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Social Program Schedule

Posted on Jul 30, 2026

Check out the schedule of various social events to be held during our congress.

LDP Master Class XV Program Book

Posted on Jul 28, 2026

Explore this booklet to find out about the exciting events lined up for the 2026 APAO Leadership Development Program Master Class.

2026 APAO LDP Master Class in Auckland

Posted on Jul 24, 2026

The 2026 APAO Leadership Development Program Master Class is going to be held in Auckland, New Zealand from August 21 to 23. Watch this warm welcome video from RANZCO President Prof. Peter McCluskey!

Issue 3 of the APAO 2027 Congress Newsletter

Posted on Jul 22, 2026

From how to submit an abstract to what to eat in Singapore, this issue offers you practical tips for attending the APAO 2027 Congress.

Submit Your Abstract and AI Use Declaration by SEP 7

Posted on Jul 16, 2026

Don’t miss the chance to submit an abstract to APAO by September 7, 2026!
If you have already submitted your work but have not yet filled out the Declaration of Generative AI Use, please log in to the Scientific Portal again and complete the section by the deadline.

Scientific Program Committee Leadership

Posted on Jul 13, 2026

Our comprehensive scientific program features academic exchange in 19 subspecialty tracks and a practical wet lab program. Meet the leaders behind its curation!

Meet the APAO 2027 Local Executive Committee

Posted on Jun 29, 2026

Issue 2 of the APAO 2027 Congress Newsletter

Posted on Jun 18, 2026

Why attend APAO? Over 99% of delegates in our most recent congress rated the event highly for scientific rigor and program quality.
Read Issue 2 of the APAO 2027 Congress Newsletter to find out more.

APJO May/June 2026 Issue

Posted on Jun 2, 2026

This edition features a diverse range of scholarly work, from advances in gene therapy and artificial intelligence to international consensus and guidelines, as well as detailed mechanistic reviews across multiple subspecialties.

International Fellowship Program Open for Application Until June 30

Posted on Jun 1, 2026

The APAO International Fellowship Program is open for application. Act by June 30!

Apply for Travel Grants by Sep 30

Posted on May 22, 2026

Don’t miss the chance to apply for our Prof. Yasuo Tano Travel Grants and/or Young Ophthalmologists (YO) Travel Grants!

Visa Information

Posted on May 20, 2026

Check whether you need a visa to attend APAO 2027 in Singapore.

Issue 1 of the APAO 2027 Congress Newsletter

Posted on May 18, 2026

We are delighted to bring you the inaugural issue of the APAO 2027 Congress Newsletter

In Memory of Dr. Bradley Straatsma (1927-2026)

Posted on May 6, 2026

Dr. Bradley Straatsma, awardee of the APAO Jose Rizal International Medal 2003, passed away at the age of 98. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family.

Sponsorship and Exhibition Prospectus

Posted on April 17, 2026