EAOO European Academy of Optometry and Optics

26/06/2025

📅 Save the Date!
We’re excited to announce that the EAOO 2026 Conference – Vision for Quality of Life will take place from 15–17 May 2026 in beautiful Riga, Latvia.

🏛️ Venue:
The Academic Centre of the University of Latvia – House of Science

Join leading professionals in optometry and optics for an inspiring event focused on innovation, collaboration, and enhancing quality of life through vision care.

🔗 Learn more: https://eaooconference.com/

05/06/2025

Welcome to Our Newest EAOO Fellows!

The European Academy of Optometry and Optics (EAOO) is proud to welcome its newest group of Fellows for 2025—a distinguished recognition of excellence, leadership, and dedication to advancing optometry, optics, and vision science across Europe.

The EAOO Fellowship is awarded through a rigorous, peer-reviewed process, where candidates demonstrate meaningful contributions in clinical practice, education, research, leadership, and service to the profession. Fellowship represents a mark of distinction—and a commitment to the Academy’s mission to promote excellence in eye care.

At in Ljubljana, we were honoured to induct the following exceptional professionals:

🎓 Christos Papageorgiou
🎓 Sharbel Abi Ephrem
🎓 Lorcan Butler
🎓 Konrad Abramczuk
🎓 Pascal Bl**er
🎓 Siofra Harrington
🎓 Max Aricochi

Each Fellow brings unique expertise and passion to our growing community of leaders shaping the future of vision care in Europe and beyond.

👏 Congratulations to all!
We look forward to your continued contributions to the Academy and the profession.

02/06/2025

Celebrating Excellence at EAOO 2025 in Ljubljana
We were proud to recognize outstanding achievements in research, photography, and engagement at this year’s EAOO Conference.

🏆 Karen Sparrow Best Poster Award – Lerato Khensani Landela
🎓 Early Career Research Grant – Jannet Phillip
📸 Ocular Photography Contest
• Posterior Segment – Amadej Brezinščak
• Anterior Segment – Mirza Karamovic
🤝 Sponsor Engagement Awards – Zamadonda Xulu-Kasaba & Charlotte Bell

These awards highlight the incredible talent and dedication within our community.
📖 Read the full article: https://eaoo.online/awards-at-the-eaoo-conference-in-ljubljana/

19/05/2025

16/05/2025

We are officially underway at EAOO 2025, Ljubljana Conference!

Welcome to a gathering of a brightest minds in optometry, optics and vision science from across Europe and beyond 🌏👁️
Over the next few days, we’ll dive into groundbreaking research, share innovative clinical practices and strengthen the connection that drive our profession forward.

Let’s shape the future of eye care together!

09/05/2025

🌍 Exciting news! EAOO Ljubljana 2025 is proudly supported by leading voices in the eye care industry.

The 16th annual conference of the European Academy of Optometry and Optics (EAOO) will take place in the beautiful, green capital of Slovenia — Ljubljana — from 16–18 May 2025.

We are honored to welcome our conference sponsors, whose support makes this premier event for professionals, researchers, and innovators in eye care possible.

📢 Read the full press release here: https://eaoo.online/eaoo-ljubljana-2025-supported-by-industry-leaders/

02/05/2025

Hoya Vision Care is very proud to support the 16th Annual EAOO Conference in Ljubljana, Slovenia, as a Platinum Sponsor

For over 60 years, HOYA Vision Care has been a global leader in the spectacle lens industry, dedicated to providing innovative vision care solutions for every stage of a patient's life. With a presence in over 50 countries, they hold a leading position in myopia management and have proven expertise in advanced lens designs, high-performance photochromic technologies, and high-quality AR coatings.

Hoya Vision Care invites optometrists, opticians, and students attending EAOO to join their symposium, "Exploring New Frontiers in Myopia Management with MiYOSMART." Learn about Myopia Management in Anisometropic Children from Professor Bruce Evans. Discover the latest innovations in instruments designed for younger patients and VisuPro spectacle lenses for adults experiencing the first signs of presbyopia. Visit their booth to learn more!

Stay tuned to HOYA Vision Care for more information on panel discussions, workshops and more.



Product Disclaimer: MiYOSMART spectacle lenses have not been approved for use in the management of myopia in all countries, including the U.S., and are not currently available for sale in all countries, including the U.S.

24/04/2025

We are proud to have EssilorLuxottica as a Platinum Sponsor for EAOO 2025 in Ljubljana!

Their support is invaluable as we work together to advance innovation in eye care. We’re excited for a successful event and the opportunity to bring together leaders in the field.

16/04/2025

🌟 Join Our Exclusive SIG Discussion on Myopia Management! 🌟

EAOO members, don’t miss our upcoming Special Interest Group (SIG) session on:

📌 Topic: Contact Lenses in Contemporary Myopia Management
🎙 Speakers: José Manuel González-Méijome & Giancarlo Montani
📅 Date: 17 April 2025
⏰ Time: 18:30 CET
📍 Where: Online via Zoom (members only)

This session is a great opportunity to deepen your understanding of myopia management with leading experts. The registration link has been sent to members via email.

For any questions, reach out to admin@eaoo.info.

07/04/2025

📸 EAOO Ocular Photography Contest – Submissions Now Open!

Are you ready to showcase your best clinical images? EAOO invites all ECPs to participate in our Ocular Photography Contest, with winners announced during the EAOO Conference Dinner on May 17, 2025!

🗂 Categories:
🔹 Anterior Segment – Lids, Cornea, Iris, Lens & more
🔹 Posterior Segment – Retina, Optic Nerve, Fluorescein Angiography & more

✅ Submit up to 2 entries per category

🕛 Deadline: 1 May 2025, 12:00 CET

🏆 Winners will be recognized live at the EAOO 2025 Conference!

🔗 Submit your entries here: https://www.eaoo2025.com/photo-competition/

31/03/2025

🚀 Big News! EAOO 2025 is a MedTech & CPD Conference! 🚀

We’re proud to announce that EAOO 2025 Ljubljana is officially a MedTech-accredited conference, reinforcing our commitment to innovation in eye care! 🌍✨

✅ UK CPD Accreditation – The conference programme will be accredited for GOC CPD points across multiple domains, giving all General Optical Council (GOC) registrants the chance to earn points while attending cutting-edge sessions.

✅ MedTech Approved – Bringing the latest advancements in optometry and vision science to the forefront!

Join us at EAOO 2025 Ljubljana to gain valuable insights, connect with experts, and advance your professional development! 🔬📚

REGISTER NOW: https://www.eaoo2025.com/register/