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 Dear
Friends and Colleagues,
It is my pleasure and
honor to welcome each one of you to the 40th
Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) Congress in
conjunction with the 83rd Annual Conference of the All
India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) held in the
beautiful city of New Delhi from April 3 to 6, 2025.
This event will be
hosted at the state-of-the-art convention center, which
is also one of the largest convention centers in the
Asia-Pacific region: Yashobhoomi, the India
International Convention and Expo Centre (IICC) at New
Delhi.
A wonderful
scientific program has been designed by Prof. Dennis LAM
which is comprehensive and has luminaries not only from
the Asia-Pacific region but also globally. The theme of
the Congress is aptly “Transcending Beyond Boundaries”,
as we truly have “World Ophthalmology Face to Face” with
654+ international faculty. The program not only targets
the general or comprehensive ophthalmologists but also
the subspecialists.
The Congress offers
wonderful opportunities for networking, collaboration,
and building long-lasting professional relationships. In
addition to this, our primary focus will be on advancing
ophthalmic education. This prestigious, large-scale
conference brings together ophthalmologists from over 76
countries, featuring an extensive scientific program.
There are 650 plus international speakers from 76
countries and 34 international societies. Attendees will
also have the opportunity to engage in innovative and
dynamic platforms such as video sessions, interactive
kiosks, Teachers of Tomorrow, the Ophthalmic Quiz, as
well as specialized hands-on courses like Technical
Skill Transfer Courses, Diagnostic Skill Transfer
Courses, and Surgical Skills Transfer Courses. The key
highlights of the conference include Eye Sustainability,
Run for Vision, and the engaging Young Ophthalmologist
Sessions. I warmly invite you to contribute your
expertise, connect with global leaders, and be part of
groundbreaking advancements that will shape the future
of Ophthalmology.
As you engage in
thought-provoking scientific sessions, I invite you to
also experience the country's rich history, exquisite
cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes, ensuring a truly
unforgettable visit. India, a land of vibrant cultural
heritage and remarkable diversity, is proud to host this
prestigious event.
My sincere gratitude to
Prof. Rajvardhan AZAD, for helping to get the conference
to India. This would not have been possible without the
efforts of Past Presidents Prof. Mahipal SACHDEV, Prof.
S NATARAJAN, Dr. Santhan GOPAL & Dr. Ajit Babu MAJJI for
getting the conference to India.
My sincere gratitude
to Dr. Lalit VERMA, the Congress President, for his
dedication, meticulous planning encouragement at all
parts. My thanks to Dr. Harbansh LAL, Organizing
Chairman who has given brilliant ideas and helped to
solve most difficult tasks. Dr. Samar BASAK, AIOS
President has stood rock solid behind in all my
endeavor. I acknowledge the contribution of Dr. Partha
BISWAS, incoming President, and Dr. J S TITIYAL, Vice
President of AIOS. My sincere thanks to Dr. Santosh
HONAVAR, Secretary General of AIOS, and Dr. Manoj
MATHUR, Treasurer of AIOS - the dynamic duo, for
supporting and helping at each step of the conference
organization.
The leadership of
APAO – President Prof. Ava HOSSAIN has always stood by
me and inspired me to do my best. I am thankful to Prof.
Clement THAM (Secretary General & CEO) and Dr. Kenneth
FONG (Treasurer) without whose active participation this
would not have been possible.
I would also like to
recognize the outstanding efforts of the Delhi
Ophthalmological Society Local Organizing Committee.
Special thanks to Prof. Rohit SAXENA, Prof. Rajesh
SINHA, Dr. Prafulla MAHARANA, and Prof. Kirti SINGH,
whose planning, supported by the AIOS Managing Committee
and Past Presidents, have made everything possible.
With warmest regards,
Prof. (Dr.) Namrata
SHARMA
AIOS Scientific Committee Chair
APAO 2025, Scientific Program Committee Co-Chair (India) |
