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  Issue 8 - January 2024  

Dear Friends and Colleagues,

On behalf of the Indonesian Ophthalmologists Association - PERDAMI, it is a great pleasure and honor to warmly welcome you to the 39th Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) Congress, held at the Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center from 22 – 25 February 2024 in Bali.

The development of medical technology in the field of ophthalmology and eye health services continues to change. Continuing education and training in all forms of development is crucial and important, to update their competencies and to provide the service quality and developments that all our members and all participants thrive on. Therefore, PERDAMI always supports all efforts to organize the seminars, congresses, courses, and trainings, which are ultimately aimed at reducing the global threat of vision impairment and avoidable blindness.

Furthermore, these activities of the 39th APAO Congress are critical to sharing ideas about how we can best advocate for our patients and improve eye health in our communities. We are able to meet and discuss with the experts in ophthalmology around the world and representatives from the boards of APAO, AAO, ICO and NEI.

This is the second APAO scientific meeting which will be held offline after the Covid-19 pandemic. Certainly, this meeting is eagerly awaited by participants, to meet friends and colleagues from all over the world.

Finally, I would like to thank all the speakers and the participants for your contribution to the congress. I wish you all great enjoyment and a wonderful stay in Bali!

With best regards,

 

The deadline for online registration for the APAO 2024 Congress is February 6, 2024 (23:59, GMT+8).

Register and finalize your payment now to take advantage of the advance rate.

If you miss the online registration deadline, please register onsite at Bali Nusa Dua Convention Center (BNDCC).

Please click here for details.

Distinguished Service Awards 2024 and
Outstanding Service
in Prevention of Blindness Awards 2024

To recognize the contribution of dedicated ophthalmologists, scholars, and other individuals in enhancing eye care in their countries and/or the Asia-Pacific region, we are proud to present two types of service awards to the following honorees at the 2024 Congress. Congratulations!

Distinguished Service Awards


Outstanding Service
in Prevention of Blindness Awards


 

The 39th Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress, Bali, Indonesia 22/02/2024 - 25/02/2024 has been accredited by the European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (EACCME®) with 18.0 European CME credits (ECMEC®s). Each medical specialist should claim only those hours of credit that he/she actually spent in the educational activity. 

The EACCME® awards ECMEC®s on the following basis:

0.5 ECMEC® for 30 minutes of CME with a maximum of 8 ECMEC®'s per day.

Breakdown of ECMEC®s per day for APAO 2024 Congress:

  • Feb 22 – 3.00

  • Feb 23 – 6.00

  • Feb 24 – 6.00

  • Feb 25 – 3.00

Each participant can only receive the number of credits he/she is entitled to according to his/her actual participation in the event once he/she has completed the feedback form.

The APAO Quiz will take place on February 23, 10:30 - 11:30 in Bali, Indonesia (GMT+8), at Showcase Theater (Nusa Dua Hall, BNDCC1-GF). 

All registered delegates are invited to participate in this fun quiz, which consists of a set of multiple-choice questions related to ophthalmology. Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your knowledge and win cash prizes!

Registration for the APAO 2024 Fundraising Run is now open. Participants must be registered delegates of the APAO 2024 Congress. Please complete the registration form and settle the payment via the Congress system.

Categories

  • Run to Bali

Participants can start running in their own countries and accumulate distance (minimum 5km) from January 20 to February 20, 2024.

  • 5km Run/Walk Challenge

The challenge will take place from BNDCC Main Entrance to Peninsula Water Blow and back to BNDCC Main Entrance on February 24, 2024. 

For details, please click here.

Theme: Imaging the Eye: Helping the World to See

Share your best image(s) under one of the 10 categories and help APOIS promote eye care through engaging imagery.

Winners will:

  • Be offered complimentary registration for the APAO 2024 Congress;

  • Receive cash vouchers and a certificate; and

  • Have their image(s) displayed in the “Virtual Exhibition” on the APOIS website, and at other education and promotional events organized or attended by APOIS.

Guidelines

  • Submissions from APOIS members, non-members, and the general public are all welcome. But we still highly encourage you to become a member of APOIS. Membership is FREE (http://apois.org/membership/).

  • Winners must hold sole copyright to the images and provide APAO the full rights to use the images for marketing and communications purposes. 

Submissions and voting are open until January 15, 2024. Results will be announced on January 30th, 2024.

Please click here for details.

 

Passport holders of nationalities from most countries can get a simple Visa on Arrival (VOA) to enter Bali (VOA Applicable Countries List). The VOA for Bali (Indonesia) can be purchased at the VOA counter in the airport’s arrival hall. To avoid a long wait onsite, we recommend you apply for an eVOA in advance through the official website.

If you need a visa supporting letter, please contact us at registration@apaophth.org.

For more travel information, please visit here.

The online speaker-ready room opens from January 15 to February 5, 2024.

Presenters are encouraged to upload their PPT files onto the system before the congress to avoid a long waiting time in the onsite speaker-ready room. 

The online speaker-ready room will be activated on the congress system only after the registration process is completed.

Weaving the Archipelago

Spanning thousands of islands from the tip of Sabang to Merauke, Indonesia's cultural tapestry is an exquisite mosaic painted with hues of diversity. From the mystical dances of Bali to the captivating batik motives of Java, and from the harmonious melodies of Sumatra to the intricate crafts of Sulawesi, each island carries a unique narrative, with each tradition telling its own tale. Within this diverse rich fabric lies the strength of the Indonesian nation, fostering harmony amid differences. 

Embark on a vibrant journey as we delve into the enchanting theme of our 39th Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress Cultural Night & Gala Dinner, 'Weaving the Archipelago', where the threads of our diverse heritage intertwine seamlessly, showcased through food, color, rhythm, and craft. Join us on this cultural odyssey and bring home memories from the emerald of the Southeast!

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