World Glaucoma Association President
The World Glaucoma Association is committed in Shaping the Vision to the Future of Glaucoma Care and Clinical practice to support improving the Individual Glaucoma Patient Journey in various Health Care Systems around the World. The Glaucoma Community is engaged to provide the best of care to patients affected from this chronic and potentially vision threatening disease.
The Global Perspective of this mission would include considerations of variation of Care and Health Systems around the World, while accounting for the upcoming changes in clinical practice related to AI, evolving technologies and scientific developments.
Fotis Topouzis, MD PhD
World Glaucoma Association Executive Vice President
The WGA, representing the world’s glaucoma societies, organized the biennial World Glaucoma Congress which brings together thousands of glaucoma specialists and eye care professionals to exchange knowledge, share scientific updates on glaucoma, and engage with our industry partners. We look forward to seeing you at the 12th WGC in Kyoto, Japan, April 20 – 23, 2027!
Kaweh Mansouri, MD MPH
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.”
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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Resources for Professionals
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.
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.
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Final call to submit your WGC-2027 abstract!
Today is your last opportunity to submit your research for consideration to be presented on the global stage at the World Glaucoma Congress 2027.
Your work has the potential to impact a colleague thousands of miles away. By completing your submission before the deadline tonight, you can put your research directly into the hands of the global ophthalmic community, sparking real-world discussion that drives patient outcomes.
🔗 Submit your abstract today and let your work make its mark in Kyoto: worldglaucomacongress.org/abstracts/
#wgc2027 #GlaucomaResearch #ophthalmology #VisionScience
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Mentee Spotlight: Chinsisi Nyirenda
Through the WGA Associate Advisory Board Research Mentorship Program, Dr Chinsisi Nyirenda is leading research into glaucoma risk among first-degree family members of glaucoma patients in Malawi.
By investigating hereditary risk and improving screening strategies, the project aims to support earlier diagnosis and better outcomes within local communities.
“The guidance of my mentors has transformed my approach to research and proposal development.”
We’re proud to support researchers tackling real-world glaucoma challenges through international collaboration and mentorship. Learn more about the initiative: tinyurl.com/f25chnnv
#GlaucomaResearch #AAB #Mentorship #Ophthalmology
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Here's one from the WGA Paper of the Month Archive... 📚
April’s WGA Journal of Glaucoma Paper of the Month features Dr Dewang Angmo (All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi), discussing the randomized controlled trial: “Phacoemulsification Combined With Endoscopic Cyclophotocoagulation Versus Phacoemulsification Alone in Primary Angle Closure Glaucoma.”
The paper explores two surgical approaches for primary angle closure glaucoma, providing important evidence to support treatment planning and patient outcomes.
Take a few minutes to revisit this insightful discussion and discover why it was selected as one of WGA’s featured papers. Watch April’s Paper of the Month now: tinyurl.com/yc6d856f
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Final 72 hours to submit your WGC-2027 abstract!
Presenting at WGC-2027 provides a global platform for your research, gives you access to direct peer feedback, and offers the opportunity to have your accepted work published in the Journal of Glaucoma.
Log in to the submission portal today and finalize your abstract before the deadline closes.
Abstract submission deadline: October 19, 2026 (23:59 CEST)
🔗 Make your submission today: worldglaucomacongress.org/abstracts/
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Remembering Professor Erik Greve ❤️
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Professor Erik Greve, co-founder of the World Glaucoma Association and a visionary leader in glaucoma.
Erik’s leadership, dedication and belief in international collaboration helped shape the WGA and the global glaucoma community we know today. His remarkable legacy will continue to inspire us.
We extend our deepest sympathies to Erik’s family, friends and colleagues.
🔗 Read the full tribute: tinyurl.com/ymczc4bs
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