The European Academy of Optometry and Optics

30 November 2011

In a move that will strengthen the Academy’s links with the host nation, Ireland, the welcome dinner and drinks will be held in collaboration with the Association of Optometrists Ireland.

The conference will appeal to delegates with a diverse range of clinical, research and educational interests, and offers a wide range of learning opportunities:

• leading researchers and academics will deliver a series of lectures focusing on some of the key areas of concern for the profession;
• workshops at The Dublin Institute of Technology will support the development of practical skills;
• a series of poster presentations will explore a diverse range of research areas, providing excellent learning and networking opportunities;
• case study and discussion forum sessions will offer interactive debate on issues of clinical practice and education; and
• forums based on special interest groups will be held exclusively for Academy members covering areas of Binocular Vision; Optical Education; Primary Eye Care; Cornea, Contact Lenses and Refractive Technology; and Community Eye and Vision Care Services

The conference will also feature key note speeches from Professor Pablo Artal (University of Murcia, Spain) on adaptive optics with a focus on new research; and Dr Kathryn Saunders (University of Ulster, UK) on clinical practice in relation to paediatric care.

Certificates of attendance will be awarded to all delegates and may be used as evidence in local continuing professional development schemes (CPD/CET).

Professor Roger Crelier, President of the European Academy, said: “We are delighted that bookings for Dublin 2012 are now open. This event will help delegates from across Europe keep up-to-date with latest research, learn from their peers and provide a forum to disseminate and share research and best practice. See you in Dublin!”

Please see www.eaoo.info/dublin to view the programme and to book your place.