
All Eyes on the Future
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Professor Robert MacLaren
Professor Robert MacLaren is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Nuffield Health Oxford, The Manor Hospital, and Oxford Eye Hospital, and Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Oxford. He specialises in cataract and retinal surgery, genetic eye disorders, and innovative treatments such as gene and robotic therapies.
A pioneer in ophthalmology, he has led world-first breakthroughs including the choroideremia gene therapy trial, electronic retinal implants, and the first robot-assisted eye surgery. He also trains surgeons internationally in advanced retinal and cataract techniques.
Recognised as an NIHR Senior Investigator and recipient of multiple awards, including the Royal College of Ophthalmologists Keeler Medal, Professor MacLaren continues to advance patient care and surgical innovation worldwide.
Provisional Agenda
Saturday 1st November 2025
Session
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9:00 - 9:30 |
Registration, welcome coffee & networking |
9:30 - 10:00 |
What’s New in Cataract Surgery? |
10:00 - 10:30 |
What’s New in AMD? |
10:30 - 11:00 |
Coffee break |
11:00 - 12:00 |
Innovations & Robotics in Ophthalmology |
12:00 - 12:30 |
Next-Gen Glaucoma Pathways: Lasers, Stents and Beyond |
12:30 - 13:00 |
Shaping the Future of Ophthalmology with AI |
13:00 - 14:00 |
Lunch & Learn |
14:00 - 16:00 |
Get Hands-On with Masterclass Workshops Choose 2 workshops* from the options below: Track One: 14:00 - 15:00 & Track Two: 15:00 - 16:00 1. Getting the most from OCT *Workshop spots will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. If you register for a workshop that is already full, we will contact you via email and ask you to select an alternative workshop. |
16:00 - 16:20 |
Rapid Fire Interactive Case Discussion |
16:20 |
Feedback & Close |