Symposium on Cataract, IOL and Refractive Surgery & Congress on Ophthalmic Practice Management
Each spring, ASCRS conducts a five-day symposium. Current information and research into all areas of anterior segment and refractive surgery is presented. In addition to lectures, panels, and seminars for the ophthalmic surgeon, courses for ophthalmicadministrators,nurses, and technicians are offered.
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EyeSpaceMD – The Global Classroom
It’s the new online educational website from ASCRS, incorporating a “social media” networking function designed to foster an interactive community of ophthalmologists. Users are able to interact collaboratively to view, organize, comment on and share ophthalmic information. The website contains sessions from the ASCRS Annual Symposia, smaller meetings such as the Winter Update, EyeWorld Symposia, and from other meetings around the globe. Members may upload surgical videos and images into ever-growing libraries. Future additions include an Industry Spotlight section plus a Physician’s Community with enhanced “social networking” opportunities.
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Special Lectures
ASCRS presents annual lectures, including the Binkhorst Medal Lecture, awarded in honor of Cornelius D. Binkhorst, M.D., of the Netherlands, the Charles D.Kelman Innovators Lecture, and the Manus C. Kraff Lecture on Science and Medicine.
Manus C. Kraff Lecture on Science and Medicine
ASCRS established this lecture as a forum for expanding and enriching appreciation of fields of science and medicine outside of ophthalmology. The lecture was named for Dr. Manus C. Kraff to recognize and honor him for his many contributions to the ASCRS Symposium; these contributions have broadened, enlivened, and elevated the quality of the symposium. In addition, Dr. Kraff’s curiosity and constant striving for innovation have led him to investigate aspects of medicine and science beyond those in his chosen field.
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Journal of Cataract and Refractive SurgeryPublished monthly, the peer-reviewedJournal of Cataract & Refractive Surgeryspecifically addresses cataract surgery techniques and technology and advances in refractive surgery.
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Administrative EyeCare
The quarterly publication contains current information about ophthalmic office administration.
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ASCRS Washington Watch Weekly
The weekly newsletter, written in a quick, easy-to-read format, provides the latest information on congressional and regulatory issues affecting the practice of cataract and refractive surgery.
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eye-STAT Emergency Notification System
Emergency warnings are sent to all members of the Society whenever there is reason to suspect a potential danger from a material, device, or solution used in ophthalmic surgery.
Internet Information Services
The ASCRS website is your source for information on anterior segment surgery. ASCRS members have access to our members-only sections,containing information on special ASCRS announcements, and legislative and regulatory information.
Find-A-Surgeon
ASCRS’ Find-A-Surgeon service enables potential patients to view your contact information and areas of specialization through the ASCRS home page. Free to ASCRS members, Find-A-Surgeon allows you to customize your profile to better reach interested patients.
The ASCRS homepage is visited tens of thousands of times each month by perspective patients searching for information on eye disease, procedures, and qualified ophthalmologists. Take advantage of the opportunity to educate and inform patients in your local area about your services.
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eyeCONNECT
Providing instantcommunication with peerson difficult cases, study results, questions on new procedures etc. Free with membership, EyeMail is available to any member with E-mail access. Lists include: Cataract, Refractive, Glaucomaand Business. A new, web-based application launched in 2008 offers greater interaction and collaboration among physicians in a “Web 2.0” environment.
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Emergency Consultation Hotline
1-800-451-1339
ASCRS maintains an emergency, 24 hour telephone service which is open to any ophthalmologist who wishes consultation.
Political Involvement: eyePAC
The ASCRS political action committee (eyePAC) provides members with the opportunity to become involved in the political process.
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Public Education Activities through the Eye Surgery Education Council
The ESECcoordinates activities aimed at educating the public about the importance of quality eye care and the risks andbenefits of cataract and refractive surgery.
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Documents-On-Demand
Need a news or policy announcement? An order form, or resource catalog? download these documentsonline.
ASCRS Foundation for EyeCare Research
The ASCRS Foundation is dedicated to furthering ophthalmic research, public education and awareness, and humanitarian efforts. The Foundation has built a pediatric eye surgery clinic in Addis, Aboha, Ethiopia, awards annual research grants,and has conducted a multi-year public education campaign highlighting the benefits of cataract and refractive surgery.
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EyeWorld News Service
EyeWorld brings timely clinical and practice management news to 22,000 ophthalmologists in the U.S. and abroad monthly. EyeWorld Week is e-mailed or faxed weekly to all ASCRS members.
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Books and Other Resources
ASCRS/ASOA offers a wide variety of books and other resources on topics of importance to you.
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