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All Eyes on the Future

Optegra & ZEISS Symposium 2025

Sat, 01 November 2025

Conference Aston, Aston University, Birmingham

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About the Symposium

You are invited to the Optegra & ZEISS Symposium 2025 – 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 13 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

Professor Dominik Fischer

Professor Fischer works as Consultant at the Oxford Eye Hospital and as full Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Oxford. He also works as Consultant Ophthalmologist & Vitreoretinal Surgeon at The Retina Clinic London and has further academic appointments in Germany and Switzerland.

He received his academic and his clinical (sub-)specialty training (Medical Retina, Surgical Retina and Genetics) in Munich, Philadelphia, Zurich, Tubingen, and Oxford. He is the recipient of more than 25 awards, among them the Leonhard Klein award for the advancement of vitreoretinal surgery and the Senator H. Wacker award for scientific contributions to the field of retinal disease.

Provisional Agenda

Saturday 1st November 2025

	Session
9:00 - 9:30	Registration, welcome coffee & networking
9:30 - 10:00	What’s New in Cataract Surgery? Mr Amir Hamid
10:00 - 10:30	What’s New in AMD? Mr Sajjad Mahmood
10:30 - 11:00	Coffee break
11:00 - 12:00	Future treatment options for retinal diseases Professor Dominik Fischer
12:00 - 12:30	Next-Gen Glaucoma Pathways: Lasers, Stents and Beyond Ms Nihal Abdel Fatah Elghryany
12:30 - 13:00	Shaping the Future of Ophthalmology with AI
13:00 - 14:00	Lunch & Learn Posters, Quizzes, Exhibition
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 2. Hands-on Cataract Surgery: Wet lab 3. Planning to Perfection: Laser Vision Correction Wet Lab 4. Acute Referrals: Peer Review Session 5. Prescribing with Confidence: Peer-review Session: IP Optometrists 6. Demystifying Corneal Tomography and Topography 7. Mastering Biometry for Better Outcomes 8. Pressure Points: Case Based Discussions in Glaucoma *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 Mr Shafiq Rehman
16:20	Feedback & Close

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Conference Aston

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

Training Materials: Any training materials, resources, or equipment provided during the training remain the property of the training provider.

Intellectual Property: Any intellectual property, including training materials and content, is protected by copyright, and should not be reproduced, distributed, or shared without explicit permission.

Quality Assurance: The training provider reserves the right to make changes to the training content or schedule to enhance the quality of the training.

Force Majeure: The training provider is not liable for any delays, cancellations, or changes to training sessions due to unforeseen circumstances beyond their control, including but not limited to natural disasters, strikes, or government regulations.

Feedback: Participants are encouraged to provide feedback on the training session for continuous improvement. Certificates will only be issued after completion of a feedback survey per participant.

Non-Transferability: The training booking is non-transferable without the explicit consent of the training provider.

Our full Terms and Conditions can be viewed at www.zeiss.co.uk/terms