51st Trends in Ophthalmology meeting

Join the St Thomas' Faculty and other ophthalmology experts to learn about the latest 'Trends' & 'Updates' in Ophthalmology

Eyehope & St Thomas' Faculty invite you to join us at the 51st 'Trends in Ophthalmology' meeting, for two days of exciting discussions and presentations focusing on ophthalmic 'Trends' & 'Updates'. There will also be great networking opportunities with leading experts in the field, ably supported by our exhibitors.

This in-person event will be held on Thursday 26th and Friday 27th March 2025 at the prestigious Royal Society of Medicine in London.

In response to delegate feedback, we have increased the number of sub-specialties represented, and have also included two new sessions on 'Emergency Ophthalmology' and 'The Eye in Systemic Disease'. There will be two eponymous lectures, the Michael Sanders lecture on the Thursday, and an ophthalmic research prize lecture on the Friday. The event will start with the always stimulating, Medical Eye Unit cases on Thursday morning and end on Friday afternoon with the very popular & challenging ‘Cases of the Year’ to close the meeting with a bang!

There will be a drinks reception on the Thursday evening to which all delegates & exhibitors are cordially invited.

Delegates are encouraged to educate themselves at the exhibitor stands and take part in the daily quiz about the products on display.

This is an HEE approved Ophthalmology course - code OPHT0018

The programme for the 2026 meeting will include the following sessions (click to view details):

Thursday 26th March:

• Medical Eye Unit Cases
• Trends in Medical Retina
• Trends in Paediatric Ophthalmology
• The Eye in Systemic Disease
• Trends in Emergency Ophthalmology
• Michael Sanders Lecture given by Professor Andrew Webster

Thursday Evening Social event

• Drinks reception

F riday 27th March:

• Trends in Surgical Retina
• Trends in Anterior Segment
• Trends in Glaucoma
• Trends in Cataract Surgery
• Ophthalmology research lecture
• GSTT Cases of the Year (six ophthalmic sub-specialties)

A more detailed programme (see link above) and additional information about this event is available on the Eyehope website - www.eyehope.co.uk

Don't miss this opportunity to stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in ophthalmology and connect with fellow professionals. Secure your spot now!

St Thomas' Faculty & Eyehope charity organises Trends and all profits support ophthalmic research, education and training.

Trends is very grateful for the sponsorship we receive from ophthalmic industry which helps make meetings like this possible.

Ticket sales close on 18 March 2026. Please note you must have purchased your ticket prior to the event as we are unable to provide on-site registration

Registration Fees and FAQ

Early bird tickets:

Early bird rates have now ended

Allied professions rates:

Reduced ticket prices are available for allied professionals (nurses, orthoptists, optometrists) foundation doctors & medical students. Please email us a copy of your hospital or university student ID card if you purchase one of these tickets.

Guys and St Thomas' staff members:

Subsidised rates are available so please refer to relevant emails, speak to your manager or one of the event organisers

Refunds:

Automatic refunds are offered via the Eventbrite site until 25 February 2026. Please be aware that Eventbrite does not refund their ticket charge. Refunds from 26 February 2026 onwards will be at the organisers discretion and will include a 20% cancellation fee on top of the Eventbrite charge.