The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology’s (RANZCO’s) 50th Annual Scientific Congress, and associated parallel conferences for Australasian ophthalmic nurses and practice managers, will take place at the Adelaide Convention Centre from 17-21 November.

The Scientific Congress will feature a range of eminent international and local speakers including Profs Robyn Guymer, Giovanni Staurenghi and Stephanie Watson, A/Prof Angus Turner and Drs Marlene Moster, Ramin Salouti, Russell Van Gelder and Bradley Randleman. Convenor Dr Neil Gehling promises an exceptional programme with thought-provoking presentations, interactive workshops and distinguished keynote addresses.

The practice manager’s conference will focus on different management aspects, including bench marking, social media security and environmental sustainability, and features more than 20 presentations from specialist speakers and leaders within their fields.

The ophthalmic nurses’ Pacific Rim Conference, will be held on Sunday 18 November and includes speakers such as: Elethia Dean, a US-registered nurse with specialist experience in clinical and administrative care in acute and ambulatory settings; and New Zealand’s David Garland, an ophthalmic nurse practitioner with more than 15 years’ experience in ophthalmology.

Visitors will have ample opportunity to savour Adelaide’s renowned local wines and cuisine in the Congress centre precinct as well as in nearby Adelaide Hills, McLaren Vale and Barossa Valley. This year’s social programme also includes the opportunity to visit local treasures such as Adelaide Zoo, venue for the 2018 welcome reception, and the Adelaide Oval, which will host the congress dinner.

RANZCO early bird rates close 12 September 2018. For more and to register, please visit www.ranzco2018.com or www.aonavic.com.au.