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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The WGC-2027 Presidential Symposium is a flagship session at the World Glaucoma Congress, bringing together the world's most influential vision pioneers for a candid, high-level look at the forces driving our discipline forward. Rather than standard research updates, these internationally recognized leaders will dissect the critical shifts happening right now across clinical education, patient care, and translational research.
If you want a clear line of sight into where global glaucoma management is headed next, this is the session you cannot afford to miss in Kyoto.
🔗 Explore the scientific program: worldglaucomacongress.org/program-highlights/
#WGC2027 #EyeCare #VisionScience #WorldGlaucomaCongress
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In case you missed it, May’s WGA Journal of Glaucoma Paper of the Month is well worth catching up on... 📚
This episode features Dr Golnoush Mahmoudinezhad from the Hamilton Glaucoma Center, Shiley Eye Institute, discussing the paper -“Macula Spatial Patterns and Their Association With Central Visual Field Progression in Glaucoma Using Artificial Intelligence.”
The study explores how artificial intelligence can help identify macular spatial patterns associated with glaucoma progression, offering valuable insights into the future of disease monitoring and clinical decision-making.
Each month, the Journal of Glaucoma Paper of the Month series shines a spotlight on important new research, helping clinicians stay informed about the latest developments in glaucoma diagnosis, management, and patient care. Catch up now: tinyurl.com/yc6d856f
#WGA #GlaucomaResearch #JournalOfGlaucoma #Ophthalmology
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There's just 3 weeks to go until the 8th WGA Surgical Grand Rounds! ⏰
Join us on Thursday, November 12 for the next WGA Surgical Grand Rounds, bringing together glaucoma experts for case-based discussion, surgical insights and interactive Q&A.
We’re pleased to introduce our speakers and moderators:
🔹 Glaucoma Following Corneal Transplant Surgery
Presenter: Ramesh Ayyala, MD (United States)
Moderator: Tanuj Dada, MD (India)
Panelists: Karl Mercieca, MD (Germany), Keith Barton, MD (United Kingdom)
🔹 Glaucoma Following Sturge Weber Syndrome
Presenter: Sushmita Kaushik, MD (India)
Moderator: Pradeep Ramulu, MD (United States)
Panelists: Peter Chang, MD (United States), Sharon Freedman, MD (United States)
With just 3 weeks to go, secure your place and join the discussion.
🔗 Register for the webinar: tinyurl.com/mz5ubu3h
#WGA #SGR #Glaucoma #GlaucomaSurgery #Ophthalmology
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We are thrilled to announce a record-breaking 1,422 abstracts submitted for WGC-2027! 🎉
Thank you to every researcher, clinician, and innovator from around the world who shared their work with us. This extraordinary response reflects the strength and growth of the global glaucoma community, and it sets the stage for an outstanding scientific program in Kyoto.
Our scientific committee will now begin the evaluation process. Stay tuned for program updates.
👉 Join us at the World Glaucoma Congress 2027 in Kyoto, Japan. Register today: worldglaucomacongress.org/registration/
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Start planning your trip to Kyoto for WGC-2027.
Securing your accommodation early gives you access to the best options near the venue, ensuring a smooth and comfortable stay in Kyoto. Early preparation also allows ample time to review entry requirements, process visa applications, and organize flight itineraries with our official airline partners without last-minute stress, leaving you free to focus entirely on the exceptional science and networking awaiting you in April.
🔗 Take a moment today to explore the Congress website for accommodation, visa and travel information: worldglaucomacongress.org/
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