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Editorial Board: Hunter Yuen (Editor-in-Chief); Robert Lam; Emmy Li Advisory Board: Tjahjono D. Gondhowiardjo; Dennis Lam; Xiaoxin Li; Charles McGhee; Yasuo Tano; Clement Tham |
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- A not-to-be-missed program with eight symposia and one instruction course focused on the latest development of Cornea and External Eye Diseases. - More than 60 internationally renowned experts and leaders will participate (List of Chairs of Scientific Sessions). - The symposium on "Keratoconus, Ectasia & Related Thinning Disorders" is sponsored by the Corneal Society (and also selected to be an American Academy of Ophthalmology sponsored symposium). Other symposia include: "End-stage Ocular Surface Disease - Stem Cell Transplantation or Keratoprosthesis"; "Management of High Risk Corneal Grafts"; "Allergic Eye Diseases and Dry Eyes"; "Challenging Corneal and External Eye Conditions", "Cornea and Cataract & Refractive Surgery"; "Lamellar Keratoplasty"; "Challenging Corneal and External Eye Procedures". - The "Anterior Segment Imaging" instruction course will cover various imaging technologies for the cornea and anterior segment from basic to the latest development. |
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- A comprehensive program including 3 symposia and one instruction course with the contributions from more than 25 experts in uveitis and intraocular inflammation (List of Chairs of Scientific Sessions). - The "Infectious Uveitis and Intraocular Inflammation" symposium will be sponsored by the Asia-Pacific Intraocular Inflammation Study Group (APIISG). - There will be two theme specific symposia tailored for those interested in this area. These include "Risks and benefits of local treatment in uveitis and related ocular inflammations", and "Updates and trends in intraocular inflammation". - An instruction course with interactive cases on "How to find the clue to the etiological diagnosis of uveitis", a must for general ophthalmologists and ophthalmologists with an interest in uveitis. |
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Prevention of Blindness & International Ophthalmology
International Coordinator |
Asia Coordinator |
Pacific Region Coordinator |
APAO Central Coordinator |
Host Country Coordinator |
PRC Coordinator |
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R Pararajasegaram |
Gullapalli N Rao |
Richard Le Mesurier |
Nathan Congdon |
Syumarti Mansyur |
Youxin Chen |
- This program will include two symposia focusing on critical issues facing Vision 2020 as this key blindness prevention effort moves into its second decade. The first of these, moderated by GN Rao, Nathan Congdon and Richard LeMesurier, will focus on cataract surgical outcomes from around the world. Data from China, Australia, Burma, Australia and Oceania will be included. A second session, moderated by R Pararajasegaram, Youxin Chen and Syumarti Mansyur, will focus on emerging challenges to Global Vision 2020, including glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy. Speakers from China, India, the US, the UK and Indonesia will discuss the latest data and approaches on managing these complex diseases in a global context. - The final aspect of the Vision 2020 program will be a session organized by the International Council of Ophthalmology on tackling ocular problems in developing countries and chaired by Dr Bruce Spivey of the US. - We expect this unique program will be of great interest to ophthalmologist and blindness prevention program planners from around the world! (List of Chairs of Scientific Sessions). |
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List of Chairs of Scientific Sessions (Cornea and External Eye Disease)
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International Supporting Organization |
Chair/Moderators |
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Symposium |
Keratoconus, Ectasia & Related Thinning Disorders |
The Cornea Society American Academy of Ophthalmology |
Michael Belin (Chair) |
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Symposium |
End-Stage Ocular Surface Disease - Stem Cell Transplantation or Keratoprosthesis |
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Gerard Sutton (Chair) Alvin Young |
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Symposium |
Management of High Risk Corneal Grafts |
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Jose Guell (Chair) Charles McGhee |
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Symposium |
Allergic Eye Disease and Dry Eyes |
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Gary Foulks (Chair) Leonard Bielory |
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Symposium |
Cornea and Cataract & Refractive Surgery |
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Terence O'Brien (Chair) Donald Tan |
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Symposium |
Lamellar Keratoplasty |
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Donald Tan (Chair) Srinivas Rao |
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Symposium |
Challenging Corneal and External Eye Procedures |
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Friedrich E Kruse (Chair) Samar Basak |
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Symposium |
Challenging Corneal and External Eye Conditions |
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Shigeru Kinoshita (Chair) Gerard Sutton |
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Course |
Anterior Segment Imaging |
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Charles McGhee (Chair) |
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List of Chairs of Scientific Sessions (Intraocular Inflammation, Uveitis & Scleritis)
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International Supporting Organization |
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Symposium |
Infectious Uveitis and Intraocular Inflammation |
Asia-Pacific Intraocular Inflammation Study Group (APIISG) |
Shigeaki Ohno (Chair) Soon Phaik Chee Peizeng YANG |
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Symposium |
Risks and Benefits of Local Treatment in Uveitis and Related Ocular Inflammations |
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Narsing Rao (Chair) Suhardji Pawiroranu Khalid Tabbara |
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Symposium |
Updates and Trends in Intraocular Inflammation |
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Sam Lertsumitkul (Chair) Fatma Asyari Timothy Lai |
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Course |
How to Find the Clue to the Etiological Diagnosis of Uveitis |
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Fatma Asyari (Chair) Sam Lertsumitkul Niti Susila |
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List of Chairs of Scientific Sessions (Prevention of Blindness & International Ophthalmology)
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International Supporting Organization |
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Quality of Cataract Surgical Outcomes Worldwide: How are We Doing? |
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Gullapalli Rao (Chair) Nathan Congdon Richard Le Mesurier |
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Symposium |
Expanding to meet Vision 2020's New Challenges: Glaucoma and Diabetic Retinopathy |
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R Pararajasegaram (Chair) Youxin Chen Syumarti Mansyur |
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Symposium |
How to Tackle Ocular Problems in Developing Countries |
International Council of Ophthalmology (ICO) |
Bruce Spivey (Chair) |
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APAO-AAO Joint Congress Film Festival
Many ophthalmologists produce spectacular and meaningful videos, which help in education and research. Ophthalmologists can learn new surgical techniques, strengthen and sharpen surgical skills, view and demonstrate state-of-the-art ophthalmic equipment and supplies. The APAO wishes to recognize the work of these ophthalmologists with dedication, imagination and educational acumen to produce these stunning videos. Prizes and certificates will be presented during the Gala Dinner. Submit your abstract for video before Jan 31, 2009!!!
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Early Bird Registration Deadline
Don't miss the early bird registration on 31st Jan, 09. Acceptance letters for the free paper and poster will be sent to First Author in early January 2009. Please visit our website for latest information. http://www.apao2009bali.org
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Golf, Beach & Spa
Golf The fine tropical weather makes Bali an ideal place for golfing. This new golfer paradise has attracted thousands of golf fans from all over the world in the past few years. There are numerous courses in diverse locations, each with its own unique challenges and attributes. Most of these golf clubs provide 18-hole course set with world-class facilities including exclusive residential villas, stylish clubrooms, fine restaurants, fabulous swimming pools and spas. Since all major clubs provide shoe and equipment hire, you need not to bring your own gear on vacation.
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Beach Bali is famous for having some of the best tropical beaches in the world. Kuta Beach, Seminyak Beach, Nusa Dua Beach and Jimbaran Beach, all are popular beaches that visitors must not miss. On these beautiful palm fringed white beaches, apart from swimming, you can try many exciting water sports, like windsurfing, sailing, water skiing and Jet Ski. You may also take a stroll on the beach or in local designer shops after a fine dining in sophisticated restaurants nearby.
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Spa Bali is one of the Spa capitals in Asia. Services range from basic massage offered at small local salons to extensive treatment programs highlighted by super luxurious spa resorts. There are numerous choices for massage in Bali, such as Balinese massage, Thai massage, Swedish massage, Shiatsu from Japan, Lomi-Lomi from Hawaii, as well as body wraps, polishes and scrubs, Chinese Reflexology and many Ayurvedic styles of treatment. Absolutely a perfect place for a hedonistic interlude!
Do indulge yourself in a pampering treatment in this Spa World!
For details, please visit: Bali Tourism Board http://www.balitourismboard.org/index.html Access Bali Online - Golf http://baliwww.com/golf/ Bali Star Island Travel Agency - Golf http://www.balistarisland.com/Bali-Adventure-Sightseeing/Bali-Golf-Club.htm Asia Web Direct - Beach http://www.bali-indonesia.com/beaches/index.html Bali Spa Guide http://www.balispaguide.com/ Bali Paradise - Health & Spa http://www.bali-health-spa.com/
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