The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO)

The RANZCO NZ Branch Eye Health Equity Scholarships for 2025 are open for applications! If you're involved in improving equity in eye health in Aotearoa New Zealand to apply for this great opportunity! You’ll receive complimentary registration, travel expenses and accommodation for two nights at the NZ Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) on 30-31 May 2025 in Rotorua and be able to present your work at the ASM. Apply by 5pm NZDT 21 February 2025: https://lnkd.in/gEKht4NC Eye Health Aotearoa New Zealand Medical Students' Association (NZMSA) Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora #eyehealth #eyehealthequity #newzealandhealth

Dr Clayton Barnes - Calvary Riverina Hospital's ophthalmologist – has been caring for the eyesight of the local Wagga Wagga community for over 30 years, having originally moved to the area so he could make a difference. Earlier this November, Dr Barnes was awarded the Distinguished Service Medal by The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) for his commitment to regional health. This well-deserved industry recognition is something that Calvary is extremely proud of. Read this piece to find out more. #calvaryriverina #beingforothers #waggahealthservices #ophthalmology

Abstracts are open for the 3rd Asia-Pacific Strabismus and Paediatric Ophthalmology Society (#APSPOS) Congress in Brisbane (29 June – 1 July 2025)! The Congress will be held in conjunction with the Australian and New Zealand Strabismus Society (#ANZSS) and the Australian and New Zealand Paediatric Ophthalmology Society (#ANZPOS) annual meeting. Themed 'Inspiring collaboration', the Congress will focus on improving paediatric eye care in our region and beyond. Submit your abstracts by 11:59 PM AEST 20 December: https://lnkd.in/gEKRaEJ3

Dr Roger McGuinness has spent his six-decade-long career in pursuit of medical excellence and commitment to patient care. His involvement in significant advancements in #ophthalmology, working with iconic figures Fred Hollows and Sir Harold Ridley, legacy in mentorship and more, have left an indelible mark in the field and those he has worked with. 📖 Read more in Eye2Eye Q3: https://lnkd.in/gShsykxi ⭐ Advertise with us! Email communications@ranzco.edu today

🎉 We’re thrilled to welcome RANZCO as a Bronze Sponsor for #NATSIEHC25! With their dedication to eye health and vision care, The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) support will enhance this year’s conference, bringing even more impact to our shared mission. Together, we’ll strengthen discussions, insights, and actions to improve eye health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Thank you, RANZCO, for your commitment and partnership. Let’s make #NATSIEHC25 unforgettable! 👁️

At #RANZCO55th Congress in Adelaide (held 1-4 November 2024), RANZCO was delighted to welcome 200 eye health professionals from across the Asia-Pacific region for our 3rd annual Global Eye Health Workshop. Over two busy days, participants explored oculoplastic and orbital surgery, as well as the diagnosis and treatment of retinal and macular diseases in low-resource settings. The program was included expert presentations, insights from Pacific eye health leaders and valuable opportunities to connect, discuss and share experiences. ➡️ Check out this video to hear participants' reflections on this important event: https://lnkd.in/gQHzRFME #globaleyehealth #globalhealth #eyehealth #retina #maculardisease #oculoplastic #ortibtalsurgery

#Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) is the leading cause of preventable blindness in children affecting three out of four babies born at less than 31 weeks gestation or weighing less than 1250g at birth. Effective screening of premature babies is critical to identify babies at risk and capturing them at a level where treatment is effective in preventing #blindness. For the most up to date evidence on ROP, see the Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) Screening and Treatment Guidelines launched by RANZCO’s Vison2030 and beyond Paediatric Eye Healthcare Services Working Group (PEHSWG): https://lnkd.in/ed8W79rt #blindenessprevention #vision2030 #vision2030beyond #ROP

More than 1,100 trees are to be planted in South Australia as part of an initiative by The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) to champion sustainability. The trees were bought by people attending the recent RANZCO Congress in Adelaide and donated to The Forktree Project, an organisation aiming to restore a former pastoral property in the state’s Fleurieu Peninsula. #environment #sustainability #ophthalmology

Ahead of #WorldDiabetesDay, we’re proud to reflect on the impactful work this year in the fight against diabetic eye diseases. In June, during Day One of 2030 IN SIGHT LIVE in Mexico City, we launched the Spanish-language version of our Policy Brief on Diabetic Retinopathy with the International Diabetes Federation, expanding our reach to Spanish-speaking communities. Our momentum continued at the Euretina Conference in Barcelona, where IAPB and AbbVie initiated a European Call to Action with policymakers from Spain, Italy, and Slovenia. Shortly after, at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in Samoa, leaders emphasized the vital link between diabetes management and eye health. Read more about our progress: https://lnkd.in/eWUQZDQN #WorldDiabetesDay #DiabeticRetinopathy #DiabetesAwareness #EyeHealth #DiabeticEyeConditions

Angus Turner, details his experiences working as an #ophthalmologist in the remote rural regions of Western Australia: https://ow.ly/yPAC50U48qC