AAO 2026 Retina Subspecialty Day

Retina Subspecialty 2026: Be Bold In the Big Easy: Unmasking the Future of Retina at AAO 2026

Friday, Oct. 9 and Saturday, Oct. 10

Engage with the latest research while learning about new vitreoretinal imaging, surgical instruments and techniques at Retina Subspecialty 2026: Be Bold In the Big Easy: Unmasking the Future of Retina.

Retina Subspecialty Day is brought to you by the American Academy of Ophthalmology in conjunction with the American Society of Retina Specialists, the Macula Society, and the Retina Society.

Program Highlights

Attendees will learn how to:

  • Classify established and innovative approaches to the medical and surgical management of vitreoretinal diseases and disorders
  • Identify imaging tests and artificial intelligence strategies that are most helpful in the diagnosis and management of retinal conditions
  • Describe new vitreoretinal surgical techniques and instrumentation
  • Identify new developments in the understanding of hereditary retinal degenerations, retinal vascular disease, AMD and other macular diseases, pediatric retinal diseases, uveitis, and ocular oncology
  • Identify and summarize current and new clinical trial data for retinal diseases

Who Should Attend?

This program is designed for retinal specialists, members in training, and general ophthalmologists who are engaged in the diagnosis and treatment of vitreoretinal diseases.

Your Subspecialty Day Registration Includes

  • Flexibility to attend sessions across Subspecialty Day meetings taking place the same day in New Orleans
  • Continental breakfast, coffee breaks, and lunch
  • Access to the Subspecialty Day Virtual content from meetings taking place the same day

Make the Most of Your AAO 2026 Experience

Join us for Retina Subspecialty Day on Oct. 9 and Oct. 10 and then stay for the AAO 2026 Annual Meeting, through Oct. 12, to continue your education, connect with colleagues, and explore the latest innovations in ophthalmology.

Registration

Take advantage of advanced registration for the best rates and savings. Register for AAO 2026: aao.org/register.

Learn more about Retina Subspecialty Day at aao.org/annual-meeting/education/retina

View the complete AAO 2026 program and build your schedule in the AAO 2026 Meeting Guide at aao.org/mtg-guide.

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