Our faculty and volunteers hold symposia and workshops at national and regional congresses that focus on education principles for faculty development. They provide exceptional opportunities to enhance your knowledge, refine your skills, and expand your professional network. Check out the events below and register for a session near you.
International Ophthalmological Fellowship Foundation Information Webinar
Join the Ophthalmology Foundation and the International Ophthalmological Fellowship Foundation (IOFF e. V.) to learn about fellowships for young ophthalmologists from underserved and low-resource countries. Thursday, 23 April 2026, 1-2pm Chile/ 4-5pm UTC/ 6-7pm Central African Time/ 9:30-10:30pm India Standard Time. Participate in a 3-, 6-, or 12-month observership for the opportunity to receive advanced training at leading ophthalmology host centers around the globe. Annually, 80-100 awards are available in 20 subspecialties. View the list of eligible home countries of candidates.
Faculty Development Webinar: Using Case-Based Learning and Problem-Based Learning to Teach Professionalism and Ethics in Ophthalmology Residency Training
Professionalism and ethics are central to ophthalmology practice but can be difficult to teach through lectures alone. This webinar introduces how Case-Based Learning (CBL) and Problem-Based Learning (PBL) can strengthen ethical reasoning, reflective practice, and professional behaviors in residents. Participants will explore practical strategies, sample ophthalmic ethical scenarios, and simple tools to assess and reinforce professional conduct in everyday training. Two sessions offered: 10 June and 17 June 2026. Click below to learn more and register.
African Council of Ophthalmology 2026
The second in-person African Council of Ophthalmology (AOC) Congress will be held 31 July – 2 August 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa. This event aims to be the largest conference for eye workers in Africa, bringing together members from across the continent and across fields. The Ophthalmology Foundation will hold a symposium and you can visit our booth to learn more about our programs. Check back for more details.
Global Ophthalmology Summit 2026
Save the date for the Global Ophthalmology Summit (GOS) 7-9 August 2026 in Philadelphia. Meet the Ophthalmology Foundation to learn about opportunities in examinations, fellowships, faculty development, and accreditation. The theme for 2026 is “Innovation, AI, and Technology: Expanding Access to Healthcare Worldwide.” As the digital and technological landscape evolves, we are witnessing a paradigm shift in how care is delivered. This summit will explore how cutting-edge tools and artificial intelligence are not just advancing clinical outcomes, but are fundamentally expanding the reach of physicians, NGOs, and healthcare workers to underserved populations across the globe.
Faculty Development and Residency Training Program Accreditation Information Session
Learn about the Ophthalmology Foundation’s free online programs to that give ophthalmic educators to tools to improve their teaching skills and become better trainers. Additionally, learn how your residency training program can become accredited through our low-cost program that focuses on evaluating and refining programs to meet international standards.
Wednesday, 23 September, 9:00am Colombia /2:00pm GMT/ 4:00pm Central Africa/ 7:30pm India
We generously thank Neurotech for supporting this webinar.
AAO 2026
Save the date for the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s (AAO) annual meeting in New Orleans, 9-12 October 2026.
Join the Ophthalmology Foundation’s symposium, Application of Online Tools to Enhance Interactivity and Foster Constructive Collaboration in Ophthalmology Education on Friday, 9 October, 1:00-4:30pm. More details coming soon.
Stop by the Ophthalmology Foundation booth #2209 to speak with representatives about examinations, fellowships, faculty development, and accreditation.
