About

The Global Ophthalmology Summit is the annual gathering of ophthalmologists, trainees, industry leaders, and global health experts to address the most pressing topics in international eye care. Launched in 2022, the Summit is a collaborative effort of the Global Ophthalmology Consortium and serves as a bridge between diverse stakeholders in global eye health.

 

Mission

To improve eye health and eliminate vision loss through world-class education, research, collaborative partnerships, and public health advocacy.

 

Learning Objectives

In 2027, we convene in Detroit, Michigan to explore “Sustainable Partnerships for Vision: Transforming Global Eye Health Through Education, Clinical Care, and Discovery.”​ By the conclusion of the 2027 Summit, attendees will be able to: 

• Analyze different models of partnership in global eye health, with an emphasis on mutual benefit, reciprocity, and sustainable impact.

• Evaluate educational programming in global eye health, to ensure that they build capacity and foster learning for all partners involved, rather than reinforcing historical patterns of dependence.

• Identify new advances in ophthalmic surgery, technology, and care delivery worldwide, and consider how these innovations may be successfully adapted for various settings.

• Apply principles of equity to international research collaborations and community based participatory research, with regards to funding priorities, study design, ethical considerations, division of labor, data ownership, authorship, and dissemination of findings.

• Understand the overarching landscape of global eye health policy and the role of strategic alliances across multiple sectors.