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This session brings
together leading female ophthalmologists from across
Asia to share remarkable corneal cases that reshaped
their clinical approach. From complex infections and
autoimmune disorders to innovations such as mini‑DSAEK
and secretome eye drops, the presentations highlight
creativity, resilience, and the transformative lessons
learned from managing some of the most challenging
corneal conditions in practice.
[APAO WIO Symposium]
Challenging Cornea Cases That Changed My Practice
Date: February 6,
2026 (Friday)
Time: 11:00-12:30
Venue: Convention Hall A, L1, Hong Kong Convention and
Exhibition Centre
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SPEAKER |
TOPIC |
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Dr. Lim LI
(Singapore) |
Beauty at the Expense of Your Life |
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Prof. Meenu CHAUDHARY
(Nepal) |
Managing
Chemical Injuries – a Challenge for Ocular
Surface Health |
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Dr. Medhavini DISSANAYAKE
(Sri Lanka) |
Steven Johnson-Syndrome -One Patient's Journey |
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Dr. Vanissa WS CHOW
(Hong Kong, China) |
Less Is More: Mini-DSAEK in Macroperforations |
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Prof. Tae-im KIM
(Korea, Republic of) |
Severe Cases of Sjögren’s Syndrome |
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Dr. Jessica Marie ABAÑO
(Philippines) |
Evolving Lessons From Fungal Keratitis:
Challenging Cases That Transformed My Practice
in Developing Country Settings |
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Prof. Yun FENG
(China) |
The Dilemma of Corneal Endothelial Plaque |
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Dr. Made SUSIYANTI
(Indonesia) |
Improving My Cornea Practice:
From Periosteal Grafts for Corneal Ulcers to
Secretome Eye Drops for Severe Ocular Surface
Disorders |
WIO Luncheon
Immediately following
the WIO Symposium will be the annual WIO Luncheon, where
ophthalmologists can network and share their experience
in a more relaxed setting.
Sponsored by
Date: February 6,
2026 (Friday)
Time: 12:45-14:15
Venue: Port Café, L2, Hong Kong Convention and
Exhibition Centre (outside the Meeting Room N200
Series)
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SPEAKER |
TOPIC |
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Dr. Nancy YUEN
(Hong Kong, China) |
How Can Female Doctors Excel in Ophthalmology? |
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Prof. Carmen K.M. CHAN
(Hong Kong, China) |
My Personal Tips on How to Keep (Relatively)
Sane |
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