ASCRS

American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery: an international non-profit advancing the art and science of ophthalmic surgery.

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We're heading to AAO with a full lineup. Stop by ASCRS Booth 2255, Oct. 10–12. Plus connect with us at these events:
▹ ASCRS Live! & ASOA Live! – Oct. 8, 6:30 p.m.
▹ YES Dinner – Oct. 10, 6:30 p.m.
▹ YoungMD Connect – Oct. 9, 5:00 p.m.

See you there! 👁️

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Coming soon: The Fall issue of EyeWorld

Check your mailbox in the next week or two and look for articles posted online soon!

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"X-Rounds: Refractive Cataract Surgery to the Max" packed the room at ASCRS 2026 and is one of our most-requested on-demand sessions.

Now free for all ASCRS members—plus a second cataract course—through October 2.

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Heading to AAO in New Orleans? Join ASCRS for a YES Dinner at Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse—for residents, fellows & physicians in their first 5 years of practice.

📍 716 Iberville Street, New Orleans, LA
🕡 Sat., Oct. 10, 6:30–9:00 p.m.

Register: https://t.co/ZO3xOh7kjz

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News of the week: AMA classifies myopia as a disease, report marks shift in refractive surgery trends, patient dosing begins in Phase 2 trial for oral DME therapy, and more. Read all about it in EyeWorld Weekly https://t.co/d6kU6M9ot1

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EyeWorld Online Exclusive:

Andreas F. Borkenstein, MD, breaks down the NORA technique for YAG capsulotomy in pinhole IOLs—why it matters and the clinical scenarios where it applies. Featuring research from JCRS Online Case Reports.

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Do you know a physician changing lives through their work? 🏆 Nominate them today!

▸ Chang-Crandall Humanitarian Award – Sept. 18
▸ Young Eye Surgeons International Service Grant – Sept. 18
▸ Resident Excellence Award – Nov. 6

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Time's almost up. Sept. 18 is the last day to submit an abstract for ASCRS 2027.

Every major advancement started with someone deciding their work was worth sharing. Is yours?

📅 Final deadline: Sept. 18
Submit today—don't miss your shot. 🎤

👉 https://t.co/8hhJplWkuZ

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Robotic ophthalmic surgery continues to advance 🤖👁️🔬

EyeWorld recaps the 2026 ASCRS symposium "Robotic Surgery: How Soon and How Good Will It Be?" — hear from physicians on the tech shaping this field's future.

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#EyeWorld #ASCRS #Robotics

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News of the week: IDE approval for feasibility study for glaucoma uveal spacer, launch of premium ophthalmic microscope, acceptance of BLA for treatment of retinitis pigmentosa with severe vision loss, and more. Read all about it in EyeWorld Weekly https://t.co/YoEfSbCl0U

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Congratulations to the winner of our membership raffle: Andrew Duong, MD.

ASCRS membership gives you access to many valuable resources year-round.

Make sure your membership is up to date, renew, or join to take advantage of the many benefits:
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We're heading to AAO with a full lineup. Stop by ASCRS Booth #2255, Oct. 10–12. Plus connect with us at these events:

▹ ASCRS Live! & ASOA Live! – Oct. 8, 6:30 p.m.
▹ YES Dinner – Oct. 10, 6:30 p.m.
▹ YoungMD Connect – Oct. 9, 5:00 p.m.

See you there! 👁️

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Almost here! Join ASCRS Live! in Detroit, Michigan — connect with peers who get your daily challenges.

Register or save the date for another stop on our 2026 tour:
📍 New Orleans – Oct 8
📍 Tucson – Oct 22
📍 New York – Nov 5
📍 Birmingham – Nov 12

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With so many corneal imaging technologies available, how do clinicians pick the right one—and when?

Drs. Venkateswaran, Rocha & Weikert share the modalities they rely on in practice. 👁️🖥️

Read here 👉 https://t.co/mXpiJDVTGL

#Ophthalmology #Cornea #Imaging #EyeWorldMagazine

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News of the week: FDA accepts NDA for investigational IOP-lowering eye drop for patients with OAG or ocular hypertension, first patient dosed in Phase 3 registrational trial for GA secondary to dry AMD, and more. Read all about it in EyeWorld Weekly https://t.co/RQ7iPIWgZM

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Corneal tissue procedures are expanding treatment options for keratoconus 👁️🔬 For some patients, they may offer an alternative to transplantation. Experts discuss how they fit into practice today.

Learn more 👉 https://t.co/Z5ZgowICu8

#Cornea #Keratoconus #EyeWorldMagazine

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Submissions deadline has been extended! Submit by September 18 to be part of the ASCRS Annual Meeting. Share your expertise in:

👁️ Instructional Courses
👁️ Papers
👁️ Films
👁️ Electronic Posters
👁️ Clinical Committee Symposia

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#ASCRS #AnnualMeeting

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Know a physician making a real difference? 🏆

3 ASCRS Foundation awards are open for nominations:

▸Chang-Crandall Humanitarian Award—deadline Sept. 18
▸Resident Excellence Award—deadline Nov. 6
▸ YES International Service Grant—deadline Sept. 18

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Attention Young Eye Surgeons! The newest YES Connect Newsletter has curated updates, career opportunities & resources built for you. 👉 https://t.co/n7CSgL7WiG

Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay ahead.

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News of the week: First patient treated in registrational trial for optic neuritis, data in patient-reported discomfort following intravitreal injections, and more. Read all about it in EyeWorld Weekly https://t.co/VxtedaT76a