Welcome to RANZCO’s 56th Congress in Melbourne!

We are delighted to extend a warm welcome to Melbourne, Australia’s cultural capital.

The array of food, entertainment, sport and art-filled adventures reflect the exciting diversity Melbourne is famous for. Not just being bound to the city confines, Melbourne also offers easy access to Victoria’s stunning beaches, luscious green spaces, and picturesque regional locations bursting with world-renowned experiences and flavours.

As you embark on this journey of ophthalmic excellence at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, you will find a program designed to inspire, educate, and elevate your practice.

Our dynamic lineup includes distinguished Keynote Speakers from Australia, New Zealand, Sweden, India, United Kingdom and Brazil, ensuring a global perspective on the latest advancements in ophthalmology. This year’s Congress will feature our esteemed Named Lectures, honouring the legacies of Dame Ida Mann, Sir Norman Gregg, Fred Hollows, and the Council Lecture. Each lecture will be complemented by specialised Update Lectures across Cataract, Cornea, Glaucoma, Oncology, Retina, and Uveitis, presented by leading experts:

• Council Lecture – Celia Chen
• Gregg Lecture – Dinesh Selva
• Ida Mann Lecture – Andrea Vincent
• Hollows Lecture – Sandra Stafferi
• Cataract – Anders Behndig
• Cornea – Radhika Tandon
• Glaucoma – Gus Gazzard
• Oncology – Mandeep Sagoo
• Retina – Clare Bailey
• Uveitis – Daniel Vasconcelos Santos

Prepare to explore breakthrough advancements, connect with peers, and expand your professional network in an environment that emphasises sustainability, well-being, and engaging social interactions. RANZCO’s 56th Congress is designed to leave you recharged and inspired; ready to drive the future of eye care forward.

Take some time to explore Melbourne’s cuisine, coastlines, historic arcades and labyrinth of colourful laneways lined with fine dining restaurants, chic cafes and fashion boutiques. There is always something exciting happening in Melbourne, whatever your taste.

We look forward to hosting you in Melbourne for an unforgettable Congress experience.

Dr Rebecca Haward
Convenor

Dr Alp Atik
Convenor

Prof Adrian Fung
Scientific Chair

A/Prof Clare Fraser
Scientific Chair