Speakers

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: 1- MD; Aleppo University, Syria/ Medical Degree 1989. 2- Master Degree in Ophthalmology: IBN Al NAFIS Hospital/Damascus, Syria 1993. 3- Clinical Fellow in Ophthalmology in Vitreoretina (El-Maghraby Eye Hospital), Jeddah/ Saudi Arabia. 1994-1995. 4- Chief of Vitreoretinal Surgery Unit in Damascus Surgical Eye Hospital, Syria 1995-1996. 5- Served in the vitreoretinal unit in Tishreen Military Hospital/Damascus,Syria 1997-1998. 6- The Basic Science Assessment in Opthalmology Assessment in Ophthalmology Including Optic and Refraction (International Council of Ophthalmology), United Kingdom 1999. 7- The Clinical Sciences Assessment in Ophthalmology (International Council Of Ophthalmology) 2003. 8- Certificate of Specialization in Ophthalmology (Ministry of Health) 2012 (As a modification of the previous master degree which has been given in 1993). 9- Certificate of specialist (A) in ophthalmology from Ministry of Health of United Arab Emirates on 09/09/2012. 10- Specialist ophthalmology from DUBAI HEALTH AUTHORITY on 27/09/2012. 11- Chief of Vitreoretinal Surgery department in the Saudi-German hospital (Dubai-UAE) in 16/04/2013 (on going). 12- Syrian Board of Ophthalmology in July/2015.

Abdulla A Naqi, MD is a fellowship-trained glaucoma, cataract, and anterior segment surgeon with practice focus on the surgical management of glaucoma, complex cataract and intraocular lens complications. He is board certified in ophthalmology in Canada, He Also holds the Diploma of the international council of ophthalmology (ICO). He is an active fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and he is the chairman of the scientific committee of the Emirates ophthalmological Society (ESO) Experience: Public Health Sector: Dr. Naqi has been working with Dubai Heath Authority since 1998. He progressed in DHA ophthalmology department and became the head of the department from 2014-2016. During his leadership Dr. Naqi established the residency program in ophthalmology. He also moved the ophthalmology service in Dubai Hospital to become a tertiary care with subspecialties offered in the hospitals. He also established the community care ophthalmology section that is provided at the community health centers in Dubai. Dr. Naqi holds currently the role of the chairman of the medical council of Dubai Hospital. Private Health Sector Dr. Naqi Joined Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Center as the specialist ophthalmologist and spent 4 years (2010-2014) providing care to his private patients. During the time Dr. Naqi was instrumental in starting the ophthalmology operating room at the center. Dr. Naqi Founded his own surgical day hospital on December 2013, Providing both out patient care and surgical intervention in a fast and economic fashion. The center now provides care to more than 10000 patients both national and international. Education: Medical Education: Dr. Naqi Graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland with the bachelor degree in Medicine and Surgery with the degree of MB, BCH. He was also given the License of the Royal College of Surgeon and physicians in Ireland LRCP. Ophthalmology training: Dr. Naqi joined the Residency program in ophthalmology at McGill University in Montreal Canada (2002). He Obtained the Royal College of Surgeons certification and becoming a Canadian Board Certified ophthalmologist (2007). Dr. Naqi completed his education with 2 years Fellowship in Glaucoma and Advanced Anterior Segment Surgery (GAAS) under the direct supervision of the world-renowned ophthalmologist Dr. Ike Ahmed at the University of Toronot, Canada (2007-2009) were he was exposed to most of the MIGS from their development stage. Skills Dr Naqi’s Skill are in the surgical field of Cataract and Glaucoma. He has performed thousands of procedures in the last 10 years in the field of complex cataract, anterior segment reconstruction, laser vision corrections and glaucoma surgeries. He has been invited to speak on both complex cataracts issues, refractive surgery and Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS).

Dr. AlBloushi is currently working as an assistant professor and consultant at the Department of Ophthalmology, College of Medicine, King Saud University. He holds a Saudi board and King Saud University fellowship in ophthalmology. He is a graduate of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow, UK. He did his medical retina and uveitis fellowship at the Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, UK.  His current practice focuses on treating medical retinal disorders, uveitis, and complex cataract surgery. Dr. AlBloushi is a speaker at many local and international meetings and has published several book chapters and more than 40 papers in peer-reviewed journals.

By the time that she graduated from the Arabian Gulf University in Bahrain in Medicine, she had realized that she wanted to devote herself primarily to pediatric medicine because of her love for children and the joy that she finds in caring for their health and well-being, especially their eyes. Thereafter, she continued passion and got accepted for a Fellowship program in Pediatric ophthalmology & Strabismus at Red Cross War Memorial Children's Hospital-University of Cape Town, South Africa and graduated in 2019.She is well trained in clinical and surgical treatment of full range of children’s Eye diseases which include, Retinopathy of Prematurity, Retinoblastoma, Cataracts, Glaucoma, Squints and eye injuries. She is Program Director of Abu Dhabi ophthalmology Residency Program. Other qualifications:

• Full time one year fellowship in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus at Red Cross War Memorial Children Hospital –University of Cape town, South Africa
• Ophthalmology Arab Board-certified June, 2015
• Clinical science ophthalmology examination of international council of ophthalmology,” 2014
• Basic science & Optic and Refraction Examination in Ophthalmology”, International Council of Ophthalmology, April 2012
• Executive Master of Health Care Administration, Zayed University2010-2012.

Adel AlAkeely M.D. Vitroretinal Surgeon at Magrabi Center Ghernata in Riyadh.Dr Adel is an Adjunct assistant professor, an examiner in Saudi Board of Ophthalmology and was responsible for training more than 25 VR fellows at King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital. He was the former Champion of ophthalmology specialty in Ministry of Health and the former Telemedicine and Artificial intelligence program director at KKESH and currently works on AI projects in Magrabi Hospital. Surgical Skills: Expert in complex Retinal Detachments and Macular surgeries in addition to secondary IOLs. With over 500 cases performed with 3D assisted viewing system. Teaching Experience:

• Training over 50 VR fellows and residents at KKESH 17’-2021
• Clinical Assistant Professor Medical school- Imam University 16’-18’
• Clinical Assistant Professor at Al-Faisal University medical school 19’-present

• 15 peer reviewed articles.
• Developed an AI model for Diabetic retinopathy detection with a local start up company.
• Over 50 podium presentation, posters and webinars in international and regional scientific meetings.
• Invited speaker in several international and local meetings.
• Reviewer at the American journal of Ophthalmology case reports.

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• MD ,FRCS(ophtha)(glasg), FICO, FRCSEd

• Vitreoretinal surgeon

• Head of Surgical Retina department

Associate Professor, Glaucoma and cataract Consultant, Department of Ophthalmology, King Fahad Hospital of the University, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia ( Sept 2022- till now).

Residency training Program director for Eastern Province in Saudi Arabia Commission of Health Specialties (August 2020- till now).

Glaucoma and Cataract Consultant, Magrabi Hospitals and centers. (August2021- till now).

I am a hard working ophthalmology consultant who is communicative, friendly, sociable and a quick learner. Well experienced in patient counseling, diagnosis and management of eye disorders specifically involving the retina.

Dr, Alneyadi is a consultant ophthalmologist, having earned his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. He received the German Board of Ophthalmology (Facharzt) and the European Board of Ophthalmology (Paris, France). He has 5 in Cataract and Refractive Surgery

Current Position: Sept 2007 up to date Zayed Military Hospital (ZMH) Cornea and Anterior Segment Consultant • Established Cornea Service • Established Corneal Transplantation Program • Refractive Surgery including Femtosecond Laser, complicated and advanced refractive procedures • Intrastroaml Corneal Rings • Lamellar and Full thickness Corneal Transplants (PKP, DALK, DSAEK, DMEK) • Limbal Stem Cells Transplants • Amniotic Membranes Surgeries • Phaco/ECCE, Triple Procedure • Toric Intraocular Contact lens Surgery • Premium IOL (multifocal, Toric) • Iris and Scleral Fixated IOL • Emergency Ocular Surgeries. • Pediatrics cornea and cataracts Dec 2012 up to date Shaikh Khalifa Medical City • Consultant Cornea and anterior segment Surgeon Prizes and Awards: • Al Nukhba Award by Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority, Government of Abu Dhabi, 2017: An award for successful leading events in the Capital, Granted for Abu Dhabi Ophthalmology Review Conference, ADORE as a founder and President. • ACGME-I accreditation for Ophthalmology Award, SEHA Feb, 2017 • Exemplary Physician in the Medical Services Corps, 2014: This prize is a warded to one physician yearly for an outstanding performance at clinical and administrative roles. • Scholarship from Zayed University for the EHCMA course, 2010 • Sheikh Rashid’s Award for Scientific Achievement, 2006: Awarded to exceptional UAE nationals who obtain Board degrees. • First Prize Clinician, McGill Ophthalmology Clinical and Research Day, 2004: This Prize is given by the department of Ophthalmology, McGill University to the best clinical research. • Sheikh Rashid’s Award for Scientific Achievement, 1999: This is a national award that is given to a graduate who is nominated by the Medical School for the best performance throughout the 7 years of medical school • Excellence in Final Integrated Exam (FIE) Award, 1999: The FIE is an integrated exit examination from medical school and it consists of: Oral, Practical, Clinical and written parts. The exam is done with the participation of external examiners from the UK, Canada and USA. This award is given to one student per class. • Excellence in Clinical Sciences Course II, 1999: This award is given to one student per year who has the best performance throughout the second year of Clinical Sciences Course. • Excellence in Clinical Sciences Course I, 1998: This award is given to one student per year who has the best performance throughout the first year of Clinical Sciences

Ahmed H. Assaf is a professor of Ophthalmology in the faculty of medicine, Ain Shams University, a fellow of the royal college of surgeons of Edinburgh and a consultant of phacorefractive surgery in Al-Watany eye hospital in Cairo. Cataract surgery with premium IOLs is his primary focus, together with the implementation of Femtosecond laser technology, which consists of about 30% of his total annual volume of cataract surgery. He awarded the best paper of session about his study of femtosecond laser cataract surgery in different nuclear density during ASCRS 2017. He started to implant presbyopia-correcting IOLs since 2002 and has substantial experience in various designs of multifocal, new trifocal, and extended depth of focus IOLs. He participated in the pre-launch visual outcome study of AcrySof IQ ReSTOR multifocal toric IOL and presented his results during ESCRS annual meeting in Paris, 2010. He has a particular interest in complicated cataract surgery with intra-scleral haptic fixation (ISHF), together with iris repair and different techniques of pupilloplasty. Work History:

• January 2014 to current: Professor at Ain Shams University, Cairo
• February 2020 to current: Owner of Assaf Clinic For Eye And Lasik Cairo, Nasr City
• January 2010 to Current: Phaco-refractive Consultant and Shareholder at Al-Watany Eye Hospital Cairo, Heliopolis
• April 2007 to January 2014: Assistant Professor at Ain Shams University Cairo, Abbassia
• April 2002 to April 2007: Lecturer of Ophthalmology at Ain Shams University Cairo, Abbassia
• March 1998 to April 2002: Assistant Lecturer of Ophthalmology at Ain Shams University Cairo, Abbassia
• February 1997 to March 1998: Registrar of Ophthalmology , Ain Shams University Cairo, Abbassia
• June 1994 to February 1997: Resident of Ophthalmology, Ain Shams University Cairo, Abbassia

• Developed and implemented curriculum using academic learning strategies and educational pedagogy
• Taught 300+ undergraduate classes per year in ophthalmology department, Ain Shams University.
• Supervised 50+ master and doctorate degrees thesis in Ophthalmology from 2002 till now.

• Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (FRCSEd)
• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)
• Member of American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)
• Member of International Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ISRS)
• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)
• Member of the council of the International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS)
• Board Member of Egyptian Society of Ocular Implants and Refractive Surgery (ESOIRS)

• Achievement Award - American Academy of Ophthalmology 2017 (AAO)
• Recognition Award -International Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery 2017 (ISRS)
• International Ophthalmologist Recognition Award - American Academy of Ophthalmology 2019 (AAO)

• Eleven peer-reviewed publications in Eye, Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (JCRS) and others. and several articles in Ocular Surgery News (OSN), Cataract and Refractive Surgery Today (CRST), and Eurotimes journals.
• Reviewer at Journal of Refractive Surgery (JRS)

• Complicated cataract surgery with different techniques of IOL fixation without capsular support (a total of 250+ of Yamane, Glued, and Iirissuture IOL fixation procedures).
• Premiums IOLs including presbyopia-correcting and toric IOLs (400+ per year)
• Phaco-emulsification; 1200+ per year, 30% of which include premium IOLs (presbyopia correcting and toric IOLs)
• Lasik, PRK, and femtosmile; 450+ per year.
• Femtosecond laser technology in refractive and cataract surgery (800+ since 2014).
• Topography-guided laser ablation in virgin cornea (Contoura) and early keratoconus and post lasik ectasia (800+ per year).

• PhysIOL
• Zeiss
• J&J

Dr. Ahmed Awadein, MD, FRCS is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Cairo University. He received his doctorate degree from Cairo University in 2003 and his fellowship degree from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow in 2004. He acquired clinical fellowship training in Johns Hopkins Hospital in Maryland, USA in 2006, where he received an intensive medical and surgical hands-on training in the field of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. Dr. Ahmed Awadein is specialized in pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus and has performed over 10000 strabismus operations to date, including complex and recurrent cases. He has over 35 international publications in the field of pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus and has developed a computerized test to assist in the evaluation of patients with diplopia. He also participated as an instructor in various national and international conferences.

-MD, FRCS -Vitreoretinal Consultant, SKMC, UAE -Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Benha university ,Egypt -Clinical adjunct Professor of Ophthalmology, Khalifa university, UAE

• Founder of Eye Consultants FZ-LLC
• Founder of Gulf Retina Group,which includes 12 members from all over the GCC
• Head of Scientific Committee of the Gulf Retina Group
• Representative of the Gulf in the American society of Retina Specialists(ASRS)
• Treasurer of Emirates Retina Group
• Local reviewer of the British Journal of Ophthalmology Middle East Edition

May 2013–Present-Head of Vitreoretinal Unit and Medical Director Eye Consultants Dubai,UAE Management of all Vitreoretinal,uveitis and anterior segment cases. Our Center is working as tertiary referral center accepting and treating most advanced and complicated cases from UAE,Middle East & Africa.

• General Clinics
• Subspecialty Clinics(SurgicalRetina,MedicalRetina&Diabetes,Uveitis,Cornea& Anterior Segment, Neuro-ophthalmology,Glaucoma,Oculoplastic,Pediatric & Strabismus)
• Accident and emergency sessions
• Screening for Retinopathy of Prematurity
• Fundus Fluoresce in Angiography
• Photo Dynamic Therapy
• Ultrasonography
• OCT Scanning

• Primary and complex retinal detachments.
• Complex diabetic vitrectomy(TRRD & TRD).
• Retinopathy of prematurity.
• Macularsurgery(Macularhole,ERM & CNVM).
• Dropped nucleus & IOL.
• Trauma & IOFB removal.
• 23g,25g and 27g Sutuerlessvitrectomy.
• Phacoemulsification + IOL
• ECCE + IOL
• Trabeculectomy
• Penetrating and deeplamellar Keratoplasty

Ahmed Mostafa Abdelrahman, MD, FRCSED. A professor of Ophthalmology, Cairo University, since 2009 till present. In 2015, he achieved the Professional Postgraduate Diploma in Total Quality Management (TQM) for Healthcare Reform. He is the founder and president of the Egyptian Society for Continuous Ophthalmic Education, (EGSCOE on telegram & Website: egscoe.info). He is a glaucoma consultant with national and international publications and innovations in the field of glaucoma surgery. He is a glaucoma reviewer for a number of PubMed prestigious Ophthalmology. He is the owner of the Giza specialized Eye center (http://www.gizaeyecenter.com) with the Glaucoma Management and Education center being part of it. 2016, the Royal College of Edinburgh council appointed him to be an examiner in the college exams. He received the Education Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology in 2019.

Ahmed Shabana M.B.B.S, M.S., MRCSEd, Ophthalmology Specialist Clinical Lecturer of Ophthalmology Head of Department of Ophthalmology in Saudi German Hospital in Dubai Well experienced Ophthalmology surgeon with more than 15 years of experience in ophthalmology surgery, trained in the most prestigious facilities in Egypt and Spain, practiced in more than 3 countries in two different continents, Performed thousands of vision correction surgeries over the years using all the cutting edge technologies present around the world to tailor the best results, one of the very few Certified glaucoma specialists in the UAE, currently practicing and managing one of the biggest Ophthalmology Departments in one of the highest volume facilities in the country. Special interest in Presbyopic vision correction over the past years using surgical lens exchange and corneal implants and later using laser vision correction using all the different platforms available. Special interest in complex glaucoma surgeries including pediatric and adult glaucoma.

Dr. Aldhanhani is Arab board of ophthalmology graduate at Abu Dhabi Ophthalmology Program, currently working at Ambulatory Health Services Abu Dhabi. Covering general ophthalmology and persuing future career in cornea, cataract and refractive surgery. Highly interested in teaching and wet lab training for the upcoming generation of ophthalmologists.

Dr. Alali completed her undergraduate medical education at National University of Ireland- Cork. She then pursued her residency in Ophthalmology at University of Toronto, Canada. After which Dr. Alali completed 2 fellowships at University of Toronto: one in Vitreoretinal Surgery and the other in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. Dr. Alali

is passionate about medical education, which made her obtain a master's in health Professions Educations from Maastricht University/ Center for Education Research, and Innovation, Schulich School of Medicine University of Western Ontario- Canada. Dr. Alali is a double board-certified ophthalmologist with double fellowships. She is currently the Residency Program Director of the Kuwait Board of Ophthalmology (KIMS) and holds a staff position at AlBahar Eye Center and Dasman Diabetes Institute in Kuwait.

• Dr. Attawan has 20 years of experience in Ophthalmology. He was a Retina Consultant Ophthalmologist in Moorfields Eye Centre at Bedford Hospital, United Kingdom. Prior to that, he was a consultant Ophthalmologist in Tawam Hospital - Al Ain for 5 years where he set up the foundation and established the Retina service in Al Ain City - UAE.

• Dr. Attawan pursued his foundation medical training and further specialty training program in Ophthalmology at Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Yorkshire and the Humber School of Ophthalmology working across various hospitals in the UK Including The Royal Hallamshire hospital - Sheffield which is one of 3 national Ocular Oncology centers In the UK. He then took a substantive Surigcal and Medical Retina consultant In Bradford Teaching Hospitals. UK.

• Dr. Attawan has been a Member and a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists since 2008 and a former associate Tutor of the Royal College of Ophthalmologist in London. He is actively involved in teaching and research. He has many Publications in various prestigious journals and is a well-known speaker at national and regional levels.

• He was awarded 3 prizes for different research and audits and one of the Top 10 consultant nominated by SERA 2022. He was the Retina service lead and co-founder of Retina service in Al Ain city UAE

Dr. Alaa Mofti is a board-certified Ophthalmologist and a Glaucoma, Cataract and Advanced Anterior Segment surgeon who is fellowship-trained under the mentorship of world-renowned surgeons at prestigious institutes in Saudi Arabia and Canada. Dr. Mofti obtained his Ophthalmology board from the joint ophthalmology residency program in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He completed a Glaucoma fellowship at King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital (KKESH), in affiliation with Wilmer Eye Institute, with Dr. Randy Craven. He went abroad to complete a Glaucoma fellowship with Dr. Hady Saheb at McGill University, Canada. Then, he became the first Saudi fellow to train in the Glaucoma and Advanced Anterior Segment Surgery fellowship program at the University of Toronto under the mentorship of world-renowned surgeon Dr. Ike Ahmed. Dr. Mofti expertise includes novel Micro-invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) techniques, Advanced/complex Cataract surgery, Complex Intra-ocular Lens surgeries, and Iris Reconstruction Surgeries. Dr. Mofti's core

strengths are his work ethic, attention to detail, and demand for perfection when it comes to his patients' care.

Areas of Expertise

• Medical, laser and surgical management of Glaucoma in Adults and Pediatric patients, including LPI, SLT, CPC, Trabeculectomy, Deep Sclerectomy, bleb revision, Glaucoma Drainage Devices (Ahmed, Baerveldt, Clearpath)

• Micro-Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (iStent G1® – iStent inject® – iStent inject W® – Hydrus® – Kahook Dual blade® – GATT – OMNI® – XEN® microstent – Preserflo® microshunt – Endocyclophotoplasty)

• Surgical management of routine and complex/dislocated cataracts; with Capsular tension Segment/ring

• Management of Cataract/IOL complications requiring vitrectomy, by both anterior and pars plana approach

• Refractive cataract surgery and Laser Vision Correction

• Surgical management of Intra-ocular lenses subluxation/dislocation, dysphotopsia and aphakia with irissutured, scleral sutured, intra-scleral haptic fixation and/or IOL exchange

• Iris reconstruction in trauma/aniridia cases by various iris suturing techniques and the use of aniridic/iris prosthetic implants

Alain Saad, MD graduated with the degree of Doctor of Medicine from Saint Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon. He joined in 2005 the Rothschild Foundation in Paris to start a fellowship in the cataract, cornea and refractive surgery department lead by Dr Damien Gatinel. Dr Saad is now vice-head of the department.  Dr Saad is a board member of the french society of cataract and refractive surgery (SAFIR). He is a reviewer for several journals in ophthalmology and in the editorial board of the journal of refractive surgery. He has published more than 75 articles in peer-reviewed literature. His research interests include new developments in corneal topography and tomography, wavefront, biomechanics and new keratoplasties technique. Along with Damien Gatinel, he has developed an artificial intelligence system for the detection of ectasia susceptible eyes: The "SCORE analyzer by Gatinel and Saad" available on the Orbscan topographer and more recently adapted on the Anterion tomographer. He participated in the launching of a new IOL calculation formula: PEARL by Debellamanière, Gatinel and Saad  Dr Saad was cited and ranked #10 by the journal "The Ophthalmologist" in its power list "top 40 under 40" in 2015. In 2023 he was listed within the top 100 French expert in ophthalmology by the magazine "le point". In 2024, he was listed by the journal "The Ophthalmologist" in his top 100 power list. Some of Dr Saad's awards include the Best of Show for Scientific video at the 2013 Annual Meeting of the French Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, six best papers awards at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Ophthalmology and Annual Meeting of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and "Surgeon of the month" award of the International Society of Refractive Surgery in September 2014 for his video on endothelial keratoplasty.

Diligent ophthalmologist, specializing in managing Glaucoma & Cataract diseases.

Ensuring dedication to best practice for highly reliable patient care. Highly skilled surgeon, with extensive experience in one of the well-known respected tertiary eye institute. Enthusiastic mentor and highly motivated for developing student, residents & fellows' confidence and competence in surgical skills through compassionate lesson delivery. Demonstrating exceptional objectivity, decision-making and communication abilities under pressure, always ensuring enhanced patient care.

WORK HISTORY

August 2022 – Current

Magrabi Eye Hospital – Glaucoma & Cataract Consultant , Riyadh , Saudi Arabia

January 2015 – July 2022

King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital – Glaucoma & Cataract Consultant , Riyadh,01

November 2021 – Current

Alfaisal University – Assistant Professor, Riyadh , Saudi Arabia

Where we extremely motivated to meet patients' satisfaction by managing glaucoma and cataract issues.

Dr. Ali Kamal Abouzaid pursued a career in ophthalmology driven by a quest to discover personal strengths. After earning a Bachelor's degree in Medicine and Surgery from Ain Shams University in 2012 and a Master's degree in Ophthalmology from Beni-Suef University in 2018, Dr. Ali Kamal became a Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology in 2022. Starting as an Ophthalmology resident at Ain Shams University Hospitals and later specializing as an Investigative Ophthalmology and Medical Retina Specialist at Durrah Specialized Eye Centers in Cairo, gained extensive experience. From 2016 to 2020,  also served as a Corneo-Refractive Specialist and assistant to Prof. Dr. Ahmed Assaf at Assaf Clinics for Eye & Lasik. Currently, a Medical Retina and Corneo-Refractive Specialist at Al Reefy Specialist Center in Bahrain, continuing to advance in the field with dedication and passion.

Amal Alhemidan, MD, FRCS(ED), Saudi Board of Ophthalmology. September 2011 - present/Member, Dept. of ophthalmology, senior consultant ophthalmologist, pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, Habib Medical center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia March 2017 - present/Member, department of ophthalmology/ Consultant/ pediatric ophthalmologist and strabismus, Member of Department of Ophthalmology, prince sultan medical military city /Riyadh /Saudi Arabia Member of the pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus fellowship committee /Saudi commission of health specialties Director fellowship program and Research, ophthalmology department, prince sultan military medical city, Riyadh /Saudi Arabia. Formal chairman of the exam of the Saudi board of ophthalmology at Saudi commission for health specialties /Riyadh /Saudi Arabia. Formal member of the scientific committee /Saudi board of ophthalmology/Saudi commission for health specialist /Riyadh /Saudi Arabia Formal acting head /department of ophthalmology /king Faisal specialist hospital /Riyadh /Saudi Arabia Member of the department of ophthalmology at Habib medical group, Riyadh /Saudi Arabia Member of the department of ophthalmology /prince sultan military medical city. Riyadh /Saudi Arabia

Amar Agarwal is the pioneer of Phakonit, which is Phako with a Needle Incision Technology. This technique became popularized as Bimanual phaco, Microincision cataract surgery (MICS) or Microphaco. He was the first to remove cataracts through a 0.7 mm tip with the technique called Microphakonit. He has also discovered No anaesthesia cataract surgery and FAVIT, a new technique to remove dropped nuclei. The air pump, which was a simple idea of using an aquarium fish pump to increase the fluid into the eye in bimanual phaco and co-axial phaco has helped prevent surge. This built the basis of various techniques of forced infusion for small incision cataract surgery. He has also discovered a new refractive error called Aberropia. He has also been the first to do a combined surgery of microphakonit (700 micron cataract surgery) with a 25 gauge vitrectomy in the same patient thus having the smallest incisions possible for cataract and vitrectomy. He is also the first surgeon to implant a new mirror telescopic IOL (LMI) for patients suffering from age-related macular degeneration. He has also been the first in the world to implant a Glued IOL. He also has brought out the technique of IOL Scaffold in which a three-piece IOL is injected into an eye between the iris and the nucleus to prevent the nucleus from falling down in posterior capsular ruptures. Hypersonic vitrectomy for cases of PC rupture was first done by him and he was the principal investigator for the first hypersonic vitrectomy cases done in the world. Pre Descemet’s Endothelial Keratoplasty or PDEK was started by Prof Agarwal. Dr Agarwal has designed a new instrument called the Trocar anterior chamber maintainer in complicated cases, which helps give infusion through the anterior chamber and works like a trocar cannula. He has also started a new technique of iris suturing called Single pass Four Throw (SFT) pupilloplasty. Subsequenly he started Pinhole pupilloplasty to treat patients with high astigmatism and higher order aberrations. Dr. Agarwal has performed more than 200 live surgeries at various conferences. His videos have won many awards at the film festivals of ASCRS, AAO and ESCRS. He has more than 250 peer review articles in top journals and has also written more than 80 books in Ophthalmology which have been published in English, Spanish, portugese and chinese. He is the Chairman and managing director of Dr.Agarwals group of eye hospitals which has 151 eye hospitals in 11 countries.

Dr. AlMaazmi is a board certified consultant ophthalmologist. She is also the head of department at Zayed Hospital, AbuDhabi. She completed her residency training under supervision of outstanding mentors in the AbuDhabi Ophthalmology Residency Program, UAE. She then perused her career in cornea and anterior segment. Completed her first fellowship with Prof. Harminder Dua at Queens medical center, Nottingham university hospitals trust. Her second fellowship in University of Montreal at the Maisonouve- Rosemont hospital, CIUSS. Her area of expertise involves corneal transplants, ocular surface reconstruction, refractive surgeries ( corneal and lens exchange) and cataract surgeries.

Assistant Professor and vireo retina consultant in King Abdulaziz University (2022) The second year of fellowship in Uveitis and Vitreo-Retina surgery (Including Endoscopy surgery) at Croix Rousse university hospital Lyon – France (Service Pr. P Denis/Pr. L Kodjikian) (2021) The first year of fellowship in Vitreo-Retina surgery at Édouard Herriot university hospital Lyon – France (Service Pr. C Burillon) (2020) French board of Ophthalmology at Claude Bernard University Lyon, France DES (November 2019) European board of ophthalmology EBO (May/2019) Ophthalmology Demonstrator at Faculty of Medicine in Rabigh-King Abdulaziz University (September 2011) Certification International Council of Ophthalmology Optics and Basic parts (2010)

Anterior Segment Specialist

President of Syrian society of Ophthalmology

Director of intralisk international medical Centre in Damascus

Dr. Andrew H. Malem, MB BChir, MA, Cantab, FRCOphth, is a Staff Physician specializing in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at the Eye Institute, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Dr. Malem studied medicine at the University of Cambridge (Gonville & Caius College), during which time he was awarded a Studentship to undertake research into oculomotor neurophysiology with the late Professor Carpenter. Dr. Malem subsequently undertook all of his core ophthalmology training in Wessex, UK, where he was involved in teaching and training ophthalmology residents. He was awarded his Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT), following which he undertook further subspecialist Fellowship training.

Dr. Malem is one of the few people who has completed two separate subspecialist Fellowships in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. The first was completed at Addenbrooke's Hospital, Cambridge, UK, where he also taught Neurobiology and Human behaviour to undergraduate medical students as a College Supervisor at the University of Cambridge.

On completion of his Cambridge Fellowship, Dr. Malem continued working at Addenbrooke's Hospital as a Locum Consultant before undertaking a second Fellowship at the world famous Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto, Canada. During his time in Toronto, Dr Malem trained in all aspects of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus and conducted further neuro-ophthalmic research, for which he was awarded a research grant from the Department of Visual Sciences. Dr. Malem continues to collaborate with his colleagues at SickKids on ongoing research projects.

Dr. Malem is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthal-mologists (FRCOphth). He was one of the youngest ophthalmologists to be elected to the Panel of Examiners of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists (RCOphth) and he examines UK and international ophthalmology candidates for the FRCOphth refraction and final Fellowship exams.

In 2022, Dr. Malem was awarded the inaugural David Laws Fellowship from the British Isles Pediatric Oph-thalmology and Strabismus Association (BIPOSA).

Aniruddha Agarwal is currently working as an Associate Staff Physician (Medical and Surgical Retina, and Uveitis) at the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Previously, he was a faculty (Assistant Professor) at the Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh, India. He has completed his Clinical Research Fellowship at the Stanley M. Truhlsen Eye Institute, Omaha, Nebraska, USA (2014-2016) and Surgical Vitreoretina Fellowship at PGIMER, India (2016-2019). He has received the Kataria Memorial Gold Medal from Prime Minister of India in 2014. He has authored more than 240 publications and 40 book chapters. His areas of interest include ocular imaging, retinal diseases and uveitis.

Senior Cornea, Refractive and Uveitis Cosultant. Head of department at SMC 2, Riyadh. Former chief of Anterior Segment division at Peince Sultan Military Medical City.

Mr Anthony Vivian BSc MBBS FRCS FRCOphth • Anthony Vivian is a Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmologist and Adult Strabismus Surgeon at Addenbrookes Hospital, Cambridge. • He is very interested in education and training, has trained many Fellows from across the world over the last 30 years. Until recently was the Head of the Postgraduate School of Ophthalmology and Associate Dean, Health Education East of England • More recently his research interests have been aimed at using technology to assist strabismus assessment and investigating novel approaches and engineering solutions to modernize strabismus surgery • He was President of the British and Irish Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Association. (BIPOSA) for 11 years • Global health projects include a project training paediatric eye surgeons in a Children’s Eye Hospital set up by ORBIS in Bangladesh, and an ongoing children’s visual health project in Botswana, Africa with Cambridge Global Health Partnerships

Arif O. Khan MD is Consultant in Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus and in Ocular Genetics at Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and is Professor of Ophthalmology at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine. Previously, until the end of 2015, he was Senior Academic Consultant at the King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and Senior Scientist at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center, also in Riyadh. Before he moved to the Gulf region in January 2002, Dr. Khan was in private practice in New York. Dr. Khan’s clinical and research interests are the management and genetics of ocular developmental disorders and strabismus. He is a frequent presenter at international ophthalmology meetings and has authored hundreds of scientific publications related to his field. Dr. Khan is Editor for the American Academy of Ophthalmology Basic and Clinical Science Course book on Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus (BCSC Section 6) and Editorial Board member for journal Ophthalmic Genetics. Previously, he served as International Consultant for the American Academy of Ophthalmology curriculum in Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus, Editorial Board member for the Journal of AAPOS, and Associate Editor for the Journal of AAPOS. Accolades: •Senior Achievement Award,American Academy of Ophthalmology 2021 •American Ophthalmological Society Election 2015 •Honor Award,American to Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus 2015 •International Scholar Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology 2012 •International Education Award, American Academy of Ophthalmology 2010 •Achievement Award , American Academy of Ophthalmology 2010 Certifications: •US National Board Medical Examination certification #425729 •American Board of Ophthalmology certification •Saudi Council for Health Specialties, Health Authority of Abu Dhabi

She is a dedicated pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus specialist. Her journey in the field of medicine began at UAE University, where she completed medical school in 2015 and pursued an internship at Tawam Hospital. She continued her training in Abu Dhabi Ophthalmology Residency Program, UAE; becoming Arab Board certified. She pursued fellowships in pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus at the University of Montreal in Canada. Additionally, she deepened her knowledge in pediatric glaucoma under the supervision of Dr Patrick Hamel during another fellowship at the same institution. Currently, she has the privilege of leading the Pediatric Ophthalmology Service in Sheikh Shakhbout medical city.

Dr. AlQahtani earned his bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery from King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences in Riyadh with first honor degree. After he completed the Ophthalmology Residency training program and obaiting Saudi Board in Ophthalmology, he went to Canada for 2-years fellowship. He completed his Cornea, Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery fellowship at the University of Ottawa where he was intensively trained on advanced corneal transplants, complex anterior segment surgeries, ocular surface tumors as well as modern refractive surgery

Training and Experience:

• Anterior and posterior Segment Surgeon, Südblick (May 2019 – Present)

• Ophthalmology Acting Consultant, Munich University Hospital (March 2017 – March 2019)

• Ophthalmology specialist, Munich University Hospital (June 2016 – Februar 2017))

• Ophthalmology resident, Munich University Hospital (September 2011- May 2016)

• Ophthalmology resident, Jeddah Eye Hospital (March 2008 - April 2010)

Education:

• Cornea and External Diseases Fellowship, University of Munich (October 2017- March 2019)

• Cataract and Refractive Surgery Fellowship, University of Munich (October 2016 - September 2017)

• German Board of Ophthalmology, June 2016

• European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma, May 2015

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, 2007 King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi-Arabia

Surgical Spectrum:

• Keratoplasty: penetrated Keratoplasty, lamellar Keratoplasty (SALK, DALK, DSEK, DMEK), Bowman Layer Transplantation, Femtosecond laser assisted Keratoplasties.

• Lens Surgeries: innovative Intraocular lenses: toric IOL, multifocal IOL, phakic IOL, Add On IOL, Sclera/Iris fixated IOL, Femtosecond laser assisted Cataract Surgery (FLACS)

• Complex anterior chamber surgeries: Triple OP (combined Cornea and Cataract surgery)

• Vitreoretinal surgery (Pars Plana Vitrectomy)

• Intravitreal Therapy

• Laser Vision Correction (LASEK/ PRK/ Trans-PRK, LASIK, ReLEx SMILE)

• Trauma Surgery

• Pterygium excision with conjunctival autograft

• Amnion membrane transplantation

• Limbal stem cell transplantation (SLET/ KLAL)

• Corneal Crosslinking (also combined with topo guided excimer laser Transepithelial- PRK /Transepithelial-PTK)

• Intrastromal corneal Ring Segments: Keraring/ Myoring/ Corneal allogenic intrastromal ring segment (CAIRS)/ Continuous corneal allogenic intrastromal ring (CCAIR)

• Excimer laser Phototherapeutic Keratectomy

• Micro-invasive Glaucoma Surgery (I-Stent, XEN Gel Stent, Preserflo)

Prof Reinstein founded the London Vision Clinic in 2002 and holds professorships at Columbia, Ulster, and Sorbonne Universities. He developed Artemis Insight VHF digital ultrasound technology to improve corneal and phakic intraocular safety. Prof Reinstein also developed PRESBYOND® Laser Blended Vision for presbyopia and was deeply involved in SMILE as the Lead Consultant to Carl Zeiss Meditec since 2002. He has published 213 peer-reviewed publications, 1 textbook on SMILE, over 40 book chapters, has given more than 1,000 international presentations and lectures, and has performed over 30,000 refractive surgical procedures. He has been awarded the Waring Medal

(2006), Kritzinger Award (2013), AAO Lifetime Achievement Award (2020), UKISCRS Lifetime Achievement Award (2023).

David F. Chang, M.D. is widely recognized as one of the top cataract surgeons in the world. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Harvard College and earned his Medical Degree from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Chang completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of California, San Francisco, where he advanced to the rank of Clinical Professor of Ophthalmology in 1999. He has taught cataract surgery to ophthalmology residents in training for more than 35 years. In 2006, Dr. Chang became only the third ophthalmologist to ever receive the Charlotte Baer Award honoring the outstanding clinical faculty member at the UCSF Medical School. As an internationally recognized cataract expert, Dr. Chang regularly lectures on cataract surgery to other surgeons in the U.S. and abroad. Dr. Chang has received the highest international awards for cataract surgery from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (Kelman Medal Lecture) and the following international cataract and refractive surgery societies: American (Binkhorst Medal), European (Ridley Medal), Canadian (Award of Excellence), United Kingdom and Ireland (Rayner Medal), German (DOC Innovator Lecture), Indian (Gold Medal), and the Asia Pacific Association of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (Lim Medal). He has been honored by the International Society of Refractive Surgery (President Award), American-European Congress of Ophthalmic Surgery (Visionary Award), All India Ophthalmology Society (President’s Lecture), Italian Ophthalmological Society (Strampelli Medal), Chinese American Ophthalmological Society (Pioneer Award), Royal Australia & New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (Gregg Medal), Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (Jose Rizal International Medal), International Intraocular Implant Club (IIIC Medal), Middle East Africa Council of Ophthalmology (El-Maghraby Award), and the International Council of Ophthalmology (Krwawicz Gold Medal). Including these, Dr. Chang has delivered more than 40 named lectures.

Dr. Grover specializes in the medical and surgical management of complex glaucoma as well as complex cataract surgery. His research interests include international ophthalmology, innovative glaucoma surgeries, and clinical outcomes in medical and surgical glaucoma management. Dr. Grover has authored numerous peer-review publications reporting innovative and novel glaucoma surgical techniques and findings. Additionally, he has authored several book chapters and serves as a reviewer for many of the premier journals in the field of Ophthalmology

Heads the Cataract and Glaucoma departments at Megur Eye Care Centre, Bidar Karnataka India.

Specialises in Complex Cataract Surgeries. He is committed to teaching surgery through his personal Youtube Channel.

He has more than 200 presentations at various national and international meetings. He is a reviewer for the Indian Journal Of Ophthalmology. He has won many national & international awards for scientific Papers and Videos.

Deepak P Edward, M.D. FACS, FARVO. is Vice-Chair, Education, Professor of Ophthalmology and Pathology at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, and Adjunct Professor, Wilmer Eye Institute, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland.

Dr. Edward is glaucoma specialist who maintains a busy clinical and surgical schedule for the treatment of advanced and complex glaucoma. He has a wide range of research interests in the fields of glaucoma, ophthalmic education, ophthalmic pathology, biomarkers, cell biology and proteomics. He has over 250 publications and has edited a textbook on glaucoma. He an active member of the American Academy of ophthalmology and received the Senior Achievement Award, and a member of the American Glaucoma Society. Dr Edward is an innovative educator and has been awarded several teaching awards during his career including a Lifetime teaching award at the University of Illinois.

Dr Edward has memberships in several professional societies including AAO, AGS, Verhoeff-Zimmerman Society, and the American Ophthalmological Society.

• Private practice at Diez del Corral Ophthalmology Clinic (Madrid, Spain) since 2001, Director since 2006.
• Speaker in many International Ophthalmological Congresses (ESCRS - European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, AECOS Congress, Spanish Ophthalmological Society, Black Sea Ophthalmological Society, Turkish Ophthalmological Society, Slovak Ophthalmological Society, FacoElche...)
• EMEA Medical Advisor for Johnson&Johnson since April 2020.
• More than 22 years of experience in Ophthalmic Surgery, specifically in premium cataract and clear lens extraction surgeries (more than 10,000 cases up to date). User of almost any kind or brand of multifocal and premium IOLs, expert in Johnson&Johnson ́s IOLs.
• Solid and significant experience in health care proffesionals and non-health care proffesionals training; and in Industry scientific events and studies. More than 3,000 hours experience in teaching and communicating.
• Responsible of the development and execution of several HCP courses for a variety of Medical Institutions.

Prof. Dr. Elisabeth M. Messmer, F.E.B.O., is part of the faculty at Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich since June 1997 and was appointed professor in 2014. Her clinical specialties are medical and surgical cornea, ocular surface disease, and inflammatory diseases of the anterior segment of the eye. In addition, she is head of the department of Ophthalmic Pathology at LMU Munich. She is part of the Executive Committee of the German Ophthalmological Society (DOG), treasurer of the newly formed European Dry Eye Society (EuDES), and member of numerous organizations including DOG, TFOS, DOP, EOPS, and ARVO, She acts as reviewer for several national and international journals, has published over 100 articles in distinguished journals and has contributed to and/or edited 13 ophthalmology books.

Dr Arbabi is the Medical Director of the Moorfields Eye Hospital Abu Dhabi. Prior to joining Moorfields Eye Hospital, he was working as a consultant ophthalmologist and the Head for Laser & Refractive Services at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital in the UK where he helped establish the fully fledged world-class Refractive Services: St Pauls Laser Vision so non-NHS procedures and non-NHS patients can benefit from receiving high quality care in a tertiary referral hospital. He holds several prestigious degrees and certifications in the field of cataract and refractive surgery including MSc in Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Certificate in Laser and Refractive Surgery (CertLRS) from Royal College of Ophthalmologist and Fellow of European Board of Ophthalmology Subspecialty Diploma in Cataract and Refractive Surgery (FEBOS-CR). He is a member of Royal College of Ophthalmologists, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, European Board of Ophthalmology, UK Cross-Linking Consortium, EYE -LAW CHAMBERS – Medicolegal Expert and Expert, Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL). He is instrumental in high quality papers in various peer reviewed journals and numerous scientific and ophthalmology publications. He is also an examiner for the University of Leeds and the University of Liverpool and for the European Board of Ophthalmologist (FEBO exam).

Fahd Quhill is a Consultant Ophthalmologist specialising in Medical Retina and Ocular inflammatory disease at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. Dr. Fahd trained in Ophthalmology in the United Kingdom at Oxford, Birmingham and London, completing three Medical Retinal Fellowships in Birmingham, Wolverhampton and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London. He has undertaken research and served as principal investigator in numerous macular degeneration, retinal vein occlusion and diabetic macular oedema trials. He has published 27 research papers on retinal and ocular inflammatory disease in leading journal/s such as Ophthalmology, British Journal of Ophthalmology and Eye, among others.

Professor Fotis Topouzis received his MD from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Greece in 1986. Topouzis pursued residency training in Ophthalmology at the "Saint-Antoine" Hospital and National Center of Ophthalmology "Quinze Vingts" Hospital Paris, France 1986 - 1990. In 1992 he received his Ph.D. in Psychophysics at the Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, Greece. He completed his Fellowship in comprehensive ophthalmology and cornea at the National Center of Ophthalmology "Quinze Vingts" Hospital Paris, France as "Assistant Specialiste des Hopitaux de Paris" in 1993. He completed his Fellowship in glaucoma at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, Los Angeles, CA, USA in 1998. Professor Topouzis joined the

Department of Ophthalmology at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki in 2001. He is the Head and Founder of the Laboratory of Research and Clinical Applications in Ophthalmology. Professor Topouzis has participated one visiting professorship: Jules Stein Eye Institute, Los Angeles, CA. Professor Topouzis is currently Chair of the 1st Department of Ophthalmology, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, AHEPA Hospital.

Francesco Carones, MD was born in Italy in 1963. He graduated in 1988 at the University of Milan, Italy, where he attended the Department of Ophthalmology as resident. In 1992 he took a clinical training period focused on refractive surgery at Emory University, Atlanta GA, USA. Formerly he was Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of Refractive Surgery at the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, S. Raffaele Hospital, University of Milan, Italy. Now in private practice, Dr. Carones is co-founder, Medical Director and Physician CEO (Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University, Evanston, Ill. USA) of Advalia Vision (formerly Carones Vision) at Advalia in Milan, Italy where he performs mainly lens replacement and refractive surgery. Dr. Carones is involved in refractive surgery since 1989, when he started pioneering the use of excimer laser. He participated at several clinical trials, including the first human study on hyperopia correction using erodible masks. He explored the application of mitomycin C after laser surgery. He was among the first to have access to the tracker-assisted flying-spot ablation technology and to propose LASEK. Currently he is clinical investigator for major surgical companies. He is one of the first users of a recently launched platform for lenticular extraction. As for lens replacement surgery, he was the first to implant a toric multifocal IOL as well as a low power add multifocal IOL. More recently, Dr. Carones developed particular interest in all presbyopia-correcting and presbyopia-mitigating IOLs, focusing on patient education. He developed the first objective measurement software for defocus curves. His cataract and refractive surgery practice also involves phakic IOLs, intracorneal ring segments, corneal inlays, corneal cross-linking. Dr. Carones published 161 papers in peer-reviewed scientific journals, books and book chapters on refractive and cataract surgery and corneal topography. His research activities lead him to lecture and present at major meetings on refractive surgery worldwide, including AAO, ASCRS, ESCRS, IIIC, AECOS and ISRS. He is Associate Editor of the Journal of Refractive surgery and member of the most important Editorial Boards. He currently serves as Board Member of International Ophthalmological Societies (AECOS, RSA, WCRSVS), and president-elect for AECOS Europe. Dr. Carones serves as Member of the Advisory Board of major ophthalmic companies (Alcon, Johnson & Johnson Vision, Hoya, WaveLight). He has been listed in the top 100 most inspirational and influential leaders in Ophthalmology in 2023-2024 (PowerList, the Ophthalmologist).

Consultant Ophthalmic and Vitreoretinal Surgeon at Venizeleio Hospital of Heraklion. He Specializes in Glaucoma Surgery, Vitreoretinal Diseases, Cataract Surgery & Eyelid Surgery.

• Chairman of Anterior Segment Surgery and Chief of the Corneal Transplant Department at Clinical Nano, Buenos Aires – Argentina.
• Professor of Ophthalmology at University of Buenos Aires.
• Speaker since 1994, from more than fifty national and international scientific meetings.
• Research area: specific interest in surgical techniques, intraocular lens, new surgical devise and equipment and ophthalmic bio-materials. Clinical and basic research.
• Director of OFTALMOCORDOBA 2021, 2022 International Ophthalmology Meeting.
• Scientific reviewer of different prestigious international medical journals.

Dr. Giovanni Battista Marcon was born in Aviano (PN) – ITALY  15th March 1961. After his bachelor he studied Medicine at the University of PADUA ITALY where he graduated in 1985.  He was immediately admitted to the EYE UNIVERSITY CLINIC of PADUA (in 1985) and he specialized in Ophthalmology in 1989 with maximum of votes and laude. During his permanence in the Clinic, he was member of the Regional Center for Immunopathology of the eye directed by Prof. A.Secchi.  In 1988 he performed a 1 year Fellowship in Immunopathology of the eye at the Bicetre University EYE Department (PARIS FRANCE) directed by Prof. OFFRET and worked together with Dr Etienne Bloch-Michel who was at that time President of IUSG (International Uveitis Study Group) From 1991 he has worked as ophthalmic surgeon at the Public Hospital of Bassano del Grappa (VI) ITALY.  Director of the EYE Department of the Public Hospital of Gorizia-ITALY from August 2001 to December 2009

Associate Professor University of Padua since 2010. He is now in Private practice since 2010. He has organized National and International meetings (even with live surgery) in particular the first meeting in ITALY on MICS surgery (in 2002) and other meetings on the children and adult strabismus surgery with live surgery ( called Videostrabismo). He has been the Local Organiser of the Meeting of the European Strabismological Association (E.S.A.) held in Venice (Italy) in October 2015.

He has served as  Councillor, Secretary and  President of the Italian Strabismological Association for more than 15 years. Council Member of the European Strabismological Association since 2013, he has served as Secretary/Treasurer of the same Association from 2015 to 2023. He has served as IPOSC Secretary/Treasurer from July 2021 to July 2024. He is Council member of ISA (International Strabismological Association). Member of the Italian Ophthalmological Society, of the ItalianStrabismological Association  and , in the past,of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. As an Institutional task he has trained young surgeons specially on the anterior segment surgery and strabismus surgery for many years. He has been involved since 1995 in a project called the Rural Eye Screening in Kenia and works in collaboration with the North Kinangop Catholic Hospital in NAIVASHA KENIA. Once a year since 1995 he performs surgical operation  and trains ophthalmic surgeon and nurses in Kenia.During his career he has performed more than 30.000 eye surgical operations mainly in the Anterior Segment of the Eye and Strabismus surgery : cataract surgery ( adults and children) using innovative techniques (bimanual and microcoaxial phaco) and using innovative IOL (accomodating and multifocal), perforating and non-perforating glaucoma surgery  as well as penetrating keratoplasty and excimer laser and non-excimer laser refractive surgery.

In the last 15 years he has dedicated his entire activity to  Strabismology  (child and adult strabismus) which is now his main activity and field of  clinical research.He is now the Director of the "Strabismological and Diplopia Centre" in Bassano del Grappa – ITALY.

More than 28 years experienced in the management of pediatric ophthalmology diseases. Leadership in the field. Surgically skilled to solve most of pediatric ophthalmology cases. High capacity to mentor and train residents and fellows in pediatric ophthalmology.

Hajiba Raoui is an accomplished healthcare leader with over 20 years of experience driving business growth, innovation, and operational excellence. As Vice-President for the GEM region at Alcon, she oversees strategy, market development, and leadership across diverse global markets in LATAM, Europe, Middle-East, Africa and South-East Asia. Previously, Hajiba held key roles at Siemens and Bayer, leading successful expansions in medical technologies and diagnostics. She holds advanced degrees in Marketing and Biomedical Technologies and is fluent in Arabic, French, and English. Passionate about advancing healthcare, she combines strategic insight with a strong commitment to innovation and team development.

Education:

1983: Medical Bachelor M.B.B.CH, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University. 1988: Master Degree (M. Sc.) in Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University.. 1992: Doctorate of Medicine (M.D.) in Ophthalmology, Cairo University. 1996: Fellowship of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, McGill University.

Present Position: Professor of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University. Director of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Children’s Hospital 1998 – 2003: Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University. 1993 – 1998: Lecturer of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University. 1990 – 1993: Assistant Lecturer of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University. 1985 – 1988: Resident in Ophthalmic section at Cairo University Hospital. 1984 – 1985: Internship.

- American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus -International Strabismus Association - Middle East African Council of Ophthalmology (MEACO). - Egyptian Ophthalmology Society (EOS). - Egyptian Society of Cataract and Corneal Diseases. - Egyptian Pediatric Ophthalmology group

Current Position: 2021 – present Corneal, cataract & Refractive Surgeon Mediclinic Airport Road Hospital, Abu Dhabi. Professional Qualifications: 2019: Cert LRS Certificate of Laser & Refractive Surgery, Royal College of Ophthalmologists, London. 2015: CCT Certificate of Completion of Training (General Medical Council, UK – GMC reg no 7001533) 2013: FRCOphth. Fellowship of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists, London. 2012: PGCert. Cataract and refractive surgery. University of Ulster, Belfast. 2007: FRCS. Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Glasgow. 2003: ICO certification. Basic, optics and clinical assessments of the International Council of Ophthalmology. 2000: MBBS. Bahauddin Zakriya University, Multan. Awards: •AAO Golden Ribbon 2010 •AAO Golden Ribbon 2011 •ASCRS Best Paper 2012 •ASCRS Best Paper 2012 •UKISCRS Best Paper 2011

Prof. Hani Sakla, consultant Ophthalmologist and head of Cataract, cornea and refractive surgery unit in Dubai Health Authority; Professor of Ophthalmology Dubai medical college. Founder and Director of Ebsaar Eye Surgery Center and Spanish Eye Clinic in Dubai. Prof Hani is recognised for his work in the treatment of Keratoconus. He has published many peer reviewed papers and books on Refractive surgery, keratoconus, cataract, bioadhesives and presented at numerous international conferences.

NATIONAL MEDICAL DEGREES: o MD Ophthalmology – Cairo University INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL DEGREES: o Fellow Johns Hopkins, USA HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTS: o International Eye Hospital o El Hayat Hospital INTERNATIONAL TRAINING: o Fellow Johns Hopkins,– Retinal surgery, USA o Ocular oncology – ESSEN Germany

Graduated from Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University in December 1977, signed up excellent with honor House officer at Cairo University Hospitals from March 1, 1978 to February 28, 1979 Resident at Cairo University Hospitals from March 18, 1979 to September 9, 1981 Master degree of Ophthalmology in May 1981, signed up excellent Clinical demonstrator, Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University from September 20, 1981 to December 27, 1981 Assistant lecturer, the department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University from December 28, 1981 to August 6, 1985 MD. of Ophthalmology in May 1985 Lecturer, Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, From August 7, 1985 to September 18, 1990 Retina Fellow, Department of Ophthalmology, Illinois University, under supervision of Professor Dr. Gholam Peyman, 1986 & 1987 Assistant Professor, the Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University from September 19, 1990 to November 29, 1995 Professor, the Department of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University, from November 30, 1995 till present Senior Consultant, Vitreoretinal Surgery

QUALIFICATIONS: -M.B.CH.B. / College of medicine, Babylon University, 1999 -F.I.B.M.S, Follow of Iraqi Board of Medical specializations, 2006. Positions: -Ophthalmology Lecturer- Babylon Medical College 2007 -Ophthalmology Lecturer –Mustansyria Medical College 2009 and still. -Ophthalmology specialist – Ibn El-Haithem Teaching eye Hospital (2007 to 2011). -Ophthalmology specialist Al-Yarmook teaching Hospital 2010 – 2016 -Member of the Consultation Committee / Ministry of health 2012.

Dr. Hatim Batawi is a consultant ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon at King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. After his medical school, Dr. Batawi career started by pursuing a master degree in Public Health Sciences and Epidemiology at University of Miami. Then, he received a clinical research scholarship from Bascom Palmer eye Institute, Miami, USA. After that, Dr. Batawi completed his residency training in ophthalmology at University of Toronto where he received The Scottie McKay Award for outstanding teaching and mentorship skills. Subsequently, Dr. Batawi completed a subspecialty fellowship training in vitreoretinal surgery at University of Toronto and Saint Michael's Hospital in Toronto. Throughout his extensive training, he had the privilege of learning from renowned experts and pioneers in the field of ophthalmology and vitreoretinal surgery including Dr. David Chew, Dr. David Wong, and Dr. Rajeev Muni. Dr. Batawi participated and presented in many national and international conferences and published more than 20 papers in peer-reviewed journals. Dr. Batawi is a member of the Saudi Ophthalmology Society, The Canadian Retina Society, and the American Society of Retina Specialists.

Cabinet Dr Kamoun located at the Maghreb Medical Center, Specialist in ophthalmology and former intern at Tunis hospitals and the Adolphe Rothschild ophthalmological foundation in Paris. Dr Kamoun contributes constructively to technological advances by carrying out several innovations in the field of ophthalmology and by actively participating in various national and international congresses. His office is open to Tunisian and foreign patients for an optimal welcome and care in the image of Tunisia and Tunisian competence.

Dr. Huda Al Dhaheri Consultant Cornea , Cataract & refractive Surgery Tawam Hospital UAE Dr. Huda Al Dhaheri is a consultant Cornea, Cataract & Refractive Surgeon at Tawam Hospital in Al Ain –UAE. She obtained her medical degree from UAE University and completed her residency training at king Saud University and Saudi Board in ophthalmology in 2013. She completed her advanced subspecialty training at King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital ( KKESH) in Riyadh- KSA, where she joined Cornea, cataract and refractive surgery fellowship program. She received her FRCS degree from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh and fellowship of the international council of ophthalmology ( FICO) in in 2014 . Dr.AlDhaheri Joined Tawam Hospital in 2016 and established Cornea Services for Al- Ain Region.

Mr Hussein Almuhtaseb is a Senior Ophthalmology Consultant, Cataract and Vitreoretinal Surgeon. Mr Almuhtaseb earned his degree in Medicine and Surgery in 2006. He obtained his CCT in Ophthalmology at the Catalan Institute of Retina in Barcelona-Spain in 2013.

Mr Almuhtaseb was awarded the FEBO (Fellow of the European Board of Ophthalmology) in 2013, in Paris, France. At the Barraquer University Institute-Autonomous University of Barcelona, he completed a Master degree in “Pathologies and Surgery of the Macula, Vitreous and Retina.

Dr El-Ghrably, MS, PhD, FRCOphth is a staff physician in the eye institute at Cleveland clinic Abu Dhabi. Prior to joining Cleveland clinic Abu Dhabi he was a consultant retina specialist at James Cook University Hospital, Middlesbrough, UK. Dr El-Ghrably was the Royal College tutor for the department of ophthalmology, at James Cook University Hospital, also he was the educational and clinical supervisor for specialty trainee doctors. He chaired the Research and Development (R&D) lead for the division of surgery in JCUH for a while and was the Ophthalmology representative for North East Local Eye Health Network (LEHN). Dr El-Ghrably is a Member of Advisory Board for some industrial Pharmaceutical companies. Also he was the Founder of Northern Regional Annual Audit meeting and a member of royal college, UK national committee for requirement of specialist trainees. In April 2012 he received the NHS Clinical Excellence Award from JCUH as recognition for his excellent clinical service and his contribution in: teaching, training and research. And in January 2000 he had Nottingham University research prize for his PhD project. Dr El-Ghrably has a special interest in medical and surgical retinal disorders. He did large number of ocular surgeries including: 3000 phacoemulsification with intraocular lens and nearly 800 of Vitreoretinal surgeries. He was actively involved in research and been awarded a PhD degree from Nottingham University, UK in 2000. He was the principle investigator for some clinical trials e.g MERLOT and Comrade clinical trials at JCUH. He has published widely and regularly invited as a speaker in many national and international conferences. Dr El-Ghrably is currently a fellow of the Royal college of Ophthalmology (RCOphth), UK, a member of the American Academy Of Ophthalmology (AAO) USA , a member of the Euretina and registered with General Medical Council (GMC), UK

Imran Jawaid is a Consultant Ophthalmologist, specialised in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai. He holds a MBChB degree in Medicine from the University of Leicester, School of Medicine, graduating with honours in 2010. He is also dual qualified as an Optometrist with a BSc(HONS) degree in 2003. Imran has completed his FRCOphth. with the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and obtained his CCT in Ophthalmology in 2020. He has more than 15 years of experience in Ophthalmology in the United Kingdom and has completed a post-CCT fellowship in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus at Birmingham Children's Hospital, UK. More recently he has been a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Head of Service for Ophthalmology at Nottingham University Hospitals, NHS Trust, which is a large tertiary centre for ophthalmic referrals. He has undertaken research in myopia, visual impairment, diabetic macular oedema and emergency ophthalmology amongst other areas and has published over 10 research papers in leading journals such as Eye, BMJ, Cornea and Journal of Ophthalmology. Alongside research Imran is a keen educator and has taught at 2 UK medical schools and contributed to book chapters in Ophthalmology. He is a member of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists and the British and Irish Paediatric Ophthalmology Society (BIPOSA) He is the recipient of several prizes and awards.

Consultant Pediatric Ophthalmologist at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City Abu Dhabi. Associate Professor of Ophthalmology Khalifa University.

Jerman M Alqahtani is an assistant professor of ophthalmology Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal university Dammam and a consultant ophthalmologist at king Fahd hospital of the university Alkhbar

Work history

• January 2002 to current: Assistant professor of ophthalmology Imam Abdulrahman bin Faisal university Dammam

• January 2000 to current: Consultant ophthalmologist king Fahd hospital of the university Alkhobar

• January 1995 to current: experienced cataract surgeon (phacoemulsification, manual small incision

  cataract surgery, extracapsular cataract surgery)

• January 2022 to current: Active member of artificial iris implantation Surgeons (Human Optic)

• January 2002 to 2006 Chairman department of ophthalmology King Fahd hospital of the university Alkhobar

• 2006 to 2014 Member of the Saudi board scientific committee Ophthalmology

• 2006 to 2014 Member of the Arab board scientific committee Ophthalmology

• 2002 to 2008 Reviewer for the journal of Ophthalmology

• 2006 to 2014 Examiner for the Arab board Ophthalmology

• 2000 to 2014 Examiner for the Saudi Board Ophthalmology

Education

• 1995-1999 Fellowship anterior segment and ophthalmic pathology At AFIP Walter Reed Medical Army Wshington USA And King Fahd hospital of the university

• 1989-1993 Resident of ophthalmology king Faisal University

Affiliations:

• Member of American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

• Member of American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS)

• Member of European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS)

• Member of Saudi Society of Ophthalmology

• Member of the International Artificial iris Implant Surgeons (Human Optics)

Certifications and Achievement:

• 2007 Shield of The Omani Ophthalmic Society, Muscat Oman

• 2010 International Ophthalmologist Education Award. American Academy of Ophthalmology San francisco USA

• 2011 International Scholar Award. American Academy of Ophthalmology San francisco USA

• 2022 Suturing an IOL to an Artificial Iris (Human Optics) and suturing the complex to the ciliary body ( First surgery in Saudi Arabia)

• 2015- current: Many published videos in cataract coach.com

• 2007 Started the Phaco chop technique in King Fahd hospital of the university Alkhobar 1995-current: trained and taught surgical skills to 5postgraduate residents

• 2016-current: Performed several hundreds of phacoemulsification procedures in different sectors of Saudi (Charity Initiatives)

Surgical Skills:

• Complicated cataract surgery with different techniques of IOL fixation without capsular support (suturing to ciliary body, Yamane Technique, Artisan retropupillary fixation).

• Premiums IOLs including presbyopia-correcting and toric IOLs

• Phacoemulsification with different phacoemulsification techniques

• Manual small incision cataract surgery

• Extracapsular cataract surgery

• Performed many thousands cases of cataract surgery and glaucoma surgery

Dr. Kamal Bhushan Kapur is a renowned ophthalmologist and one of the twos CO- founders of Sharp Sight Group of Hospitals, which operates 16 hospitals across India. With near three decades of experience in the field of ophthalmology, Dr. Kapur is widely recognized for his expertise in cataract and refractive surgery , technology, public speaking skills .With a passion for teaching ,mentoring fellow ophthalmologist and entrepreneurs , also known for training in public speaking at various platforms . being known for entrepreneurial approach to achieve and set up an organization and a corporate structure in eye care spaces. Often sought after by fellow colleagues and and seniors alike.

Dr. Karsten Klabe is a Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist with extensive expertise in glaucoma, cataract, and retina surgeries, as well as medical retina treatments. Based in Düsseldorf, Germany, he has been a key figure at the MVZ Breyer, Kaymak, Klabe Oberkassel since 2017, while also consulting at Breyer, Kaymak, Klabe Augenchirurgie since 2015. He previously held leadership roles at Marien Hospital and Saint Martinus Hospital. Dr. Klabe has contributed significantly to clinical research as a Principal Investigator, and he is a member of numerous prestigious ophthalmological societies and has been involved in clinical trials for over a decade.

A Lecturer of ophthalmology in Fayoum University. Anterior segment consultant in International Eye Hospitals Egypt.

Anterior segment consultant in Magrabi Hospitals of Egypt from April 2005- December 2006.

Specialist of Ophthalmology in Research Institute of Ophthalmology from May 1995 – August 2004.

Member of American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

Experience of doing more than 2000 cornea surgery, 20000 cataract surgery (phacoemulsification) and more than 5000 LASIK surgery.

Intensive experience in working with Alcon phacoemulsification machines especially the Infiniti machine.

Active member in the board of Egyptian cataract and refractive surgery society.

Organizing the courses for learning and passing skills to others regarding the anterior segment surgeries.

Consultant to Alcon company in Egypt and middle east. Educating doctors regarding phacoemulsification machines and surgical techniques. And researcher for the development of phacoemulsification machines for Alcon phacomachines.

Sharing experience in more than 25 live surgeries in phacoemulsication in Egypt and middle east countries.

Accomplished professional with extensive experience in treating patients and consulting Ophthalmology. Expert in improving skills of medical students and residents by teaching general ophthalmology, Glaucoma, anterior segment pathologies, and surgical skills. Demonstrated success in tutoring clinical optometry, Pharmacy and Ophthalmology thesis. Keen focus on conducting research in Glaucoma, anterior segment, and Neuro-Ophthalmology. Ability to manage departments for coordinating clinical, research and surgical activities. Possess doctorate degree in Ophthalmology.

Proven expertise in:

• Medical Research & Analysis

• Eye Consultation

• Clinical and Ophthalmic Surgery

• Process Improvement

• Patient Management

• Strategic Planning

• Health Management

• Team Building & Training

Professional Experience

King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital, Riyadh, Saudi Arab Chairman of the Glaucoma Division

Consultant/Professor

Adjunct Assistant Professor College of Medicine, AlFaisal University, Riyadh. KSA

Teach medical student the science of Ophthalmology and conduct medical practice. Provide consultancy and teach interns, residents in Ophthalmology and Glaucoma Fellows in the Glaucoma division. Support clinical activities including, treating patients, performing surgery, and delivering health advice.

Key Contributions:

Participated actively in formation of fellows in Glaucoma and residents in Ophthalmology. Received recognition in ophthalmic community by delivering exceptional performance

Professor at the School of Optics and Optometry, Universidad de Alicante, Spain

Supervise master's degree in clinical optometry

University Hospital of Torrevieja, Alicante, Spain

Chairman of Glaucoma / Anterior Segment/ Ocular Trauma Section

Dr. Koorosh Faridpooya is a renowned ophthalmologist specializing in vitreoretinal, cataract and refractive surgery, celebrated for his pioneering work in robotic-assisted ophthalmic procedures. He currently serves as the Medical Leader and Head of the Vitreoretinal Department at the Rotterdam Eye Hospital, where he has been a senior vitreoretinal staff member since 2010 training numerous national and international vitreoretinal fellows.Dr. Faridpooya's academic journey began with a Medical

Diploma and Doctorate from the Medical University of Ioannina, Greece, in 2001. His commitment to advancing his expertise led him to complete advanced fellowships in vitreoretinal surgery under prominent mentors at institutions such as the Rotterdam Eye Hospital and Middelheim Hospital in Antwerp. Throughout his career, he has led significant projects, including the development of master-slave robotic systems for vitreoretinal surgeries in collaboration with the Technical University of Eindhoven. His research also extends to pioneering studies on virtual reality training devices and robotic diagnostic machines combined with A.I., in collaboration with the Technical University of Munich. Additionally, he is working on developing better and more efficient methods to treat patients with endophthalmitis using multi-mono PCR techniques. Dr. Faridpooya has also been a prominent speaker at various international conferences, sharing his insights on robotic surgery and vitreoretinal techniques, further solidifying his reputation as a leader in his field.

-University Hospital of Goettingen, Goettingen, Germany, Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, 2012. -Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology Higher Degree of Specialization in Ophthalmology, June 2008, Irbid, Jordan. -Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Bachelor degree in Medicine and Surgery, MBBS June 2003, Irbid, Jordan. -Rosary School, High School ,Irbid, Jordan, 1997.

Luai Eldweik, MBChB Current Positions: ●Staff Physician, Pediatric Ophthalmology and Neuro-Ophthalmology, Eye institute Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2017-Present ●Member of The Clinical Competency Committee. Eye institute Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2019-Present ●Member of The Patient Experience Committee, Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi,, Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2019-Present Certifications and Licensure: ●Ophthalmology Consultant Assessment, UAE, 2020 ●Health Authority of Abu Dhabi (HAAD) Ophthalmology License, UAE, 2017 ●United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Clinical Skills, USA, 2014 ●Jordanian board of ophthalmology, Jordan, 2012 ●International Committee of Ophthalmology Clinical Ophthalmology, 2012 ●International Committee of Ophthalmology fellowship Visual Sciences; Optics & Refraction and Instruments, 2011 ●United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Clinical Knowledge, USA, 2008 ●United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Basic Science, USA, 2014 ●Jordanian Medical Licensing Examination, Jordan, 2007 Current Membership Professional Organizations: ●Emirates Medical Society (EMS), 2017-Current ●Emirates Society of Ophthalmology, 2017-Current ●North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society (NANOS), 2017-Current ●American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, 2015-Current ●American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), 2012-Current ●Jordanian Society of Ophthalmology, 2013-Current ●International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO), 2012-Current ●Jordanian Medical Association, 2008-Current

Consultant Ophthalmologist, cornea , cataract & refractive surgery & uveitis.

Saudi Board of Ophthalmology 2004

Fellowship in cornea, cataract& refractive surgery & uveitis at KKESH 2005

Fellowship of the Royal college of physician & surgeons 2008

Medical staff at KKESH in Anterior Segment & Uveitis division from 2006-2009

Chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at college of medicine Taibah University from 2010 – till present

Member of the Scientific Ophthalmology board from 2011-2014

Representative of the Saudi Society of Ophthalmology – Madina area from 2010-till present

Member of the Red Sea scientific board from its establishment in 2014-till present

Saudi board examiner from 2014-till present

Executive Medial Director at Magrabi Eye Centre – Madina& Northern regions from 2015- till present

Dr. Alkharashi is an Assistant Professor at the department of Ophthalmology, King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and an instructor at the department of Ophthalmology, Harvard Medical School in Boston, USA. He is a full time Pediatric Ophthalmologist at King Abdulaziz University Hospital in Riyadh, and a part-time consultant at Boston Childrens Hospital and Mass Eye and Ear in Boston. He is currently the chief of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus unit at King Saud University. Dr.Alkharashi is also the head of the undergraduate education committee at the department of ophthalmology at King Saud University. Dr. Alkharashi graduated from medical school at King Saud University, and then pursued residency training in Ophthalmology at McGill University, Montreal, Canada which was concluded by obtaining the Canadian Board of Ophthalmology and becoming a Fellow of the Royal Colleague of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) in the field of Ophthalmology. He later specialized in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus by doing a fellowship training at Boston Children’s Hospital/ MEEI and Harvard Medical School, during that period, he became an American Board Certified ophthalmologist. This was followed by spending four years as a full time consultant at Boston Children’s Hospital, Mass Eye and Ear Institute, Mass General Hospital and Brigham and Women Hospital in Boston, USA. Dr. Alkharashi is a member of the Pediatric Ophthalmology Saudi Sociality, member of American Academy of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Research Committee, member of the advisory committee of the Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA), ad hoc reviewer for multiple journals including the journal of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Journal of American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, European Journal of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Mahmood Showail is an Assistant Professor at the department of Ophthalmology, King Abdulaziz University and a Cornea, Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery Consultant at King Abdulaziz University Hospital in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He is appointed as the chief of Ophthalmology at the International Medical Center (IMC) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Prior to this, he served as the medical director of Magrabi Al-Murjan Eye complex in Jeddah and was a staff Ophthalmologist and a cornea surgeon at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in Oakville, Canada. Dr. Showail earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery from King Abdulaziz University. He went to University of Toronto in Canada for his residency training and obtained his FRCSC degree from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He completed his Cornea, External Disease and Refractive Surgery fellowship at the University of Toronto followed by another year of fellowship in Pediatric Cornea and External Diseases at the world renowned Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) in Toronto. Dr. Showail is a founding member of the Saudi Group of Cornea and Refractive Surgery. He sits on the review board of many leading peer-reviewed Ophthalmology journals. Dr. Showail has numerous publications in prestigious journals including Cornea, American Journal of Ophthalmology, Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology and Journal of Refractive Surgery.

M.B., B.CH., MRCSEd(Ophth). FICO. KBOphth. Head of Retina unit at Al Adan hospital, member of Retina team at AlBahar hospital and AlRabiah Medical Center. Surgical Vitreoretinal fellowship - St. Michael hospital university of Toronto.

Professor of Ophthalmology Cairo University Co-founder Dar Al Oyoun Eye Hospital President of Egyptian Vitreoretinal Society

Current Appointment

Full time Faculty Associate Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, Medical College, King Saud University

Full time Consultant, Department of Ophthalmology,

King Saud University Medical City

Cornea and Anterior Segment Clinic, King Saud University Medical City Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

• Passed the Saudi License Exam for Medical Post-graduates (SLE), Sep 2003

• Passed the General Surgery Admission Exam for Medical Post-graduates, March 2004

• Passed the Canadian Evaluation Exam (MCCEE), May 2004

• Passed the International Council of Ophthalmology Exam Part I &II (the Basic Science Assessment in Ophthalmology and Optics & Refraction), April 2005

• Passed the USMLE Step 1, May 2010

• Passed the USMLE Step 2 CK, Feb. 2010

• Passed the USMLE Step 2 CS, June 2010

• ECFMG certificate, Issue date Sep. 8th, 2010

• Passed the USMLE Step 3, Nov. 2010

• OKAP score (99th percentile April 2011, 96th percentile April 2010)

• Royal College of Physician and Surgeon of Canada in Ophthalmology, May 2011

• Passed the Written Qualifying Examination (WQE), American Board of Ophthalmology, March 2012. (scored 98th percentile)

Marianthi Psaha currently serves as Head of EMEA at Santen, where she leads the company's second-largest business region, driving growth and innovation across diverse markets. With over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, she is dedicated to improving patients' lives while navigating complex healthcare challenges. Before this role, Marianthi led Santen's global efforts in cell and gene therapy, focusing on developing transformative treatments for inherited retinal diseases. Her career spans gene therapy, rare diseases, and specialty care, including her time at Novartis, where she led the launch of the first-ever gene therapy for ophthalmology. Marianthi holds degrees from McGill University, Glasgow Caledonian University, and an MBA from Warwick Business School. She is based in Basel, Switzerland, where she lives with her family

Mr Marwan Ghabra a senior consultant at Barts Healthcare Authority With over 35 years of clinical, surgical and logistical experience in Ophthalmology. Mr Ghabra has been heavily involved in the teaching and training of young ophthalmologists in London. Honorary Senior Lecturer Centre For Oral Immunology and Regenerative Medicine Queen Mary University of London Mr. Ghabra is a published researcher, author and co-authored various publications in ophthalmology in Cataract and Keratoconus surgery, and has presented his work to both international and national audiences. In addition to being a Consultant Ophthalmologist, Mr Marwan Ghabra is a keen inventor, focusing on ophthalmic devices designed to tackle huge unmet needs in the ophthalmic space. Mr Ghabra is co-founder of MAG Optics Inc, an ophthalmic device innovation company based in Boston, USA.

Mazen Sinjab MD, MSc, ABOphth, PhD, FRCOphth (London), CertLRS (London) A consultant ophthalmic surgeon practicing in Dubai, UAE. A visiting professor of Ophthalmology at Hassan II University, Casablanca, Morocco, and a past professor of Ophthalmology at Damascus University, Damascus, Syria. A member of the examination board at The Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh. Certified with the CertLRS (laser and refractive surgery) from the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in London. The main field of specialty of Prof. Sinjab is cataract and refractive surgery, and keratoconus management.

Dr. Miltos Balidis is a highly regarded ophthalmologist specialized in the field. He completed his specialization in ophthalmology at the University of London and Royal Free University Hospital, followed by a two-year fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. Dr. Balidis served as a Postdoctoral Cornea Consultant at the Eye Clinic of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki for nine years and was the Scientific Director of the Eye Department at the Interbalkan Medical Centre of Northern Greece for seven years. He is a co-founder of the IRIS Laser Center in Larissa and Tirana as well as a co-owner of the Protypo Eye Center. Currently, he is the co-founder and appointed director of the Ophthalmica Eye Institute, the first multidisciplinary eye hospital in Thessaloniki, Greece. Dr. Balidis has a prominent role in professional societies, having served on the board of the Hellenic Society of Intraocular Implants and Refractive Surgery (HSIOIRS) for twelve years, including a term as President from 2018 to 2023. He also served as the President of the South East Europe Cataract and Refractive Society and as the country representative of Greece in the ISRS International Council. Recently, he was appointed as a member of the Program Committee of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and Vice president of International Keratoconus Society (IKS) With 45 Medline and 23 non-Medline publications in international peer-reviewed journals, Dr. Balidis has also contributed chapters to various scientific books in ophthalmology. He has been an invited speaker at the annual conference of the American Academy of Ophthalmology (2006, 2007, 2014) and received the Academy's Achievement Award in 2014. His expertise has led him to speak at numerous international conferences and participate as a surgeon in live operations across various prestigious Congresses worldwide.

Dr Mohamed ALKETBI is a young consultant ophthalmologist who recently joined SKMC hospital in the field of surgical retina and uveitis. Graduate of an MBBS program from GMU, Ajman. He pursued his further studies in FRANCE and completed his residency in ophthalmology at the University hospital of NICE, FRANCE, during which he participated in many research and publication activities and joined one humanitarian mission to CONGO in 2017. He also has done a two-year fellowship in surgical retina and uveitis at the same centre in France. This fellowship training gave him a good insight and clinical exposure to many cases and treatment modalities in the field of surgical retina and uveitis. The University Hospital of Nice, France, praises itself as being one of the most known centres in France and Europe for Ocular Oncology, Dr Alketbi have had the chance also to work with such cases with a graduation Memoire titled “ocular secondary metastasis.

Current Position: Consultant Ophthalmologist 1/11/2003 – present Medical director, Magrabi Eye Center, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, UAE & Cairo, Egypt. Publication: •Evaluation of limbal conjunctival autograft and low-dose mitomycin-c in treatment of recurrent pterygium Published in “Ophthalmology Surgery Laser & Imaging” magazine, Vol. 34 No. 3 May/June 2003 •Clinical comparison of Semiconductor Diode versus Ahmed Valve in managing refractory glaucoma This paper will be presented in UAE ophthalmic society, November 2008. Membership of professional organization: •Member of syndicate of Egyptian physicians since 1983 •Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh Since 1999. •Member in UAE Ophthalmic Society since 2004. •Member Alcon glaucoma advisory committee since 2007. •Member American Acadamy Of Ophthalmology since 2006.

Upon completion of ophthalmology residency in 1997, Dr. Hosny worked as a fellow of refractive and anterior segment surgery at the University of Alicante, Spain perusing the clinical research of his Doctorate thesis under supervision of Professor Jorge Alio. He then travelled to work as a Registrar of Ophthalmology at Princess Alexandra Eye Pavilion in Edinburgh for one year. He obtained his Masters Degree from Cairo University in 1996, His FRCS degree from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 1998, and his Doctorate degree in 1999. Dr. Hosny has numerous international publications including coauthoring in David Ben Ezra's book "Ocular inflammation". Dr. Hosny is a regular presenter at the ASCRS and occasionally at the ESCRS meetings over the past 12 years. He served for more than six years as panelist and co-Chair person in sessions at the annual meeting of the ASCRS.

Dr. Hosny is currently a Professor of Ophthalmology at Cairo University, he also is a leading Refractive and Anterior segment consultant at Dar El Oyoun Specialized Eye Hospitals in Egypt.

WORK EXPERIENCE July 2016 - Present Ophthalmology Dept. Ain Shams University Hospitals, Retina unit, Professor of clinical Ophthalmology Managing patients with medical and surgical Ophthalmic diseases with a special focus on retinal problems, teaching ophthalmology to the undergraduate and postgraduate students, and skill transfer to junior fellows and residents. Undergraduate and postgraduate exam preparation, and marking Oct 09 - June 2016 Ophthalmology Dept. Ain Shams University Hospitals, Retina unit, Associate Professor of clinical Ophthalmology Managing patients with medical and surgical Ophthalmic diseases with a special focus on retinal problems, teaching ophthalmology to the undergraduate and postgraduate students, and skill transfer to junior fellows and residents. Undergraduate and postgraduate exam preparation, and marking July 04 - Sept 09 Ophthalmology Dept. Ain Shams University Hospitals, Retina unit, Lecturer of clinical Ophthalmology Managing patients with medical and surgical Ophthalmic diseases with a special focus on retinal problems, teaching ophthalmology to the undergraduate students, and skill transfer to junior fellows and residents. OCT and Fundus Fulorescin angiography operator and analyzer. Jan 01 - June 04 Ophthalmology Dept. Ain Shams University Hospitals, Retina unit, Assistant Lecturer Managing patients with medical and surgical Ophthalmic diseases with a special focus on retinal problems, teaching ophthalmology to the undergraduate students, and skill transfer to junior fellows and residents. Sep 00 - Dec01 William Beaumont Hospital, Beaumont Eye institute, Research Retina Fellow. Medical Retina research, Animal Research and Observing in the operating rooms with the associated retinal consultants (ARC). This was part of my Doctorate / Ph.D. Thesis titled the role of plasmin in facilitating posterior vitreous detachment in macular hole surgeries in joint supervision between Dr. Williams G.A. and Dr. Trese M.T. and my university in Egypt. Sep 99 - Sep 00 Ophthalmology Dept. Ain Shams University Hospitals, Retina unit, Assistant Lecturer Managing patients with medical and surgical Ophthalmic diseases with a special focus on retinal problems, teaching ophthalmology to the undergraduate students, and skill transfer to junior fellows and residents. Apr 96 - Apr 99 Ophthalmology Dept. Ain Shams University Hospitals, Ophthalmology Resident Manage patients in a 96 beds dept with 5 fully equipped ORs. and 8 specialized units in Vitreoretinal, Glaucoma, Squint, Oculoplastics, Cornea and anterior segment. Mar 95 - Feb 96 Ain Shams University Hospitals, House officer (PGY1) Attended two monthes in each department (Surgery, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, OB&GYN, Emergency and Ophthalmology).

Mohamed Sayed, MD, is an internationally recognised Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon specialising in cataract, glaucoma, and anterior segment surgery in adults and children at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has undergone advanced fellowship training in glaucoma and paediatric ophthalmology at the prestigious Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Florida, USA. He is one of a handful of specialists with dual training in these two subspecialties. Dr. Sayed has more than 13 years of international experience in ophthalmology, working in major centers of excellence in Saudi Arabia and the United States. Before joining Moorfields Dubai, he worked for eight years in the United States, where he practised tertiary-level advanced glaucoma and cataract care and held the position of Assistant Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida. There, he trained residents and fellows on the most advanced surgical techniques. Additionally, he served on the clinical faculty of Florida State University. His areas of expertise are in the medical and surgical management of glaucoma and cataract, including laser surgery, customised cataract surgery with premium intraocular lens implants (toric, extended depth of field and trifocal), minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), surgery for complex glaucoma (trabeculectomy and tube shunt devices), and combined cataract and glaucoma surgery. His surgical innovations include refining techniques of glaucoma drainage devices to render them less invasive and combining minimally invasive procedures (laser, canaloplasty and miniature stents) to achieve optimal intraocular pressure control. He is one of a few ophthalmologists in the Middle East who specialise in childhood glaucoma. Dr. Sayed is an accomplished researcher with numerous publications in major ophthalmology journals and book chapters to his credit. His publications on laser surgery techniques in glaucoma are considered authoritative. He received a prestigious award for clinician scientists from the American Glaucoma Society for conducting cutting-edge research on artificial intelligence in glaucoma. He regularly presents his analysis at international meetings. He has been invited to train his fellow ophthalmologists on advanced glaucoma surgical techniques in several workshops in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Dr. Sayed is a Member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Glaucoma Society, American Association of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, a Fellow of the International Council of Ophthalmology, and a Diplomate of the Saudi Board of Ophthalmology. He serves on the Multimedia Committee of the American Glaucoma Society.

• Prof. Mohamed Shafik is a Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Alexandria, Egypt and serves concurrently as a Cornea and Refractive Surgery Consultant at the Alexandria University Hospital in Egypt.
• Masters degree of Ophthalmology (University of Alex) and Doctorate degree in Ophthalmology (University of Complutense Madrid, Spain), Fellow of Instituto Ramon Castroviejo, Madrid.
• Founder and director of Horus Vision Correction Center, Alexandria and three other leading refractive centers in Egypt and Middle East.
• TFOS (Tear Film and Ocular Surface Society) Global Ambassador.
• Member of Many International Refractive Societies and Founder member of many Refractive Societies in Egypt and Middle East.
• Board member of the Egyptian Society of Ocular Implants and Refractive Surgery (ESOIRS), the Egyptian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (EgSCRS) & the Egyptian Refractive Club (ERC).
• Member of Reviewers board of many of the leading Refractive Surgery Peer reviewed journals.
• Winner of many honors and awards from the Egyptian and regional Societies of Refractive Surgery.
• International Global Advisory Board Member of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Today (CRSTE).
• Author of more than 60 Original Articles and Book Chapters in the Field of Refractive Surgery.

• • Associate Professor at memorial institute of ophthalmic research.
  • Vitreoretinal Consultant  , MIOR , Egypt
  • CEO of  El Ferdaws Eye Center.
  • Head of retina department at Global Eye hospital, Cairo , Egypt.
  • Vitreoretinal Consultant at El Mashreq Eye Center.

Consultant ophthalmologist and vitreoretinal surgeon at King Faisal University, Saudi Arabia.

Dr. Alfalah has graduated from the College of Medicine at King Faisal University in 2011. Following his graduation, he pursued his residency training at King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital in Riyadh, where he earned the Saudi Board of Ophthalmology with honors in 2015.

Driven by a passion for further specialization, Dr. Alfalah undertook a second residency training program at the University of Toronto from 2016 to 2021. Subsequently, he completed a subspecialty fellowship in vitreoretinal surgery at the same institution. Throughout his extensive training, he had the privilege of learning from renowned experts and pioneers in the field of ophthalmology.

Dr. Alfalah has a strong foundation in research and a particular interest in the management of retinal detachment, with a focus on the latest advancements in pneumatic retinopexy

Consultant Ophthalmologist | Assistant Professor, Department of Ophthalmology, King Fahad University Hospital, Imam  Abdulrahman  Bin  Faisal University and Al-Kahhal Medical Complex, Eastern Province, KSA Cornea, Cataract and Refractive surgery. Dr. Mohanna Al-Jindan is Chairman of Ophthalmology Department Imam  Abdulrahman  Bin  Faisal University. Dr. Al-Jindan is board member of Scientific Board of ophthalmology in Saudi Arabia and a board member of Al-Basar International Foundation. Dr. Al-Jindan brings more than 15 years of experience in ophthalmic surgery with special interest in Endothelial Keratoplasty and 2ry IOL. In addition to his surgical practice, Dr. Al-Jindan is frequent speaker in regional and international ophthalmic congresses.

Dr.Mohannad is a board-certified Ophthalmologist and a Glaucoma and Cataract Surgeon who has the Fellowship from the well known King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital in Saudi Arabia.

Dr.AlQurashi obtained his Ophthalmology board from the joint ophthalmology residency program in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

He then completed a Glaucoma fellowship at King Khalid Eye Specialist Hospital (KKESH).

Dr.AlQurashi expertise includes Standard and Micro-invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) techniques, Complex Cataract surgery. Pediatric Glaucoma Surgeries.

Dr. Moncef Khairallah is Professor of Ophthalmology at the Fattouma Bourguiba University Hospital and the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Monastir in Tunisia.For more than 25 years, he has been leading a team of specialists in the management of uveitis and retinal disease. He regularly participates as an invited speaker at national and international scientific meetings. He has also taken part in the organization of several congresses and symposiums in the fields of uveitis and retina in Tunisia and internationally. Professor Moncef Khairallah is an elected member of the Jules Gonin Club and of the International Uveitis Study Group, a member of the Vision Loss Expert group of the Global Burden disease group, a member of the Club Francophone des spécialistes de la rétine, a member of the Euretina uveitis subcommittee and a member of the International Council of the International Ocular Inflammation Society. He is the current president of the MEACO uveitis society. He is also a member of the editorial board/associate editor for several international ophthalmology journals. He has published more than 250 peer-reviewed articles, co-edited six books on uveitis and ocular infections and written about a hundred book chapters. He has received numerous awards and honors, including the Achievement Award (2005) and the Senior Achievement Award (2019) from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the 2016 Gold Medal from the Moroccan Society of Ophthalmology, and the 2018 Gold Medal from the Tunisian Society of Ophthalmology. Professor Moncef Khairallah has been ranked among the world's top 2% of scientists in 2023 and 2024, according to the Scientist's List by Stanford University.

Dr Ahad is working as a Senior consultant and head of the anterior segment division at King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital (KKESH) Riyadh. He is Adjunct associate professor at Alfaisal University Riyadh and member of the medical advisory board of Lions eye Institute for transplant and Research Florida USA. Dr Ahad did his ophthalmology training in Oxford UK, and before coming to Saudi Arabia was working as consultant ophthalmologist in Bournemouth UK. He holds PhD in immunogenetics and his research interests include corneal epithelial regeneration and ocular surface inflammation phenotyping and biomarkers. His main areas of clinical interests are endothelial keratoplasty, ocular surface diseases and immunosuppression.

Vice President, Head of Emerging Markets & South Europe (from 2023) 30+ years in Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Industry 1987 – 2001 Pharmacia, initially Germany, after Turkey 2001 – 2003 Country Manager Turkey 2003 – 2009 Shering-Plough, General Manager Turkey 2009 – 2011 MSD, Managing Director/ Turkey 12+ years with Bausch+Lomb: 2012 Country Manager, Turkey & Greece 2014 VP Regional Head Bausch Health, TMEA Board Member - Association of Research-Based Industry Turkey Chairperson 2008-2010 2017 Regional Head, TGMEA Pharma 2019 Regional Head Pharma, TGMEA, Romania, Bulgaria & CIS 2022 Vice President, Regional Head Pharma & Consumer, Eastern Europe, Russia/CIS and Middle East & Africa

Dr. Murad Alobthani, MBBS, FRCS(Canada)

• Consultant Ophthalmologist – Head of Department – Sheikh Khalifa Medical City – Abu Dhabi
• Cornea, Cataractand Refractive Surgery
• Clinical Adjunct Professor, Khalifa University, Abu Dhabi

Dr. Alobthani did the residency training at University of Toronto, Canada and graduated from the Royal College of Surgeons Canada. He completed cornea and refractive surgery fellowship at University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada followed by a second Corneal fellowship at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, UK.

Dr. Ramappa is a distinguished clinician-scientist and a leading authority in pediatric corneal diseases and anterior segment developmental abnormalities. He heads the Cornea and Anterior Segment Services, the Institute for Rare Eye Diseases & Ophthalmic Genetics, and the Centre for COVID Eye Diseases Study at L V Prasad Eye Institute in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Dr. Ramappa's substantial contributions to the field include over 135 peer-reviewed publications, 18 academic textbook chapters, and more than 100 oral and poster presentations. He has received 40 national and international awards, including those from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO). He pioneered pediatric corneal transplantations, performing over 200 procedures annually at L V Prasad Eye Institute. His clinical research focuses on long-term outcomes of corneal grafting in children, comparative case cohorts of novel selective tissue transplantation procedures, and evaluating complications and outcomes of innovative techniques. Dr. Ramappa's areas of expertise include rare eye diseases, ocular genetics, corneal imaging, herpetic infections, ocular drug delivery systems, and advanced pediatric cataract surgery using state-of-the-art intraocular lenses. His laboratory-based work involves translational and clinical research on pediatric corneal diseases and genetic abnormalities. Dr. Ramappa has developed an innovative disruptive less invasive surgical technique called Selective Endothelialialectomy in Peters Anomaly (SEPA), which has been adopted by numerous pediatric surgeons for managing Peters anomaly cases. He is also investigating gene editing for corneal endothelial dystrophies, transcriptional developmental abnormalities of the cornea, and creating a single-cell cornea atlas using cell transcriptomics. As a clinician-scientist, Dr. Ramappa actively engages in clinical research programs to validate the genetic basis of pediatric corneal diseases. He has published original research articles on various pediatric corneal diseases, including corneal dystrophies. Dr. Ramappa has also served as the principal investigator (PI) for numerous grants and clinical trials, such as a Phase II trial evaluating the effectiveness of topical NSAID eye drops in treating congenital hereditary endothelial dystrophy (CHED).

Professional qualifications • Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine & Surgery ( M.B.Ch.B.) …1998 Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University; Egypt. • Master Degree in Ophthalmology ( M.D.) … 2003 Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University; Egypt. • Doctorate Degree in Ophthalmology … 2007 Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University; Egypt • Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons (Glasgow) … 2017 The Royal College of Surgeons; Glasgow, The United Kingdom Medical licensure • Licensed to practice medicine in Egypt by the Egyptian Medical Syndicate in March 2000 • Licensed as an Ophthalmology Specialist in Egypt by the Egyptian Medical Syndicate in April 2004 • Licensed as an Ophthalmology Consultant in Egypt by the Egyptian Medical Syndicate in October 2010 • Registered in the British General Medical Council (GMC) on 15th of April 2019 I am interested in the field of Glaucoma, and pediatric glaucoma to be more specific. I conduct clinical (prospective and retrospective) (and less frequently, basic science) research in the field of pediatric glaucoma. Disciplines Ophthalmology Skills and expertise Ophthalmology, Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma, pediatric glaucoma Researchgate link is: Nader Bayoumi (researchgate.net)

Professor Dr Nihal Al Shakankiri is a Professor of Pediatric Ophthalmology in Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University in Egypt. She completed her undergraduate studies in Alexandria University and obtained her Bachelor Degree in 1989. She completed Ophthalmology residency in Alexandria Main University Hospital to obtain a Master Degree in Ophthalmology in 1994, and then her Doctorate Degree in Ophthalmology in 2000. She was then appointed to join the faculty staff  where she finally became Professor of Ophthalmology in 2010. She developed a special interest in Pediatric Ophthalmology in the year 1995 to mark her first steps with a Doctorate Degree thesis about the evaluation of heparine surface modified IOLs in children. She then continued a life long commitment to Pediatric Ophthalmology by a series of research topics in different aspects of Pediatric Ophthalmology with special interest in pediatric cataract. Some of her publications appear in International journals as Ophthalmology, Journal of Cataract and Refractive Surgery and journals in the domain of molecular and clinical genetics.

Prof. Dr Nezzar Hachemi MD, PhD, FEBO, is an oculoplastic ophthalmic surgeon & Strabismologist Currently Head of Department in Dubai Hospital. He raised in France with full French education, he completed the full training program in

Ophthalmology holding a French and European Board of Ophthalmology. He completed two fellowship programs in pediatric-Stabismus and Oculoplastics-Orbital surgery. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr Nezzar Hachemi has an active interest in academia. He obtained a PhD in Neurosciences in the French research center of Blaise Pascal University

Auvergne. He teaches Medicine and ophthalmology for several years in France as professor and in the UAE as Residency Program Director in Dubai. He published number of paper and book chapters in the field of ophthalmology as well as in Neurosciences. He is associate editor of Dubai Medical Journal. Before moving to Dubai, Dr Nezzar was head of pediatric & Oculoplastic ophthalmology at King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center in Riyad, Professor at Al Faisal University.

Dr Nezzar is also CMO and partner of Ovision, several centers of excellence in ophthalmology in Lyon France.

Current Position: Chairman-Posterior Segment/Consultant Institution 11/2020-present Cleveland Clinic, Abu Dhabi Certification and Licensure: Name of Board: Virginia Board of Medicine Date of Certificate: 5/10/2006 – present Licensure State/Number: Virginia/0101239934 Date Issued: 5/10/2006 Name of Board: American Board of Ophthalmology Date of Certificate: 6/7/2009 – present Licensure State/Number: Date Issued: 6/7/2009 Name of Board: Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates Date of Certificate: Valid Indefinitely Licensure State/Number: 0-545-182-8 Date Issued: August 12, 1997 Membership in Professional Societies: Virginia Medical Society: 2008-2009 Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO): Dec 1, 2000-present American Academy of Ophthalmology: 2004-present Virginia Society of Ophthalmology: 2004-2009 Wilmer Resident Association, 2000-2003 The Johns Hopkins Alumni Association, 2008-present Johns Hopkins Medical & Surgical Association, 2008-present American Association of Ophthalmic Pathologists, 2007-present International Society of Ophthalmic Pathologists, 2007-present Saudi Ophthalmological Society, August 2010-July 2014 Middle East Africa Club of Oncology and Ocular Pathology (MEACOOP), Jan 2014-present Emirati Retina Group, October 2014-present. Honorary member of the South African Vitreoretinal Society, South Africa, April 30, 2017-present.

Sheikha Dr Al Qassimi graduated from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University (MBBS). She did her internship in Al Ain hospitals, then left to Cairo, Egypt to pursue her master’s degree in Kasr El-Aini. Sheikha Dr. Al Qassimi joined the residency program in the Ophthalmology Department at Bonn University Hospital where Prof Dr. Frank Holz is the Chief of the Ophthalmology Department. Her experiences included general ophthalmology and all the subspecialties including procedures and surgeries. After getting the German Board (FACHARZT), she completed 2 years Fellowship in the same department in Medical Retina Then joined Moorfield’s Eye Hospital under Prof Dr. Sue Lightman’s supervision for 18 months fellowship in Uveitis and Medical Retina as a full registered Doctor at the General Medical Council. During that period, she was engaged in the clinical practice and research facility, as she conducted several multi center research clinical trials. She has a wealth of experience in diagnosing, investigating, and managing conditions such as Diabetic Retinopathy, Vascular retinopathy, retinal degenerations and dystrophies, macular diseases, and inflammatory eye diseases. Currently, Sheikha Al Qassimi is a consultant in medical retina and uveitis at Shaikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi. Engaged in several retinal guidelines and researches She is the President of the Emirates Society of Ophthalmology and member in the American Academy of Ophthalmology, The American Society of Retina Specialists, Euretina and International Uveitis Study Group

Dr Noura Almansoori, is a Emirati consultant ophthalmologist specialized in medical retina and vitre-retinal surgeries. She is working currently in Samaya specialized Center Abudhabi, and she is the deputy Medical director . She finished her fellowship of Medical and surgical Retina in University of Montreal , Canada where she accomplished all varieties of complex surgical procedures. She received multiple high achievements awards during residency and fellowship. She is well recognized as the only Emirati female consultant Vitreo-Retinal surgeon currently on practice.

– Omnia Hamam, MD, DES is a Consultant Ophthalmologist in Zayed Military Hospital. Fellowship in Glaucoma and Retina from Pierre and Marie Curie University Paris. She is also an Adjunct Assistant Professor in the UAE University and Head of Scientific Committee in Emirates Society of Ophthalmology. – She is French board certified, Worked during 5 years in different university hospitals in Paris, followed by 2 years in Quinze Vinghts hospital – The second biggest eye center in Europe. She was apart from research team in ocular surfaces and glaucoma disease in Institute du vision in Paris. She has given many lectures in National and International Congress. She also obtained four University Diplomas such as: DU in Glaucoma 2015; DIU in Retinal Imaging and Pathology 2014; DIU of Neuropthalmology 2012-2013; DIU Ocular Inflammation and infection 2009-2010. – In relation to her field, she has the eagerness to learn and interested more particularly in Ocular Imaging. Through her capabilities, she is performing a series of courses and workshops about Ocular Imaging Techniques and Interpretation, Optical Coherence Tomography Angiography in Retina, Ocular Echography, Visual field of Retina, Optic Nerve Imaging, Ocular Radiology etc. She mainly believes that learning is a process to guide her through her journey.

Osama Giledi is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai , specialize in Cornea, Cataract and Refractive Vision Correction Surgery.Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Mohammed Bin Rashid University Of Medicine and Health Sciences (MBRU) Dubai. He is an experienced consultant ophthalmologist with a wide range of experience in Cornea, Ocular Surface, and Modern Cataract and Refractive surgery. He was graduate from Libya than did his Ophthalmology training and work in united kingdom for 22 years before coming to UAE 7 years ago. He had 2 years Fellowship training in cornea and refractive surgery at the Corneoplastic Unit and Eye Bank at Queen Victoria Hospital NHS Trust, UK.

• FRCS (glascow)ophthalmology 2002

• Manager of phacoemulsification training courses held in ibn-alhaitham eye teaching hospital 2005.

• Founder and manager of Jenna ophthalmic centre 2016.

• Founder and president of Iraqi society of cataract and refractive surgeons.2018

• Co-founder and co-chairman of MOCAT(Mesopotamia ophthalmology conference for advanced techniques)

• Clinical surgical practice in doing more than 30,000 phacoemulsification,10,000 Lasik ,6000 smile surgeries, 2500 ICL ( visian ) surgeries,plus other surgeries.

Dr Ossama Hakim is a 20 years consultant of ophthalmology with long experience in diagnosis and management of patients with strabismus, lid and lacrimal problems. Dr. Hakim is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh, UK, a Fellow of the University of California, and a Fellow of the University of Greifswald, Germany. Dr. Hakim is a member of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, American academy of pediatric ophthalmology and adult strabismus, American academy of oculoplasty, International Society of Genetic Eye Diseases and International Council of Ophthalmology.

Piergiorgio Neri, BMedSc, MD (Hons), PhD, FEBOphth Piergiorgio Neri, BMedSc, MD(Hons), PhD graduated at University of Ancona medical school in 2000. He obtained a specialist diploma in ophthalmology at University of Ancona in 2004 and his Ph.D in neuroscience at University of Ancona in 2007. Dr Neri was Honorary Research Fellow in Uveitis at the Eye Department, University of Aberdeen and Visiting Professor at Moorfields Eye Hospital in London. He acted as a head of Ocular Immunology Service at the Ospedali Riuniti di Ancona since 2007. He was named Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Polytechnic University of Marche-Ancona in 2010 that he left in 2018 in order to join the Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi where he is currently working. In Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi he is consultant for medical retina and uveitis, and acts as Director of the Uveitis Service, as well as Medical Director of Patient Experience for the entire Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi. Dr Neri is also appointed as Clinical Full Professor of Ophthalmology at Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine, of Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, Ohio, USA, as well as Adjunct Clinical Full Professor of Ophthalmology at Khalifa University in Abu Dhabi. Dr. Neri is author and co-author of more than 120 national and international publications. He is member of: “International Ocular Inflammation Society-IOIS” (2004), “EURETINA, European Society of Retina Specialists” (2007), “EVER, European Association for Vision and Eye Research” (2007). He is also the Secretary General of the “SOIE-Society for Ophthalmo-Immunoinfectiology in Europe” since 2008 and former Section Chair of EVER and current Vice President. In 2014, Piergiorgio Neri achieved the title of Fellow of European Board of Ophthalmology (FEBOphth). Dr Neri acts as Editor in Chief of International Ophthalmology and as Reviewing Editor of Ocular Immunology & Inflammation. He is also reviewer of: International Ophthalmology, Ocular Immunology and Inflammation, Ophthalmic Surgery, Lasers and Imaging, British Journal of Ophthalmology, Indian Journal of Ophthalmology, Investigative Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Middle East and Asian Journal of Ophthalmology, Retina. Area of specialization: ocular inflammation, auto-immunity, immunesuppression, ocular infections, retinal diseases.

Bio- Dr. Pooja Khamar is a distinguished consultant in cataract and refractive services at Narayana Nethralaya Eye Institute. With extensive clinical and research experience, she has significantly advanced ophthalmology, particularly through her Ph.D. research on wound healing in refractive surgery at Maastricht University. Her specialized training includes a CORE fellowship at Narayana Nethralaya, Bangalore, focusing on cataract and refractive surgery, dry eye, and keratoconus. Dr. Khamar is actively involved in translational research at the GROW and IBMS Lab, working on projects that benefit patients and the medical community. Recognized through numerous publications and as a faculty member at prestigious conferences, Dr. Khamar has been named one of the Top 10 Rising Stars of Ophthalmology and awarded the Troutman Award for her exceptional contributions to refractive surgery. Her work has been honored on both national and international platforms. With her extensive knowledge, clinical expertise, and research contributions, Dr. Khamar is a trusted authority in ophthalmology, dedicated to improving patient care and advancing scientific understanding.

Dr Ramesh Kekunnaya is the Network Director – Technology Innovation at LVPEI. The other major portfolios that he is handling include Director of the Child Sight Institute, Director of Centre for Technology Innovation, and Head - Jasti V Ramanamma Children's Eye Care Centre at LVPEI. Dr Kekunnaya is also an Executive Bureau Director of the World Society for Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (WSPOS), Founder Executive Bureau member of Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Network (POSN) of India, and an Administrative Council Member of the International Strabismological Association (ISA). Dr Kekunnaya received his basic medical training from the Karnataka Medical College, Hubli, and specialized in ophthalmology from the Government Medical College, Mysore. He completed a fellowship in Paediatric and Neuro Ophthalmology, Strabismus and Comprehensive Ophthalmology at LVPEI, followed by a Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Fellowship (AAPOS accredited) at the Jules Stein Eye Institute, University of California, USA. His core clinical interests include simple and complex strabismus in adults and children (squint), childhood cataract, vision development, myopia, amblyopia (lazy eye) and neuro-ophthalmological disorders in children. He has been honoured with Achievement Awards from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) and Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr Kekunnaya is also the recipient of the International Scholar Award and International Education Award from AAO, and Honor Award from the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus. Dr Kekunnaya has authored over 150 publications in peer-reviewed journals in addition to having written over 25 text book chapters. He is the Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus Section Editor for the British Journal of Ophthalmology, the Current Eye Research, and the BMJ Open Ophthalmology. He has presented widely, is invited as keynote speakers at both national and global levels, and is passionate about teaching.

• Certified retina surgeon with wide experience in managing complicated pediatrics and adult cases.
• Chairman of retina department at King Khallid Eye Specialist Hospital (KKESH).
• ‏Former director of retina department Jeddah Eye Hospital (JEH) as part of KKESH outreach national program.
• Fellowship of surgical retina from KKESH and Johns Hopkins university
• Clinical research Fellowship at KKESH.
• Member of the blind prevention team.

Consultant Cornea and Refractive surgery Clinical and translational Scientist, Narayana Nethralaya, Bangalore, INDIA GROW laboratories Faculty, Dept. of Ophthalmology, Univ. Maastricht.

Prof. Dr. Rohit Shetty is the Vice Chairman of Narayana Nethralaya Eye Institute. He is a Professor at Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, India and an Adjunct Associate Professor at MS Ramaiah Medical College, Bangalore and is an Affiliate Associate Professor and PhD guide at the Maastricht University in the Netherlands. Prof. Dr. Rohit Shetty has over 200 Publication in peer reviewed indexed Journals. He is a Corneal Refractive Surgeon at Narayana Nethralaya Eye Institute, Bangalore, India. His other areas of work include Neuro-ophthalmology electrophysiology.

Prof. Dr. Rohit Shetty defended his PhD from Maastricht University, Netherlandson Understanding the Clinical, Immunological and Genetic Molecular Mechanism of Keratoconus. He has a special interest in the management of Keratoconus, tear film abnormalities and biomarkers. He has introduced cutting edge technology at Narayana Nethralaya and spearheads treatment for challenging eye disorders.

In the 2015 annual conference of the All India Ophthalmological Society, Dr. Rohit Shetty won the prestigious Col. Rangachari award for the overall best paper of the conference for his work on “Is Inflammation Driving Keratoconus? – A Holistic Study Of Molecular Pathways”.

The American Academy of Ophthalmology recently conferred an achievement award to Dr. Rohit Shetty for the distinguished services he has rendered over the years to the programs of the society.

Speaker at the Saudi Ophthalmology Symposium 2008, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023. Speaker at the World Ophthalmology Congress (WOC) 2012, 2020. Speaker at European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons Symposium (ESCRS) 2012, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2018. Speaker at " Innovation in Cataract surgery meeting". Nov 2017 Best research Award 2013 (Saudi Ophthalmology). Teacher of the Year 2015 at King Khaled Eye Specialist Hosp. Best Video Award 2016 and 2017 (Saudi Ophthalmology). Member of Saudi Board exam committee 2018. Scientific committee member of Saudi ophthalmology symposium 2018 and 2019. Scientific committee member of Red sea ophthalmology symposium 2017 and 2019. Bachelor of medicine and surgery from King Abdulaziz University Saudi Arabia (MBBCh). 2003 International council of Ophthalmology (ICO) basic, optic and clinical exams. 2008-2009 Saudi Board of ophthalmology 2010. King Saud University ophthalmology Board. 2010 Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow. (FRCS) 2012 Fellowship in Cornea, Cataract and Refractive surgery from king Khaled eye specialist hospital – Saudi Arabia. 2011-2012 Cornea, Cataract and Refractive surgery senior ophthalmology consultant at King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital , Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. 2013 –2021

Saad A. Waheeb, M.D. F.R.C.S.C.

Associate Professor of Ophthalmology

Head of Ophthalmology Department

Senior Consultant Ophthalmology and Vitreoretinal Surgery

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Center

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

• A CONSULTANT OPHTHALMOLOGIST had his FRCS in Ophthalmology from the Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Glasgow (UK) & an Associate of the American College of Surgeons (AACS) (USA) and REFRACTIVE FELLOW FROM SCHWIND AMARIS FRANKFORT university (Germany). • Dr. Safwan finished his medical college from Baghdad Medical College. In 1998 & his first ophthalmic fellowship from Iraqi Commission of Medical Specialization (FICMS). • He is member of the American Society of Retina Specialists(ASRS) Member of the American Society of Catarct and Refractive Surgeons(ASCRS). & a member of the American Academy of Opthalmology(AAO). • Dr. Safwan Al Bayati is a consultant in Phaco-Vitrectomy. He had his fellowship training in phaco-vitrectomy under Dr. Frank Koch from Frankfurt University, Ophthalmic Department, Germany. • Had done his training in LASIK from Munich, Germany (Bausch & Lomb). He is among few ophthalmic surgeons in the world experts in anterior segment & posterior segment. Expert in Refractive Surgery & Among the first group of ophthalmic surgeons who started ICL in 2005 in Dubai, UAE. He has a wide range of experience in the management of retinal cases. Medical Director of New Vision Eye Center in DHCC

Dr. Saleh Saif Al Messabi FRCS is one of the most esteemed Ophthalmologists in the region. For his quality of work, he was presented the Best Surgical Performance Award by Health Authority of Abu Dhabi. He is also a recipient of the prestigious Sheikh Rashed Al Maktoum award for Scientific outstanding.

Dr. Al Messabi has been known to be a pioneer when it comes to new developments in his field. He is one of the first 2 surgeons to introduce Femto-Cataract surgery to the Middle East in early 2012 and new types of multifocal intraocular lenses. A leader of innovation and one of the first few surgeons in the Middle East to start and to teach the most advanced forms of Corneal transplant like DSAEK and DALK in 2007.

Dr. Al Messabi finished his 5 years Ophthalmology Residency training from McGILL University, Canada. He then spent one year further to finish his Cornea and Refractive Surgery clinical fellowship at University of Montreal in 2007, after which he joined Sheikh Khalifa Medical City as Ophthalmology Consultant. During his tenure he established the Corneal Transplant program for SEHA in the same year, 2 years later he founded the Residency program and served until august 2012 as Residency Program Director and Head of Ophthalmology Department. After that, he joined Samaya Eye Hospital in Abu Dhabi as medical director and partner.

Dr. Al Messabi is the President of the Emirates Society of Ophthalmology and a very active member in Education and Research. He teaches Medical students in UAE University and has always given lectures in all the major, international conferences like AAO, ASCRS, ESCRS, WOC at different cities around the world.

Dr. Salman Waqar is an experienced consultant ophthalmologist specializing in the treatment of adult glaucoma and cataracts at Moorfields Eye Hospital in Dubai Healthcare City. His areas of expertise include medical, laser and surgical treatments for glaucoma (including minimally invasive implants and aqueous shunt devices). He also offers cataract surgery using the latest small incision technology, and with a range of intraocular lenses (Toric, Multifocal and Extended Depth of Field), tailored to the patients individual needs. Dr. Waqar graduated from Pakistan and has over 15 years’ experience of work in the United Kingdom. He holds a Certificate of Completion of Training from the UK, and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. He has worked in various prestigious eye units including the West of England Eye Unit (Exeter), where he completed his sub-specialty training in glaucoma. In his career, he has been appointed as a consultant across a wide range of leading medical institutions such as the Royal Eye Infirmary (Plymouth), Nuffield Health, Medical Eye Clinic and Newmedica. In addition to his clinical work, he has also performed with distinction as director of clinical governance and for the glaucoma service. Dr. Waqar’s research interests include optimizing patient outcomes with minimally invasive surgery, using virtual reality simulation to investigate surgeon performance and the development of innovative surgical instruments to improve patient safety. He has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, such as the British Journal of Ophthalmology and the Journal of Cataract and refractive Surgery, and presents regularly at national and international meetings. He holds memberships with the United Kingdom and Eire Glaucoma Society, the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons and the American Academy of Ophthalmology. In his capacity as an Honorary Fellow with Plymouth University, he has been involved in training the doctors and surgeons of our future. In 2019, his work was recognized with a nomination for a regional Trainer of the Year Award by the Peninsula School of Ophthalmology. In addition, he has been the recipient of numerous research grants, and has co-authored two medical textbooks. Other accolades include invitations as a surgical skills instructor at minimally invasive glaucoma surgery courses, and to the microsurgical skills course with the Royal College of Ophthalmologists. In his spare time he is an avid reader, aspiring author and motivated triathlete.

Mr Hamada is a highly trained and experienced consultant ophthalmologist and cornea surgeon with a special interest in cornea, cataract and laser and lens refractive surgeries in adults and children. He serves as the Clinical Lead of the Cornea Plastic Unit and Eye Bank at Victoria Hospital NHS Trust and is the Medical Director of the Eye Clinic London. With over 25 years in ophthalmology, he is a pioneer in managing corneal diseases in children. As one of the few eye surgeons worldwide with the educational, academic, and clinical expertise, Mr Hamada excels in handling complex paediatric corneal cases. Mr. Hamada holds advanced qualifications in Cataract and Refractive surgery, including a master's degree from Ulster University and fellowship training at prestigious international eye centres. He has performed more than 20,000 cataract surgeries, many involving intricate cases that were referred for his expertise and skills .Mr.Hamada is renowned for his expertise in high-risk corneal transplantation, ocular surface reconstruction, and complex corneal diseases. He has performed advanced paediatric and adult corneal surgeries, including SALK, DALK, DSEK, DMEK, and more.

Current Position: Consultant/Head of Ophthalmology, 2003 – Present Alzahra Private Hospital Sharjah/Alzahra Medical Centre, Dubai, UAE Education and Credentials: •Doctor of Medicine (MD): All India Institute of Medical Sciences – New Delhi, India •Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) Ophthalmology specialization Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research – New Delhi, India •Professional Training: Training, DSEAK procedure, University Eye Surgery Center, Fort Myers, FL Fellowship (FRCS), Ophthalmology distinction, Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK Fellowship (FRCOphth.), Royal College of Ophthalmology, London, UK Training, Vitreo-retinal Surgery, Moorfield Hospital, London, UK Fellowship, Corneal & Refractive Surgery, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia •Professional Certifications: Lasik Specialist Certification, Ministry of Health, Government of Dubai, UAE Certificate, Mel 80 Excimer Laser Training (Carl Zeiss), The London Vision Clinic, London, UK Fellowship Certification, Excimer Laser Surgery (LASIK, LASEK & PRK), Melbourne Excimer Laser Group, Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital, University of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Dr. Sara AlShaker is an assistant professor and cornea consultant at King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. She is an American and Canadian board-certified ophthalmologist. She graduated from the University of Toronto where she completed her residency training followed by fellowship in Cornea, External Diseases of the Eye and Refractive Surgery. She is currently the eye bank medical director at King Saud University and is involved in medical student, resident and fellows training.

Dr. Sawsan Rashad NOWILATY is a Senior Academic Consultant Ophthalmologist of the Vitreoretinal Division and the Past Director of Medical Education at King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital (KKESH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. After obtaining her Saudi Board of Ophthalmology and Fellowship in Vitreoretinal Surgery at KKESH in November 1993, she was appointed as a full-time member of KKESH Vitreoretinal Division in December 1993 and served as Associate Chief of the Vitreoretinal Division from 1997 to 2004, and as Director of Medical Education at KKESH from 2005 to 2011 and from 2017 to 2018. Dr Nowilaty is a full-time teacher to Ophthalmology Residents and Fellows and provides mentorship and supervision of residents and fellows research projects. She is a regular Saudi Ophthalmology Board examiner and Invited to Lecturer both in Saudi Arabia and abroad including the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Dr Nowilaty also organized the Annual Saudi Ophthalmology Symposium from 2005 to 2011 and in 2018. Dr Nowilaty's major research interests include diabetic retinopathy, macular telangiectasis, posterior microphthalmos and hereditary retinal degenerations. She has delivered over 360 Oral Scientific Presentations and courses in both local and major international ophthalmology meetings in the USA and Europe. Her publications include two thesis, 54 peer reviewed scientific publications in indexed journals and numerous published abstracts.Dr Nowilaty is a member of the Saudi Ophthalmologic Society, the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, and she is a fellow of the American Society of Retina Specialists.

Dr. Sebastian Becker has worked on Mallorca since 2005 and heads the German Ophthalmology Clinic Mallorca, a joint venture with the German Medical Centre. Approbation in 2004 in Cologne, Residency training at the University Clinic of Barcelona, Statements 2010 Focus:Cataract surgery, Intravitreal injections,Specialist for AMD therapies,Cosmetic operations around the eyes. Member of the European Society of Refractive Surgery Member of the Society of Refractive, intraocular surgery Member of the Society of Plastic Lidchirugie

Dr. Shady Awwad is a professor of Ophthalmology and the head of the cornea & refractive surgery division at the American University of Beirut Medical Center. He received his medical degree and completed his residency training at the American University of Beirut. He subsequently completed a fellowship in cornea & refractive surgery and then ocular pathology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. Shady’s research and clinical interests are focused on analytical corneal imaging including developing machine learning models, ocular and corneal wavefront analysis, keratoconus diagnosis and treatment, refractive surgery, and intraocular lens calculations after refractive surgery, for which he has two formulas on the ASCRS IOL calculator website. He created a patented technique to analyze optical coherence tomography images of corneal haze and demarcation lines using artificial intelligence and another software to analyze slit lamp photos, among others, and accurately compute corneal lesions coordinates, surface area, and density, ideal for custom ablation area phototherapeutic keratectomy. He has several online ophthalmology software and tools. He has been awarded , the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society award, the American Academy of Ophthalmology achievement award, and the George Waring Medal for editorial excellence from the Journal of Refractive Surgery.

Dr. Shatha Hussein Alfreihi is a distinguished pediatric ophthalmologist from Saudi Arabia, currently serving as the Deputy Chairman of the Department of Pediatric Surgery at King Abdullah Specialist Children's Hospital in Riyadh. With extensive training, including fellowships from prestigious institutions like George Washington University and UCLA, Dr. Alfreihi holds board certifications in ophthalmology and has made significant contributions to her field through 12 publications and numerous presentations. An active member of several professional societies, she also participates in academic activities, including journal clubs and research committees. Recognized for her exceptional performance with multiple awards, Dr. Alfreihi embodies the ultimate commitment to advancing pediatric ophthalmology.

Dr sherif Sheta is a professor of ophthalmology and retina consultant at Cairo University school of medicine. He is the chairman of Dar El oyoun Eye Hospitals. He is the past president and current board member of the Egyptian Vitreo Retinal Society (EGVRS). He is a member of many retina societies like Euretina, Gonin Club, and Vail vitrectomy group.

He is specialized in macula surgery and management of diabetic retinal complications and retinal detachment.

Dr. Sihem Lazreg currently owns and manages a private practice focused on treating ocular surface disease in adults and children in Algeria, and served as an Associate Professor at the University Hospital Mustapha Bacha of Algiers in 1990 through 2008. Dr. Lazreg obtained her Medical Degree from, completed residency at, and completed a fellowship at Paris Diderot University in France. She specializes in paediatric ophthalmology and ocular surface diseases. She is the leader on ocular surface in North Africa.

Dr. Lazreg has authored many manuscripts on severe allergies (vernal and atopic keratoconjunctivitis), dry eye associated with Sjogren’s Syndrome and graft-versus-host disease, and children’s blepharitis. Her main medical interests include ocular surface diseases, dry eye and allergies, Dr. Lazreg is a scientific coordinator in the Algerian Ophthalmologic Society and she is member of many African, European, Asian and American ophthalmologic societies, she is a member and ambassador of TFOS DEWS2.

Dr. Mustafa graduated in Medicine with a Commendation from the UK and undertook his residency in General Ophthalmology in the UK. He has completed training in UK and part of it has been in prestigious Eye Hospitals such as Royal Victoria Eye and Ear Hospital (Dublin) and Moorfields Eye Hospital, London. He is a certified Consultant in the UK having worked there previously. He has trained thoroughly in General Ophthalmology and undertook his fellowship training in Adult and Paediatric (Childhood) Glaucoma at Manchester University Hospital and Moorfields Eye Hospital in London, UK, working under eminent clinicians within the Glaucoma fraternity. He has worked in the UAE since 9 years as a formative Consultant Ophthalmologist at Moorfields UAE and now is the Director of Ophthalmology Services at American Hospital Dubai.

Dr. Sultan Aldrees is a consultant ophthalmologist and an assistant professor at the Department of Ophthalmology at King Saud University in Riyadh, Saud Arabia. After his medical school, Dr. Aldrees career started by pursuing a masters degree in ocular pathology at McGill University with the world renowned ocular pathologist and scientist, Dr. Miguel Burnier. During his masters degree, Dr. Aldrees won the Cedar Cancer Institute Ocular Pathology Fellowship Award. This was followed by five years residency training in ophthalmology at University of Toronto where received The Kensington Eye Institute Surgical proficiency Award (Awarded to the resident with the best surgical skills). After his residency training, Dr. Aldrees pursued his fellowship training in Cataract, Glaucoma and Advanced Anterior segment Surgery with the world-renowned ophthalmologist and ophthalmic surgeon, Dr. Ike Ahmed. Dr. Aldrees presented in many national and international conferences and published numerous articles related to his expertise in high impact journals. Dr. Aldrees expertise includes all novel Micro-invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) techniques, filtering glaucoma surgery, complex Cataract surgery with segment/ring, Complex Int

Suzan Amana Rattan MD, consultant ophthalmologist at Al-Kindy Teaching Hospital, Assistant professor, head of scientific Committee at AL-Kindy College of Medicine / University of Baghdad, Iraq. She has several papers published in peer-reviewed Scopus indexed journals and was speaker in many international conferences. Interested in medical and surgical retina, refractive surgery. Board member in Iraqi Ophthalmology Society.

Bob and Dolores Hope - Robert M. Ellsworth, M.D. Distinguished Professor in Ophthalmology; Professor of Genetic Medicine; Associate Dean, Clinical Compliance; Senior Councilor, General Faculty Council; Chief, Retina Service; Weill Cornell Medical College Szilárd Kiss, MD, FASRS received his undergraduate degree with honors from Columbia College and medical school training at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians & Surgeons. He then moved to Boston for his ophthalmology residency and surgical vitreoretinal fellowship at Harvard Medical School and the Massachusetts Eye & Ear Infirmary. Szilárd was recruited to the Department of Ophthalmology at Weill Cornell in 2008, where his is now the Bob and Dolores Hope - Robert M. Ellsworth, M.D. Distinguished Professor in Ophthalmology, Professor of Genetic Medicine, and the Chief of the Retina Service. Szilárd is the past Chair of the General Faculty Council, where he now serves as Senior Councilor. Additionally, Szilárd is the Associate Dean of Clinical Compliance at Weill Cornell, overseeing all healthcare related compliance and regulatory matters at Cornell University. Szilárd’s research career started as an undergraduate at Columbia, where, in conjunction with the NASA and the Department of Defense, he was part of a team that evaluated the implications of microgravity on early developmental patterning with experiments launched on the space shuttles Discovery and Columbia. Since coming to Weill Cornell, Szilárd has garnered an international reputation as a pioneer, leader and a prominent clinical expert who has had a significant impact on the practice of retina. Szilárd has authored over 350 publications (24,109 citations on Google Scholar, with an h-index of 79), given over 300 invited lectureships worldwide, and serves on the Editorial Board and as a scientific reviewer to numerous journals. In addition to his scientific efforts, Szilárd is a renowned medical and surgical vitreoretinal specialist; his clinical practice draws patients from all regions of the world. When the international publication, The Ophthalmologist, selected Szilárd as one of the Top 40 Under 40 world-wide, they cited his work on ‘…retinal imaging, ocular gene therapy, novel therapeutic targets for ocular neovascularization, and genetic markers for retinal diseases.’ In parallel with this selection, Szilárd was chosen to be part of the charter class ‘…of significant living and posthumous contributors to our field…’ and inducted into The Retina Hall of Fame. Szilárd was the youngest inductee, recognized for ‘a lifetime of…innovation and dedication to patient care, research, education, and leadership.’ Additionally, Szilárd was named by Ocular Surgery News: Retina as one of the 150 Innovators in Medical and Surgical Retina worldwide, ‘…a compilation of specialists who either work to educate their colleagues or innovate by developing novel technologies and techniques to advance the specialty.’

Dr. Tahra AlMahmoud, Department of Surgery, College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University. Completed Ophthalmology residency at McGill University and is a Fellow of Royal College of Surgeon of Canada. Her research focuses on exploring reasons for eye related morbidity and its prevention.

Professor and Former Head of Ophthalmology Department, Cairo University.

Head of Cornea and Refractive Surgery Department, Al-Nour Eye Hospital, Cairo.

Subspecialty: LAMELLAR CORNEAL SURGERY.

Invited lecturer and guest speaker in the field of Lamellar Corneal Surgery in a lot of international meetings: Eucornea, Keracon, ISCKRS, ACS, SICSSO, RSO

symposium and others.

Organizer and Lecturer of DMEK Workshops in Cairo University.

Dr. Tariq Al-Rawashdeh is a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Vitreoretinal surgeon for the last 7 years after he finished his subspecialty fellowship from Charite University Hospital Berlin and Hamburg University Hospital in Germany during the period 2009 to 2012. Dr. Tariq’s strong points in eye care medical and surgical treatment for Retinal Disorders include Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Detachment Surgery with the latest technology of 25 gage and 27 gage Vitrectomy for Retinal Repair plus all types of Intravitreal injections and implants; Cataract surgery with conventional Phacoemulsification and Femto associated Cataract Extraction include all intraocular lens implantation, Multifocal lenses, Toric lenses and Monofocal; Refractive Surgery include PRK, Lasik surgery, Femto Lasik and Implantation of ICL and Toric ICL; Penetrating Keratoplasty. Dr. Tariq Al-Rawashdeh is holding multi international board certificates during his training for 12 years before becoming a Consultant. He is holding European Board of Ophthalmology FEBO from Paris, France, German Board of Ophthalmology Facharzt Berlin Germany, Jordanian Board of Ophthalmology, Amman Jordan and International Council of Ophthalmology ICO Basic and clinical London.

Dr. Tariq Alzahem is a consultant and ophthalmic surgeon who graduated from the College of Medicine at King Saud University with First Class Honours. During his undergraduate education, Dr. Alzahem has received several awards, including the Ideal Student Prize at the level of the College of Medicine and then at the level of King Saud University. He was also recognized for his volunteer work and was awarded the King Saud University Golden Medal for his achievements. After completing his undergraduate education, Dr. Alzahem joined the Ophthalmology Residency Program at King Saud University Medical City. During his training, he received The Resident of The Year Award for three consecutive years, after which he was granted the King Saud University and the Saudi Boards of Ophthalmology. Dr.Alzahem was also active in academic aspects, including teaching, scientific publications, and scientific presentations in local and international conferences. Later, he completed his fellowship in Vitreoretinal Diseases and Surgery at King Khaled Eye Specialist Hospital (KKESH). Currently, Dr.Alzahem holds a consultant position in the Ophthalmology Department at King Saud University. In this role, he manages of a variety of ophthalmic conditions including cataracts, medical retina diseases, and vitreoretinal surgical conditions. He is also involved in training residents and fellows in Ophthalmology and retina training programs.

I am an ophthalmologist from Egypt, I am working as a university Full Professor of ophthalmology at the university of Assiut at the south of Egypt. I spent about 2 years in a medical retina fellowship at Copenhagen University at Denmark and postdoctoral surgical retina fellowship in Italy and phaco fellowship in India, I have a considerable number of international publications (40 publications) plus 4 book chapters in international book(Retina vascular diseases)and OCT book by Elsevier. I had 2 doctorate degrees in ophthalmology. I made the defense of my Egyptian medical doctorate in ophthalmology and the title was (evaluation of different modalities of management of diabetic macular edema using optical coherence tomography). I also finished a PhD in ophthalmology at Copenhagen University ( Denmark) which is one of the best 100 universities in the world. I am serving now as an associated editor of acta ophthalmological journal and one of the editorial boards of open journal of ophthalmology and world journal of ophthalmology. I was selected to be the editor in chief of the new international Egyptian retina journal. I received the Egyptian government encouragement prize in the medical field and the First-degree Egyptian presidency excellence medal. I'm the founder and editor of retinachannel.com.

• Senior Ophthalmology Consultant (Anterior Segment).
• General Manager of Elite Hospital since 1998, Riyadh-KSA
• A Member of Saudi Scientific Council of Ophthalmology (Saudi Board) & Chairman of Training & Accreditation Committee.
• A Member of SOS Board & Chairman of Health Education Committee.
• Assistant professor at King Saud University since 1992
• Chairman of Ophthalmology department at Security Forces Hospital (1993 – 2000).
• Author of "Lasik & The dream to abandon Glasses", the only Arabic Lasik Reference book.
• Consultant Editor of Al-Moltaka Al-Sihy Magazine (Formal Publishing of SCHS)

Dr. Waleed Ghobashy; Assistant Professor and Consultant of Ophthalmology, Faculty of Medicine, Suez Canal University, Egypt. After serving for a year in Moorfields Eye Hospital Center, Abu Dhabi as consultant ophthalmology. Dr. Waleed started a new role in October 2020 as the Medical Director & Head of Glaucoma & Cataract Unit, Magrabi Eye Center, Al Ain, UAE Dr. Waleed started his career in the ophthalmology field in 1996 as a resident in Suez Canal University Hospital, Egypt. He received his master degree in ophthalmology in 2000 in field of cataract surgery. He received advanced ophthalmology training from 2000 to 2005, concluded by passing MD exams , and getting his PhD thesis in “Ocular changes after myopic LASIK” from Faculty of Medicine, Suez Canal University, Egypt. His supervisor was the Refractive Pioneer Prof. Dr. Karem Kolkailah. Dr. Ghobashy then moved to Knoxville, TN, USA to act as the clinical fellow of Dr. Steven Sterling MD; the distinguished phaco refractive surgeon of East Tennessee 2005 to 2007. Dr. Waleed Ghobashy then returned home to act as clinical lecturer and consultant of ophthalmology in faculty of Medicine, Suez Canal University. From 2007 till present, Dr. Ghobashy did extensive research and clinical work in refractive surgeries, cataract, glaucoma, medical retina and Electrophysiological diagnosis of ocular diseases, with over 30 published research papers in many regional and international scientific journals, gained the title of Assistant Professor of ophthalmology in 2014. Dr. Ghobashy is a member of many ophthalmology associations, and a speaker in the annual meetings of the most prestigious ophthalmological societies including American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS), American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ASCRS), Egyptian Society of Ophthalmology (ESO), Emirates Society of Ophthalmology

Present Position:

Supervisor General Medical Affairs, Director of Vitreo-Retinal Units Magrabi Hospitals and Centers Member of the Board of Directors Magrabi Health Group, (Saudi Arabia, Gulf & Egypt)

Medical Training:

1. October 2011 to present – Chief of Staff Magrabi Hospitals & Centers Saudi Arabia & Gulf

2. May 1999 to October 2011 – Medical Director Magrabi Health Group Saudi Arabia & Gulf

3. March 1992 to present – Director of Vitreoretinal Units Magrabi Health Group Saudi Arabia, Gulf & Egypt)

Certification:

• American Board of Ophthalmology (1990)

• Member of the Health Services Council – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (2004 to 2006)

• Member of the Saudi Board of Ophthalmology (1996 to 2002)

Warren E. Hill, MD, FACS, has been in private practice in Mesa, Arizona, for 39 years. He graduated from the University of Arizona College of Medicine. He completed two years of internal medicine training at the Phoenix Good Samaritan Medical Center in Arizona and three years of ophthalmology training at the University of Rochester in New York. He is certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology, the American College of Eye Surgeons, the National Board of Physicians and Surgeons, and the World College of Refractive Surgery and Visual Sciences. He has devoted his career to challenging anterior segment surgery and the mathematics of intraocular lens power calculations. Dr. Hill is best known for helping physicians obtain the best possible accuracy for IOL power selection. His websites doctor-hill.com, the artificial intelligence IOL power calculator at RBFCalculator.com, the SIA-calculator.com surgically induced astigmatism website, and the ASCRS post-refractive calculator iolcalc.ascrs.org, developed with Doug Koch and Li Wang at Baylor University, are some of the most popular IOL power calculation resources in ophthalmology, with a combined total of approximately 1.6 million visits per year. Dr. Hill has published extensively, has been a visiting professor for grand rounds at numerous institutions, and is an Adjunct Professor of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at Case Western Reserve University. He has delivered 36 eponymous lectureships and presented 933 clinical papers at national and international meetings in 47 countries. In 2007, Dr. Hill was appointed the Cataract and Anterior Segment Subspecialty Editor of the American Academy of Ophthalmology's Ophthalmic News and Education (O.N.E.) Network, a position he held until 2010. He has performed live cataract surgery at ophthalmology meetings in North America, South America, and Europe. He is a member of the International Intra-Ocular Implant Club, which is limited to 250 master surgeons worldwide. In 2014, Dr. Hill gave the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Innovator's Lecture; in 2015, he gave the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s Charles Kelman Lecture. In 2016, he received the Rayner Medal in Ophthalmology from the United Kingdom & Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. In 2017, he received the Presidential Recognition Award from the International Society of Refractive Surgery. In 2022, he gave the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Lindstrom Medal Lecture on his main area of interest, IOL power selection by artificial intelligence.

Dr. Yousif Al Zafiri is Canadian board-certified ophthalmologist, who practices, medical and surgical ophthalmology, and specializes in glaucoma, anterior segment, incision cataract, refractive and laser surgeries. A native of Suwatt City, Dr. Yousef is a cum laude graduate of Metill & Montreal University in Canada where he obtained MB, BOK, BAD & FRCS, Dr. Yousef completed internship at Sabah Hospital, ophthalmology residency at ton. Sina Hospital, Kuwait, Fellowship at University of Montreal, & 5 years ophthalmology Training Program at McGill University in Canada. He also served as Ophthalmology consultant & Deputy Head of Dept at Saad hospital, Al Khobar, KSA, and as senior registrar at Al Bahar hospital Eve Center, Kuwait Since 2012. Dr. Yousif is the Chief Medical Officer at the Dar Al Shifa hospital in Kuwait where he started in 2005 a medical consultant & medical director. He was the founder and the actual head of the ophthalmology department in Dar Al Shifa deemed to be the biggest & most comprehensive center in the private sector in the State of Kuwait Dr. Yousif is a member of the American Academy Ophthalmology, Canadian Ophthalmology Society, Royal College of Physicians & Surgeons, Trish & Kuwait Medical Association, He is also fellow of the Ea Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons, and the Association for Research in Visida ophthalmology Dr. Yousif is the first doctor in Kuwait to do relax sme new refractive surgery in 2001. He is also the test doctor to do in Kuwait express valve glaucoma surgery in 2009. Dr. Yousif has attended several key conferences in different countries and in several fields

Dr. Khoueir completed his residency at the Saint-Joseph University in Beirut. He then pursued his glaucoma training by obtaining postdoctoral fellowships from the Glaucoma Institute in Paris (UPMC Sorbonne University, Paris, France) and subsequently from the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary Hospital in Boston (Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA). Dr. Khoueir received the young ophthalmologist scholarship award during the 8th International Congress on Glaucoma Surgery in 2016. Dr. Khoueir currently holds the position of associate director of the Glaucoma division at the Beirut Eye and ENT Specialist Hospital. He's a research collaborator at the Mayo Clinic Ophthalmology department. He's a clinical instructor and lecturer at the Saint-Joseph University medical school in Beirut. He is the co-chair of the associate advisory board of the World Glaucoma Association and a member of the associate advisory board of the International Society of Glaucoma Surgery. He is interested in the medical and surgical management of glaucoma and ophthalmic imaging with a special interest in innovative techniques such as minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS) and glaucoma laser treatments.

Head of Ophthalmology at Université de Paris Cité and Hôpital Cochin. A global leader in cataract surgery and uveitis, with expertise in advanced phacoemulsification technologies.