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Enhancing Eye Care Together
Conference Aston, Aston University, Birmingham
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About the Symposium

You are invited to the Optegra & ZEISS Symposium 2026 – an exclusive gathering at the forefront of ophthalmic innovation.

Join us for a transformative experience where cutting-edge technology meets visionary insights in Cataract, Glaucoma, Retinal & Refractive Surgery.

This interactive Symposium, presented by Optegra and ZEISS, will explore the latest advancements in surgical techniques, diagnostic tools, and patient care. We are proud to announce a special emphasis on practical learning through hands-on workshops. Participants can earn up to 12 CPD points for attending, supporting your professional development while gaining valuable experience.

As a participant, you will have the opportunity to engage directly with cutting-edge equipment and technologies in the field of Cataract, Glaucoma, Retinal & Refractive Surgery. These hands-on workshops, presented by leading experts in the industry, are designed to provide a tangible and immersive experience, allowing you to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting.

Immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where expertise converges with breakthroughs, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange.

Delegate fee: £75 + VAT

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Keynote Speaker

Prof. Dr David Lockington

Prof. Dr David Lockington MB BCh BAO (Hons) FRCOphth PhD has been a Consultant Ophthalmologist based at Tennent Institute of Ophthalmology, Glasgow, UK since January 2014 following sub-specialist Cornea, Cataract and Anterior Segment fellowship training in Auckland, New Zealand. He has an active interest in promoting excellence in education, achieving over 140 peer-reviewed publications and has received 13 awards for his practical research and lively oral presentations. David is actively involved in cataract and corneal teaching as an invited speaker and trainer at national and international meetings.

David is a Visiting Professor in Ophthalmology at VUB, Brussels, the co-editor of EyeNews magazine and was honoured by inclusion in “The Ophthalmologist” magazine’s Top 100 Power List for 2024. During the ‘75 th anniversary of the IOL’ international celebrations in London in November 2024, David was inaugurated as the President of the UK and Ireland Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (UKISCRS).

Provisional Agenda

Saturday 14th November 2026
Session

8:30 - 9:00

Registration & Networking Breakfast

9:00 – 9:15

Welcome & Opening Remarks

9:15 - 10:00

The Integrated Eye Care Pathway: Where Optometry Meets Surgical Innovation

Dr Ola Spencer
Michelle Hanratty
Mr Amir Hamid

10:00 - 11:15

Cataract & Refractive Pathways: Optimising Outcomes Together

Mr Amir Hamid
Mr Shafiq Rehman
Mr Rob Petrarca 

11:15 - 11:30

Coffee Break, Posters, VRICS & Technology Demonstrations

11:30 - 12:45

Imaging Masterclass: OCT and Beyond

Keynote Speaker 

12:45 - 13:30

Lunch & Exhibition with optional VRICs Quiz

13:30 - 15:45

Get Hands-On with Masterclass Workshops

Select 2 of the workshops listed below.
Session 1, 13:30 - 14:30 | Session 2, 14:45 - 15:45

  1. Acute Referrals with Mr Iain Shepherd
  2. Glaucoma with Mr Rob Petrarca/ Ms Nihal Elghryany
  3. AMD & OCT with Mr Zac Tomlinson
  4. IP peer review with Mrs Louise Stainer
  5. Foreign bodies removal workshopwith Ms Magdalena Edington
  6. Dry Eye workshop with Mrs Sarah Farrant
  7. LVC Wetlab with Mr Amir Hamid
  8. Cataract Wetlab with Mr Dan Nicholls / Mr Shafiq Rehman
  9. Masterclass in biometry interpretation with Mrs Christa Gore / Richard Probert (ZEISS)
  10. Corneal tomography with Mr Alastair Stuart

Workshop places will be assigned on a first-come, first served basis. If you register for a workshop which is already full, you will be contacted via email to select another

15:45 – 16:00

Break

16:00 – 16:30

From Detection to Intervention: Delivering Better Patient Outcomes Through Collaboration

Mr Nigel Burgess
Mr Saruban Pasu
Mr Alastair Stuart 

16:30

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Conference Aston Aston University B4 7ET Birmingham England
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Terms & Conditions

Booking Confirmation: Your place on the course is not guaranteed until a payment or purchase order is received. Upon receipt of payment, you will then be sent a booking confirmation email.

Cancellation: Cancellations may be subject to a cancellation fee. The cancellation of attendance by the customer with less than 4 weeks’ notice will incur the below charges:
- More than 4 weeks’ notice: no cost incurred
- Within 4 weeks of agreed date: 25%
- Within 3 weeks of agreed date: 50%
- Within 2 weeks of agreed date: 75%

In the unlikely event that ZEISS must cancel the course, all registered participants will be notified promptly, and any payments received will be fully refunded. However, ZEISS will not be liable for any costs related to travel or accommodation, so we do recommend booking flexible or refundable options where possible

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