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Mark your calendar for various APAO events
We are pleased to announce that the 31st APAO Congress will be held in the Taipei International Convention Center and the Taipei World Trade Center on March 24 to 27, 2016. Early-bird registration and abstract submission are now open until Sept. 15. Papers, posters, videos and instruction courses are all welcome. We thank Dennis S.C. Lam, MD, FRCOphth, the Scientific Program Committee Chair, and the committed program conveners for assisting in the development of a world-class scientific program. A list of committed invited speakers, as of today, is also available at http://2016.apaophth.org/invited-faculty/. We look forward to seeing you in Taipei.
Run for Nepal 2016
Nepal was hit by a 7.8-magnitude earthquake on April 25, with a second strike of comparable magnitude on May 12. The earthquakes, combined with the dozens of aftershocks, killed more than 8,000 people and left thousands homeless and injured. To assist in the relief efforts, APAO is organizing a “Run for Nepal” on March 26, 2016, during the 31st APAO Congress in Chinese Taipei. Participants will join a 5-km power run at Dajia Riverside Park, Taipei. Each participant is committed to raising at least US$100 for Nepal.
Interested participants can submit an entry form to the APAO Secretariat by email at secretariat@apaophth.org. The sponsorship form and donations must be sent to APAO by Aug. 31. Those who wish to lend a helping hand without joining the charity run can donate online.
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If you wish to contribute a different amount or need a donation receipt, please contact us at secretariat@apaophth.org. All funds raised will be wired to the Nepal Ophthalmic Society along with the proceeds of the Run for Nepal.
Participants are divided into three categories: young ophthalmologists, senior ophthalmologists and accompanying persons. Ophthalmologists older than 65 years can participate in the 5-km Power Jog instead. Prizes include champions and first and second runners-up. We look forward to your support of this meaningful cause. For more information, please visit http://2016.apaophth.org/run-for-nepal-2016/.
APAO International Fellowship Program
We are pleased to announce that Tarun Arora, MD, from India has been selected as an APAO International Fellow in 2015. He will undertake his fellowship training in cornea with Singapore National Eye Centre in 2017. Congratulations to Dr. Arora, and we hope that the APAO International Fellowship Program will continue to help more ophthalmologists by providing them with an invaluable training opportunity in various APAO Training Centers. Application for the APAO International Fellowship Program is now open until Aug. 31. Application must be made online at http://www.apaophth.org/fellowship_program/. To learn more about the APAO International Fellowship Program, please visit http://www.apaophth.org/fellowship_program_about.php.
9th APVRS Congress, July 31 to Aug. 2, Sydney, Australia
The 9th Asia-Pacific Vitreo-retina Society Congress is just around the corner. To get a glimpse of the first-class scientific program, please go to http://2015.apvrs.org/congress/register/PDS_program_schedule.php.
In addition to the named lectures, the opening ceremony will feature a performance of the didgeridoo. Do not miss the chance to experience indigenous Australian culture: Friday, July 31, 4:15 to 5:45 p.m., Ballroom A & B, Hilton Sydney.
A poster session with welcome drinks will be held in the exhibition hall on Level 4, Hilton Sydney, immediately after the opening ceremony.
Moreover, you will have a chance to pat a koala or kangaroo, or learn about and help create an indigenous artwork at the congress party on the evening of Aug. 1. With plenty of food, entertainment and activities, this is sure to be a wonderful night not to be missed. A handful of tickets are still available for the congress party at the Australian National Maritime Museum. Children are welcome. Tickets are $75 ($25 for children) and include food, a tour of the HMAS Vampire (weather permitting) and entertainment.
Do not miss this unique opportunity to explore Sydney!