International Myopia Institute

We are pleased to announce that the International Myopia Institute (IMI) is providing 10 travel grants for African and South American attendees to join the International Myopia Conference (IMC). This initiative aims to support scholars from these under-represented regions, enabling them to participate in this significant event and contribute to the global discourse on myopia management. A special thank you to our partners and colleagues, including Dr. Weizhong (Bruce) Lan from Aier Eye Hospital Group, for their collaboration in making this possible. We look forward to the valuable insights and contributions these scholars will bring to the IMC. Congratulations to all the grant recipients, and we are excited to see your presentations at the conference. Stay tuned for more updates! #MyopiaManagement #IMI #IMC2024

We are excited to share that the 5th European Meeting of Young Ophthalmologists (EMYO) by the European Society of Ophthalmology (SOE) took place this week on July 13th and 14th, 2024, in the beautiful city of Padua, Italy. As the largest young ophthalmology meeting in Europe, EMYO gathered over 500 participants from across Europe. We were especially pleased to have Dr Willem Tideman and Dr. Leila Eppenberger represent IMI for myopia management education at this prestigious event. Their contributions underscore our commitment to advancing knowledge and best practices in ophthalmology. Congratulations to Dr. Tideman and Dr. Eppenberger for their impactful presentations and to all the young ophthalmologists who participated in this enriching experience! #EMYO2024 #Youngopthamologists #myopiamangament #SOE

OThe Fifth World Congress of Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (WCPOS V, 2024) that took place in Malaysia over the weekend was a great success. IMI Executive Director Dr Nina Tahhan delivered presentation title “Take-home form IMI white paper” during the Myopia Management session, sharing the stage with international experts Mark Bullimore, Audrey Chia, Jitendra Jethani, Andrzej Grzybowski, and Irene Sophia Joseph. The session ended with lots of stimulating and thought-provoking discussions during question time. The Congress, held at the iconic Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC), brought together leading minds in paediatric ophthalmology and strabismus. It was a remarkable opportunity to exchange ideas and discuss the latest advancements and strategies in myopia management. #WCPOS2024 #WCPOSV2024 #MyopiaManagement #Ophthalmology #PaediatricOphthalmology #Strabismus

The Bright China Myopia Conference 2024 held in Wuxi, China last week featured over ten academic sections, including a session from the IMI. The sessions covered the full spectrum of myopia from pre-myopia to high myopia, as well as in-depth integration of basic research and artificial intelligence. Over 100 myopia prevention and control experts from around the world contributed their ideas to the flourishing development of children's eye health and there were over 2000 attendees. #myopia #myopiamanagement #IMI

The IMI are excited to announce the publication of our new myopia treatment short course, available on Australian Doctor. Developed for GPs and allied health practitioners, the course comprises of a short article and quiz, covering essential information on the aetiology, epidemiology, risk factors, signs, symptoms, management options and prognosis of myopia. Why you should read: 📊 In-depth Analysis: Understand causes, risk factors, and management strategies for myopia. 💡 Proactive Approaches: Learn about the importance of outdoor activities, proper lighting, and screen time management in mitigating the onset and progression of myopia. 👓 Modern Treatments: Discover new management options that go beyond traditional optical correction to slow down or control myopia progression. 🧑⚕️ Collaborative Care: Tips on working with optometrists and ophthalmologists to provide comprehensive care for patients. 📖 Earn CPD or PDP Points: By completing the "How to Treat" quizzes, you can earn valuable CPD or PDP points, accredited by the RACGP and ACRRM. Myopia prevalence is continuing to increase, bringing with it significant, debilitating implications for both children and adults future eye health. Medical professionals must stay informed about the latest advancements in understanding and managing this condition in patients, improving their quality of live and reducing the risk of long-term complications. Read the full article and take the quiz here: https://lnkd.in/ghByRcaF

Join the IMI at the 50th anniversary of the ECLSO (European Contact Lens Society of Ophthalmologists) Congress, taking place in Istanbul on the 26th and 27th of April 2024. IMI Chair Professor Serge Resnikoff will be presenting with a panel on Saturday the 27th starting at 2 pm, in a session titled 'Myopia Management Update'. For further details on the event, as well as the detailed programme, visit the official ECLSO 2024 website at:  https://www.eclso2024.com/ #IMI #Myopia #MyopiaManagement

On the 16th of March, the 2024 Siberian Myopia Conference was held in Novosibirsk. This event united more than 3200 ophthalmologists and optometrists from 139 cities from countries including Russia, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Belarus and Armenia. The IMI is proud to be supporting myopia awareness initiatives through its ambassadors worldwide. #myopia #myopiamanagement #imi

The International Myopia Institute (IMI) will be awarding IMC travel grants for myopia research undertaken in under-resourced regions with a low evidence base. Eligible regions include Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America. The presenter and first author must be from the country where the research is undertaken. IMI will now be providing $1500 USD per recipient and the IMC will provide accommodation and waive registration for successful applicants. To apply, please indicate you are eligible for the IMI grant during the submission process by selecting "yes" under "travel grant". The submission window will close on the 30th of April, 2024. Visit the IMC website for more information at: https://lnkd.in/emxRNz23 #imi #myopiamanagement #myopia

The 39th Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress took place last weekend in Bali, Indonesia with over 6000 attendees. The IMI was represented by Executive Director Dr Nina Tahhan, who presented alongside some of the world leaders in myopia. There was a great interest in myopia at the conference, with Dr Tahhan's session focused on the latest IMI White Paper series. All of the IMI White Papers can be found on the website at: https://lnkd.in/gqvk_xfb #myopia #imi #APAO2024 #myopiamanagement

The 5th European Meeting of Young Ophthalmologists (EMYO) is set to take place on July 13th and 14th 2024 at the Padua Congress Center, in Padua, Italy. The event provides a unique opportunity to learn from experts and high-level professional young ophthalmologists in a beautiful Italian location! The IMI will be represented by Dr. Willem Tideman and Dr. Lelia Sara. EMYO 2024 is reserved for ophthalmologists under 40 years of age. To register and access more information about the event, visit: https://lnkd.in/gPADU339 #imi #myopia #myopiamanagement