About this Event
ABOUT
The 2026 Ophthalmology Alumni Meeting will highlight current advances in the diagnosis and management of complex ophthalmic conditions. Expert faculty will discuss emerging surgical techniques, innovations in retinal imaging and treatment protocols, and evolving trends affecting ophthalmic practice. The program also features resident research presentations and opportunities for professional engagement among alumni, faculty, and trainees.
TARGET AUDIENCE
This program is designed for general ophthalmologists, sub- specialists, optometrists, residents, and medical students in the New York metropolitan area.
OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:
1. Integrate current evidence-based strategies for the management of corneal, retinal, pediatric ophthalmologic, strabismus, and oculoplastic conditions.
2. Apply advanced retinal imaging and OCT-guided protocols to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment timeliness.
3. Select appropriate medical and surgical management strategies for diabetic retinopathy, eyelid reconstruction, and adult strabismus based on patient-specific factors.
4. Assess the impact of healthcare system changes, including corporatization, on ophthalmic practice and patient care delivery.
Accreditation Statement: The State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Health Sciences University is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
Disclosure Statement: Downstate Health Sciences University Office of CME (OCME) and its affiliates are committed to providing educational activities that are objective, balanced and as free of bias as possible. The OCME has established policies that will identify and mitigate all conflicts of interest prior to this educational activity. All accredited providers are required to mitigate and disclose to the activity audience the relevant financial relationships of the planners, presenters, and authors involved in the development of accredited content. An individual has a relevant financial relationship if he or she has a financial relationship in any amount occurring in the past 24 months with an ineligible company whose products or services are discussed in the accredited activity content over which the individual has control. All of the relevant financial relationships listed for these individuals have been mitigated.
ADA Statement: Special Needs: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University seeks to make this conference accessible to all. If you have a disability which might require special accommodations, please contact Marlene Hartin at [email protected]
Agenda
Updates on current Keratoconus Management - Aisha Hasan, MD
Pediatric ophthalmology of the future - Zachary Elkin, MD MPH
The corporatization of ophthalmology and medicine - Gary Lelli, MD
Surgical management of diabetic retinopathy - Ilya Leskov, MD PHD
Adult strabismus: not just big babies - Zachary Elkin, MD MPH
Retinal Artery Occlusions - Richard Rosen, MD FACS
Eyelid reconstruction techniques - Gary Lelli, MD
Exploring New Depths of Clinical Retinal Imaging - Richard Rosen, MD FACS
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
450 Clarkson Ave, 450 Clarkson Avenue, Brooklyn, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 220.00
