To recognize the contribution of dedicated ophthalmologists, scholars, and other individuals and organizations 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 2025 Congress. Congratulations!

Distinguished Service Awards 2025

These are awarded to ophthalmologists from our Full Member Societies who are recognized for their distinguished services to improve ophthalmology in their home territories.

Outstanding Service in Prevention of Blindness Awards 2025

These awards recognize individuals or organizations who have made outstanding contributions to the prevention of blindness in the Asia-Pacific region.

We are thrilled to announce the results of the APAO-APOIS Imaging Competition 2025. This year, we are presenting a total of 18 awards, including 17 winners and runners-up across 9 categories and an overall winner.

All winners will receive a cash prize and a certificate during the APAO Award Ceremony. They will be presented by A/Prof. Rupesh Agrawal, APOIS Executive Committee Member, and Dr. Chitaranjan Mishra, APOIS Council Member. Winners will also be entitled to a complimentary badge for participation in the APAO 2025 Congress. To view the full list of winners and their winning images, please click the button below:

Our heartfelt thanks go to the judges who generously volunteered their time to review the submissions.

The winning images will be displayed on APAO 2025 Congress and will be featured in a "Virtual Exhibition" on the APOIS website and at future APOIS events.

We extend our congratulations to all winners and participants. Your creativity and dedication to the theme "Imaging the Eye: Helping the World to See" are truly appreciated. Thank you for your contributions.

Showcase your expertise and stand a chance to win cash prizes! All registered delegates are invited to participate in the APAO Quiz, which will comprise a stimulating set of multiple-choice questions about knowledge in ophthalmology.

Event details:

Date: April 4, 2025 (Friday)
Time: 10:30 - 11:15
(New Delhi Time, GMT+5:30)
Venue: Showcase Theater

Remarks:

• Take the quiz with the Kahoot! app, available for free download and use.

• As Wi-Fi demand at the venue is high, please bring your own devices with mobile data to ensure a smooth experience.

We are proud to present this year's APAO Women in Ophthalmology (WIO) Symposium and Luncheon, offering a platform for female ophthalmologists to connect, share knowledge, and be inspired by women leaders in the field. 

APAO WIO Symposium

Theme: Real-World Experiences in Combating Retinal Diseases

The WIO Symposium at the APAO 2025 Congress will focus on cutting-edge topics in retinal diseases, including innovative treatments for inherited retinal dystrophies, pathologic myopia complications, advancements in multimodal imaging for age-related macular degeneration (AMD), and the latest trends in anti-VEGF treatments for diabetic macular edema (DME). The symposium will also cover the effective management of infectious endophthalmitis and strategies for complex retinal detachment surgeries, and an exploration of masquerade syndromes in retinal conditions. 

Session Details:

• Date: April 4, 2025 (Friday)

• Time: 09:45 – 11:15 (New Delhi Time, GMT+5:30)

• Venue: Amaltas Hall - B101 B

• Chairs: Prof. Ava Hossain (Bangladesh), Dr. Carmen Chan (Hong Kong, China), Dr. Mohita Sharma (India)

• Admission: All delegates welcome, walk-in

Speakers and Topics:

APAO WIO Luncheon

Following the symposium is the highly anticipated APAO WIO Luncheon, an exceptional gathering designed to foster connections among female ophthalmologists. This year, we are honored to have Corza Medical generously sponsoring the event once again. 

Moderated by Dr. Mohita Sharma (India) and Dr. Carmen Chan (Hong Kong, China), the luncheon will feature insights from Dr. Anna Tan (Singapore) and Dr. Anu Malik (India), who will share their expertise on professional networking and women’s leadership. It is poised to culminate in a dynamic panel discussion on women in leadership, with a distinguished panel of trailblazing women leaders: Prof. Ava Hossain (Bangladesh), Dr. Femida Kherani (Canada), and Dr. Artemis Matsou (United Kingdom). 

This conversation promises to be engaging and thought-provoking, offering valuable perspectives on leadership, mentorship, and gender equality in ophthalmology.

• Date: April 4, 2025 (Friday)

• Time: 12:45 – 14:15 (New Delhi Time, GMT+5:30)

• Venue:  
  
  Juhi Café, 2/F, Convention Centre, India International Convention & Expo Centre (Yashobhoomi)

• Admission: By invitation only

APAO WIO Luncheon –– Sponsor

Online registration for the APAO 2025 Congress is closing on March 25, 2025 at 21:29 New Delhi Time (GMT+5:30) /23:59 Hong Kong Time (GMT+8). Act now and register at your fingertips by clicking the icon below:

In case you miss this deadline, you may join the Congress by onsite registration upon arrival at the venue, the India International Convention & Expo Centre (IICC, also known as Yashobhoomi). Details about registration policies and fees can be found on our website.

In support of sustainability, our Congress will implement green measures. The chosen venue, the India International Convention & Expo Centre (also known as Yashobhoomi or IICC), is known for its environmentally friendly features:

• Indian Green Building Campus (IGBC) Platinum Certification for the entire campus

• A sustainable architecture design

• More than 20% energy saving by green building design

• Renewable energy – rooftop solar photovoltaic panel for 5% solar energy generation of connected load

• Rainwater harvesting system for the entire campus

• Pneumatic solid waste management for the entire campus

• District cooling (central air conditioning) for the entire campus

• 40% dedicated Green & Open Spaces

• Emission-free transportation modes

• Recycling & re-use of water

Suspicious Email Alert

We have noticed suspicious emails from unauthorized parties who falsely claim to be our Council Members or the organizers of the APAO^® 2025 Congress. Please exercise caution, as there may be scammers attempting to solicit your information for unscrupulous purposes. If you are uncertain about the identity of the sender, please contact us at secretariat@apaophth.org for verification.