada

Sharif Issa, UAE

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