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2026 APAO LDP Master Class Highlights

Posted on Oct 16, 2026

Watch highlights from the recent APAO Leadership Development Program Master Class in Auckland.

APAO Receives the AAO Distinguished Service Award

Posted on Oct 13, 2026

We are honored to receive the AAO 2026 Distinguished Service Award!

More Exhibition Booths Available

Posted on Oct 13, 2026

To meet overwhelming demand, we have added more booths to the Exhibition Hall. Please check the updated exhibition floor plan. Don’t miss this last chance to secure your spot!

The 16th Asia-Pacific Eye Care Week

Posted on Sep 30, 2026

Check out the education materials along these two themes — (i) Leukocoria, and (ii) Check Your Vision in 3 Minutes: WHOeyes Public Vision Experience.

APJO July/August 2026 Issue

Posted on Sep 28, 2026

The gut microbiota, which involves many probiotic strains, may exert profound influence on ocular health through immune modulation and metabolite signaling. This gut-eye connection may represent a paradigm shift, transforming ophthalmology from a tissue-centric discipline into a microbiome-aware, systems-based specialty.

Abstract Submissions Closed

Posted on Sep 24, 2026

Thank you to everyone who has submitted abstracts to APAO 2027. You will be notified of the results by email in October.

Early Bird Registration Discounts Last Until October 12

Posted on Sep 24, 2026

Save up to 30% on your APAO 2027 Congress registration fee by registering on or before October 12, 2026.

Issue 5 of the APAO 2027 Congress Newsletter

Posted on Sep 21, 2026

In this issue, Singapore Society of Ophthalmology President Prof. Marcus Ang extends his warm welcome to prospective attendees of APAO 2027.

Final Abstract Submission Deadline: SEP 23

Posted on Sep 16, 2026

The deadline for abstract submissions to APAO 2027 has been further extended to September 23, 2026 (23:59, GMT +8). Please log in to the Scientific Portal to submit your work.

Hotel Reservation

Posted on Sep 14, 2026

A wide range of accommodation options is available within easy reach of the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre (Suntec), the congress venue.

Leadership Development Program Class XVI Admissions Open

Posted on Sep 10, 2026

Aspire to become a future leader in ophthalmology? The APAO Leadership Development Program offers excellent training. Express your interest to your APAO member society by October 5, 2026.

International Advisory Board

Posted on Sep 9, 2026

Comprised of experts from world-renowned institutes, prestigious journals, and transnational organizations, the APAO 2027 International Advisory Board will help ensure that our scientific program meets the highest global standards.

Exhibitor Manual

Posted on Sep 2, 2026

The APAO 2027 Exhibitor Manual is now available!

Issue 4 of the APAO 2027 Congress Newsletter

Posted on Aug 27, 2026

In this issue, we announce the new abstract submission deadline of September 16, 2026, and the launch of the Singapore National Eye Centre Travel Grants.

30 Travel Grants Available for Up-And-Coming Ophthalmologists

Posted on Aug 24, 2026