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WELCOME ADDRESS

The Department of Ophthalmology at the National University Hospital (NUH) holds the proud distinction of being Singapore’s first university-affiliated eye department within a hospital. Founded forty years ago with a bold vision to build world-class eye care for Singapore and the region, it has grown into a leading centre of ophthalmic excellence — grounded in clinical and academic rigour, and driven by compassion and innovation.

Today, our work spans the full spectrum of ophthalmology, supported by dedicated allied health and nursing teams. Together, we manage some of the most complex conditions in eye, vision care—from severe trauma and rare orbital and ocular tumours, to emerging challenges such as myopia, as well as advancing innovations such as the Paul Glaucoma Implant.

This is made possible through strong multidisciplinary collaborations across specialties, and a shared commitment to advancing patient care, education, and research. Over the decades, these efforts have also shaped a vibrant global platform, bringing clinicians, scientists, and educators together through our international scientific meetings.

Hosting the inaugural EUGOGO Teaching Course outside Europe as part of our 40th Anniversary is a testament to NUH’s growing role in global ophthalmology, and to Singapore’s position as a gateway for collaboration across Asia and beyond.

It is in this spirit that we invite you to the NUH International Ophthalmology Scientific Congress 2026, taking place from 22 to 25 October 2026. Guided by the theme “Shaping Tomorrow’s Vision,” the Congress will bring together global leaders across subspecialties to exchange ideas, share breakthroughs and advance care, from bench to bedside, and from local practice to regional impact.

As demand for advanced eye care continues to grow across Asia, the opportunity and responsibility to collaborate has never been greater. We look forward to welcoming you to Singapore as we work together to shape the next chapter of ophthalmology and improve outcomes for patients across the region and beyond.

Adj A/Prof Gangadhara Sundar
Congress Chairperson
NUH International Ophthalmology Scientific Congress 2026

Professional Accreditation
Applications for CME and CPE accreditation have been submitted to the relevant professional bodies. Approved accreditation points will be published once confirmation has been received.

ORGANISING COMMITTEE

Congress Leadership
A/Prof Victor Koh
A/Prof Victor Koh
Congress Patron
Dr Blanche Lim
Dr Blanche Lim
Congress Vice Chairperson
Adj. A/Prof Gangadhara Sundar
Adj. A/Prof Gangadhara Sundar
Congress Chairperson
Scientific Programme Committee
Dr Chris Lim
Dr Chris Lim
Scientific Programme Chair
Adj. A/Prof Gangadhara Sundar
Adj. A/Prof Gangadhara Sundar
Oculoplastics, Oncology, TED and NUH-EUGOGO Teaching Course (Singapore)
Dr Blanche Lim
Dr Blanche Lim
Oculoplastics, Oncology, TED and NUH-EUGOGO Teaching Course (Singapore)
Dr Maryanne Romero
Dr Maryanne Romero
Oculoplastics, Oncology, TED and NUH-EUGOGO Teaching Course (Singapore)
Adj A/Prof Amelia Santosa
Adj A/Prof Amelia Santosa
Rheumatology, NUH-EUGOGO Teaching Course (Singapore)
Dr Kathleen Sek
Dr Kathleen Sek
Endocrinology, NUH-EUGOGO Teaching Course (Singapore)
Dr Yang Peiling
Dr Yang Peiling
Endocrinology, NUH-EUGOGO Teaching Course (Singapore)
Dr James Lee
Dr James Lee
Endocrine Surgery Cadaveric Masterclass
Dr Dayna Yong
Dr Dayna Yong
TED Cadaveric Masterclass Coordinator
Dr George Thomas
Dr George Thomas
Ophthalmic Oncology
Dr Yuen Yew Sen
Dr Yuen Yew Sen
Cataract
Medical and Surgical Retina
Dr Dawn Lim
Dr Dawn Lim
Glaucoma Forum
Immunomodulating Your Way To Therapeutic and Surgical Success In Uveitis
Adj. A/Prof  Manjari Lahiri
Adj. A/Prof Manjari Lahiri
Immunomodulating Your Way To Therapeutic and Surgical Success In Uveitis
Asst Prof Raymond Najjar
Asst Prof Raymond Najjar
SSH Joint Myopia Forum II
Innovations in Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences
Dr Janice Lam
Dr Janice Lam
Paediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus
Dr Sun Chen-Hsin
Dr Sun Chen-Hsin
Paediatric Ophthalmology & Strabismus SSH Joint Myopia Forum II
A/Prof Ray Manotosh
A/Prof Ray Manotosh
Cornea & Ocular Surface
Mr Danial Bin Bohan
Mr Danial Bin Bohan
Innovation in Community Ophthalmology and Low Vision Care
Ms Ho Suk Tan
Ms Ho Suk Tan
Innovation in Community Ophthalmology and Low Vision Care
Dr Katherine Lun
Dr Katherine Lun
Glaucoma Fellows Programme
Dr Marcus Tan
Dr Marcus Tan
Glaucoma Fellows Programme
Dr Nicole Chan
Dr Nicole Chan
AOI Workshop
NM Punithavathi Supramaniam
NM Punithavathi Supramaniam
Ophthalmic Nursing
NC Bing Caixia
NC Bing Caixia
Ophthalmic Nursing
Publicity and Communications Committee
Ms Ivy Law
Ms Ivy Law
Mr Rubin Yong
Mr Rubin Yong
Social Events Committee
Dr Blanche Lim
Dr Blanche Lim
Ms Neo Xiaomin
Ms Neo Xiaomin
Ms Jody Ng
Ms Jody Ng
Ms Lin Zhaoting
Ms Lin Zhaoting