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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

Explore the wide range of exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities at APAO 2027.

Call for Abstracts

Posted on Apr 15, 2026

Submit your abstracts by September 7, 2026.

APAO Honored with AAO Distinguished Service Award

Posted on Apr 13, 2026

The Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) is honored to receive the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), to be presented at the AAO 2026 Opening Session this October.

APJO March/April 2026 Issue

Posted on April 8, 2026

This edition features a broad range of scholarly work, from advancements in surgical technology to evolving treatment paradigms across multiple subspecialties.

Download Your APAO 2026 Certificates by May 8

Posted on Mar 27, 2026

If you have attended APAO 2026 but not yet downloaded your Attendance Certificate or CME Certificate, please log in to the congress system by May 8, 2026.
Certificates will NOT be available beyond this deadline.

View Award-Winning Images from the 4th APAO-APOIS Imaging Competition

Posted on Mar 10, 2026

Polyp’s Light Category: Overall Winner: Chi Tam HOANG

We are delighted to share the award-winning entries of the 4th APAO–APOIS Imaging Competition, held in 2025–2026.

APAO 2027 Registration Open

Posted on Feb 27, 2026

Join us in Singapore for APAO 2027! Register now and enjoy an early bird rate.

Free Replay of Scientific Sessions Available Until April 30

Posted on Feb 24, 2026

Registered APAO 2026 delegates may watch videos of our scientific sessions on the APAO On-Demand platform free of charge until April 30, 2026. Login required.

Visit APAO 2026 Online Album

Posted on Feb 24, 2026

Thank you for joining APAO 2026 in Hong Kong! You may revisit the memorable episodes of the congress and share your snapshots on our online album.

World EyeCon 2026

Posted on Feb 24, 2026

The World EyeCon, established in 2024 by the Asia-Pacific Journal of Ophthalmology (APJO), aims to honor the most influential ophthalmologists and researchers globally who have helped shape the practice of ophthalmology. This year, 12 awardees were acknowledged at the Recognition Ceremony of the APAO 2026 Congress held in Hong Kong, China.

Program Books

Posted on Feb 3, 2026

The Final Program, Abstract Book, and Exhibition Directory of APAO 2026 have been published on the Congress website.

Congress Mobile App

Posted on Feb 2, 2026

Visa Information

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

Issue 1 of the APAO 2027 Congress Newsletter

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

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

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

Explore the wide range of exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities at APAO 2027.

Call for Abstracts

Submit your abstracts by September 7, 2026.

APAO Honored with AAO Distinguished Service Award

The Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) is honored to receive the 2026 Distinguished Service Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), to be presented at the AAO 2026 Opening Session this October.

APJO March/April 2026 Issue

This edition features a broad range of scholarly work, from advancements in surgical technology to evolving treatment paradigms across multiple subspecialties.

Download Your APAO 2026 Certificates by May 8

If you have attended APAO 2026 but not yet downloaded your Attendance Certificate or CME Certificate, please log in to the congress system by May 8, 2026. Certificates will NOT be available beyond this deadline.

View Award-Winning Images from the 4th APAO-APOIS Imaging Competition

We are delighted to share the award-winning entries of the 4th APAO–APOIS Imaging Competition, held in 2025–2026.

APAO 2027 Registration Open

Join us in Singapore for APAO 2027! Register now and enjoy an early bird rate.

Free Replay of Scientific Sessions Available Until April 30

Registered APAO 2026 delegates may watch videos of our scientific sessions on the APAO On-Demand platform free of charge until April 30, 2026. Login required.

Visit APAO 2026 Online Album

Thank you for joining APAO 2026 in Hong Kong! You may revisit the memorable episodes of the congress and share your snapshots on our online album.

World EyeCon 2026

Program Books

The Final Program, Abstract Book, and Exhibition Directory of APAO 2026 have been published on the Congress website.

Congress Mobile App

Everything you need to know about APAO 2026 is now on our congress mobile app! Install it on your smartphone by scanning one of these QR codes.

If you have attended APAO 2026 but not yet downloaded your Attendance Certificate or CME Certificate, please log in to the congress system by May 8, 2026.
Certificates will NOT be available beyond this deadline.