About the World Glaucoma Association

The World Glaucoma Association (WGA) is an independent, impartial, ethical, global organization for glaucoma science and care. WGA’s core purpose is to eliminate glaucoma-related disability worldwide.
The members and decisionmakers of the WGA are all healthcare professionals. They offer their time and expertise freely, while continuing their daily, high-paced clinical and/or research work.
WGA volunteers are world renowned experts. Their opinions are routinely sought, and their papers are regularly published and referenced.
Overall, the WGA is a source of high quality, evidence-based science that pushes the boundaries of glaucoma medicine.

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The World Glaucoma Association is committed to driving glaucoma awareness by organizing the World Glaucoma Week and providing a wealth of scientific content for the larger glaucoma community, member societies, patients, and the general public.

Ningli Wang, MD PhD
President, World Glaucoma Association

The WGA’s role in fighting glaucoma blindness

The WGA acts in the interests of patients by providing glaucoma experts with the support and tools they need to deliver the best possible care. The WGA does this by:

  • Disseminating evidence-based, scientific knowledge through the World Glaucoma Congress, 2 scientific journals, newsletters, and the Glaucoma Consensus Initiative.
  • Driving glaucoma awareness by organizing the World Glaucoma Week.
  • Supporting promising young ophthalmologists from developing countries with the Fellowship Program.
  • Providing a wealth of scientific content, easily accessible on the WGA website, used by some 10,000 visitors each month.

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International Glaucoma Review

The uniqueness of International Glaucoma Review is its attempted completeness, its classification, and the Editor’s Selection. It is the only journal that presents a three-monthly critical review of selected glaucoma literature. IGR is distributed free of charge to all members of affiliated Glaucoma Societies four times a year.

International Glaucoma Review

Journal of Glaucoma

The Journal of Glaucoma (JOG) is the official journal of the World Glaucoma Association (WGA). It is the world’s premier scientific journal for glaucoma research, devoted to new fundamental understandings, innovations in diagnosis and technology, and advancements in glaucoma medical and surgical care. Enjoy free access to the Journal of Glaucoma through your WGA#One account and follow the Journal of Glaucoma on Twitter (@JOGJournal) to stay abreast of best practices in glaucoma and the latest developments in the field. Browse through past issues, sign up for ahead of print news, and much more at www.glaucomajournal.com.

Journal of Glaucoma

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Dont miss out on your chance to save up to $170 when you register now for #WGC2025 taking place in Hawaii.

Explore the latest research and breakthroughs in #EyeCare and #Ophthalmology with sessions presented by world-renowned experts. This is your opportunity to network, explore new #EyeSurgery techniques, and be a part of the innovations shaping the future of the field.

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Early bird registration deadline: April 2, 2025

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Join us for the #HotDebates in #glaucoma parallel symposium at #WGC2025, where expert speakers will be exploring whether cutting is better than #stenting for #TrabecularBypasses, sharing the latest techniques for failed filtration surgeries, #Phaco, advanced glaucoma, and more.

Explore the interactive WGC-2025 program to start planning your #WorldGlaucomaCongress experience.

View the program: https://tinyurl.com/WGC-2025-Program

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WGC-2025 offers you the unique opportunity to engage with #EyeCareProfessionals at the largest dedicated #glaucoma meeting in the world. Take advantage of the many #networking opportunities to forge valuable connections, share stories, exchange ideas, and collaborate on new #ophthalmology initiatives.

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We're throwing it back to the 1st WGA Global Webinar on Glaucoma Surgery - Thousands of viewers tuned in for a landmark session that kicked off our series of free, high-quality educational webinars!

Bringing together experts to discuss essential glaucoma surgery insights and advancements our video archive is perfect eye care professionals eager to learn.

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Were throwing it back to the 1st WGA Global Webinar on Glaucoma Surgery - Thousands of viewers tuned in for a landmark session that kicked off our series of free, high-quality educational webinars! 

Bringing together experts to discuss essential glaucoma surgery insights and advancements our video archive is perfect eye care professionals eager to learn.

Check out the WGA Global Webinar now: https://tinyurl.com/3tkkk9ca

#GlaucomaSurgery #WGAWebinar #Education #VideoSeries

Journal of the Month... 📚

This month, the WGA spotlights a groundbreaking study by Siamak Yousefi, PhD, from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

The paper, “Identifying Factors Associated With Fast Visual Field Progression in Patients With Ocular Hypertension Based on Unsupervised Machine Learning,” showcases how advanced machine learning techniques reveal critical insights into ocular hypertension and its progression.

Understanding these factors is vital to improving patient care and potentially slowing the onset of glaucoma. Don’t miss this insightful conversation - tinyurl.com/2sawezrr

#WGA #JournalOfTheMonth #GlaucomaResearch #OcularHypertension #MachineLearning #EyeHealth
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Journal of the Month... 📚

This month, the WGA spotlights a groundbreaking study by Siamak Yousefi, PhD, from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center.

The paper, “Identifying Factors Associated With Fast Visual Field Progression in Patients With Ocular Hypertension Based on Unsupervised Machine Learning,” showcases how advanced machine learning techniques reveal critical insights into ocular hypertension and its progression.

Understanding these factors is vital to improving patient care and potentially slowing the onset of glaucoma. Don’t miss this insightful conversation - https://tinyurl.com/2sawezrr

#WGA #JournalOfTheMonth #GlaucomaResearch #OcularHypertension #MachineLearning #EyeHealth
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