As part of the 17th Days of the Bosnia and Herzegovina-American Academy of Arts and Sciences (BHAAAS), the Sixth International Ophthalmology Symposium was successfully held, bringing together distinguished experts from Bosnia and Herzegovina, the region, Europe, and the United States at the M\u00f6venpick Hotel in Sarajevo.<\/p>\n
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Under the title “Innovations in Ophthalmology \u2013 A New Era with the School of Ophthalmic Radiology,” the two-day symposium welcomed more than 20 invited speakers, including leading global experts in ophthalmology.<\/p>\n
This year’s keynote lecture was delivered by Dr. Juan Carlos S\u00e1nchez Espa\u00f1a, MD, MSc, PhD, from Spain, on the topic of eyebrow lifting. Dr. Juan Carlos is a young oculoplastic surgery specialist practicing at the Colegio Oficial de M\u00e9dicos de Barcelona.<\/p>\n
Through expert lectures, discussions, and practical sessions, participants had the opportunity to explore current topics in teleradiology, the application of artificial intelligence in ophthalmology, and approaches to managing complex ophthalmic cases. Special attention was dedicated to modern intraocular lens (IOL) calculation and biometry, as well as the Young Ophthalmologists (YO) session, which provided young ophthalmologists with an opportunity to exchange experiences and build professional networks.<\/p>\n
At the conclusion of the symposium, a five-member jury consisting of university professors from UCC Sarajevo, Tuzla, and Zenica, along with experts from London and Zagreb, selected the best paper presented in the Young Ophthalmologists Competition.<\/p>\n
Considering this year’s special focus on innovations in ophthalmology, the jury evaluated, among other criteria, the originality of the research and its contribution to scientific advancement.<\/p>\n
Our platinum sponsor, MES from Zenica, sponsored the first prize with a trip to a surgical wet lab in Prague, covering both accommodation and travel expenses. Awards of this kind are exceptionally valuable for young ophthalmologists, as they provide an opportunity to practice microsurgical procedures on artificial eyes and further develop highly demanding and precise surgical techniques.<\/p>\n
The Academy paid special tribute to the Ophthalmology Section by presenting the Honorary Membership Award to Prof. Richard Allen, MD, FACS, of Baylor College of Medicine, USA, in recognition of his selfless contribution to the development of ophthalmology within BHAAAS and in Bosnia and Herzegovina.<\/p>\n