ASCRS Live! Earns High Praise from Attendees
ASCRS Live!, the new regional dinner series making its way to nine cities across the U.S., has already completed two events and is getting positive reviews from attendees who have spent an evening learning and engaging with faculty and local colleagues.
According to recent surveys, 100% of attendees who responded said they learned something new in the program and would recommend attending to their colleagues.
Where to next? Houston, Texas, you’re up! If you’re local to the Houston area, RSVP to join ASCRS Live! for dinner on June 13.
Learn more about the program and faculty and RSVP here.
Not in Houston? Find the other ASCRS Live! host cities here.
Don’t Forget to Submit Your Nomination
ASCRS is accepting nominations for the Executive Committee position of 2025 ASCRS Secretary.
ASCRS Secretary is a position on the ASCRS Executive Committee with succession responsibilities, including Treasurer, Vice President/President Elect, and ultimately 2028 President.
To nominate an ophthalmologist for the position of Secretary on the ASCRS Executive Committee, please send an email to [email protected], describing how the nominee meets the following criteria: a member in good standing/service to ASCRS, contributions to scholarly research, presentations at national/international meetings, teaching activities, leadership qualities, clinical/surgical expertise and reputation, and industry/corporate relations/collaborations.
Submissions are due July 5.
Catch Up on These Special Member Messages
In honor of the 50th anniversary of ASCRS, member ophthalmologists from the 50 states have been sending in their perspectives on the Society, sharing its impact on their career, and describing its influence on the specialty as a whole.
There’s a new video (or two) posted each week between April 2024 and April 2025.
This week’s “50 Years | 50 States” perspective comes from Jonathan Rubenstein, MD, in Illinois. Watch his video here.
Submit Your Idea to The Winning Pitch Challenge—Cash Prizes Available!
The Winning Pitch Challenge had a successful run at Eyecelerator @ ASCRS and its already gearing up for its next chapter at Eyecelerator @ AAO in October! This Shark Tank-like competition offers ophthalmologists the chance to advance their innovative idea that addresses unmet needs in eyecare.
Submissions for The Winning Pitch Challenge at Eyecelerator @ AAO are due August 1.
All applicants who advance to Round 2 will receive an industry mentor and guidance for their idea/innovation. From there, the three finalists will advance to Round 3 where they will present live at the Eyecelerator* meeting October 17 in Chicago, Illinois. There they’ll compete for cash prizes worth up to $25,000 and be exposed to many networking opportunities and potential resources!
*Eyecelerator is a partnership between ASCRS and the American Academy of Ophthalmology to support innovation in ophthalmology.
Important Resources
- ASCRS Live: In-person education and networking coming to nine cities across the U.S.
- ASCRS Annual Meeting: April 25–28, 2025 | Los Angeles, California
- CME 24/7: Your source for the latest online CME from ASCRS; member login required
- Calculators and Tools: Essential tools for your practice
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