Dear Ophthalmologists and Optometrists,
We are pleased to extend a warm invitation to you to attend the „Myopia Day” conference, taking place in Chisinau, Moldova, on October 12-13, 2023. This conference represents a significant event dedicated to eye health and myopia, providing you with the opportunity to enhance your knowledge and connect with fellow professionals in the field.
Conference Details:
Event Name: Myopia Day
Date: October 12-13, 2023
Location: University Socio-Cultural Complex
25 Nicolae Testemițanu Street, Chişinău, Republica Moldova
Myopia day conference aims to bring together ophthalmologists and optometrists to discuss the latest trends in myopia diagnosis and treatment, as well as explore effective prevention and management strategies.
You will join a selected group of experts who will share their knowledge and experiences in an interactive and engaging environment. You will have the opportunity to learn from top-notch specialists and enhance your professional skills.
The conference program will include:
- presentations;
- discussion sessions on various relevant topics;
- hands-on workshops;
- exhibitions showcasing the latest technologies and tools in the field of ophthalmology.
SPECIAL GUESTS:
DR. MARINO FORMENTI
Dr. Formenti graduated from University of Montreal, School of Optometry. He helds a private practice in Venice and also served the U.S. Air Force, as a civilian optometrist in Italy, for more than a decade. He is actually practicing the profession of Optometry both in Canada and in Italy. Since the beginning, Myopia Control has been a milestone of his practice. He is a fellow of the IAO. Marino is contract professor of Optometry at the University of Padova, Dept. of Physics, School of Science. He has been President of the Italian Academy of Orthokeratology – AIOK for three terms and is actually the President of the European Academy of Orthokeratology – EurOK and President of the International Academy of Orthokeratology. He is lecturing worldwide on myopia control topics.
Antonio Calossi
Dip Optom, FBCLA, FIACLE
Graduated in Optics at Istituto Superiore di Optometria “Vasco Ronchi”, Vinci (FI) in 1980 and specialized in Optometry in 1983 at the IRSOO School of Optics and Optometry (Vinci, Italy).
Until ’97 he was a member of the Dr. Franco Verzella staff. From 1988 to 1994 he was a lecturer at the IRSOO School of Optometry (Vinci, Italy). Currently he is a didactic consultant for schools, scientific associations and CET providers. The main areas of didactic interest are contact lenses, anterior eye, and visual optics. In 2007 he was elected professor of Contact Lenses at University of Turin (Italy). In 2011 he was elected professor of Contact Lenses at University of Florence (Italy). He has also a specialty contact lenses and optometry practice in Certaldo (Florence, Italy) and, as an independent consultant, he is involved in R&D programs in the fields of ocular diagnosis, corneal topography, aberrometry, refractive surgery, contact lenses and orthokeratology. He holds a patent on orthokeratology lens, the copyright of a corneal ablation algorithm, and an IOL power calculation formula. He is a fellow of the British Contact Lens Association (BCLA), International Association of Contact Lens Educators (IACLE), Accademia Italiana Lenti a Contatto (AILAC), and Accademia Italiana di Ortocheratologia (AIOK). Member of Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO), European Society of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS), International Society of Refractive Surgeons (ISRS), Optical Society of America (OSA), and Contact Lens Association of Ophthalmologists (CLAO); He is a founder member of the Società Optometrica Italiana (SOptI), Accademia Italiana Lenti a Contatto (AILAC), European Academy of Optometry and Optics (EAOO), and European Academy of Orthokeratology (EurOK); Speaker of the American Board of Opticianry and National Contact Lens Examiners (USA).
He contributes as a reviewer to several journals. He was a lecturer in several optometric and ophthalmologic meetings, published several scientific papers in peer review journals, has written a book on physiology of vision, a monograph on optical quality of the corneal, and 18 book chapters in 14 ophthalmology books.
Jaume Paune
DOO, M.Sc.
Degree in Optics and Optometry and Master in Optometry and Vision Sciences by the Barcelona Tech (UPC). Currently conducting his Phd on a myopia control with peripheral gradient lenses. Awarded by the Spaniard National Council of Optics and Optometry by his work about “Myopia Control with Contact Lenses” in 1992 and for “A New Contact Lens Design for Hyperopia Overnight Orthokeratology” in 2010. Is Fellow of the International Orthokeratology Academy and behalf a Orthokeratology lens Patent and a other two patents on contact lens designs. Works on a clinical practice at the Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona, Spain.
Juan Bolivar
Optic and Optometrist Diplomate (OOD) (University of Granada, 1997. Spain) and Expert in Advanced Clinic Optometry (European University of Madrid, 2005).
European IAOMC Fellowship Co-Chairman since 201g.
Fellow of European Academy of Ortokeratology and Myopia Control (Budapest 2015)
External professor of advanced contactology in the Master of Optics and Optometry at the University of Granada, since 2016.
He is common in national and international conferences.
He has 25 years of experience and for 20 years he has been running his own office in the south of Spain (Alcala la Real). His areas of specialization are advanced contactology (especially Ortho-k) as well as
early detection and optometric management of retinal disorders.
Pierre Brémont
Pierre Brémont, an accomplished Optometrist with a passion for visionary care. He earned his Optometry degree from the distinguished University of Paris XI in 2012. With a career spanning over a decade, Pierre’s expertise has been instrumental in the advancement of orthokeratology in Europe.
Since 2010, Pierre has been deeply immersed in the field of orthokeratology, contributing significantly to the growth and refinement of these innovative lenses within the European market. His dedication to his work is highlighted by his personal experience, as he has been an Ortho-K lens wearer for an impressive 7 years.
Beyond his clinical work, Pierre’s influence extends to education. He’s an esteemed lecturer and seminar facilitator, sharing his profound knowledge of Orthokeratology with fellow professionals and aspiring optometrists. Since 2016, he has also played a pivotal role in the realm of research and development at SwissLens, further cementing his legacy as an innovator in the field.
Pierre Brémont is a board member of EurOK association and a distinguished member of the French Association of Optometry (AOF), a testament to his commitment to advancing the field and collaborating with like-minded experts.
In summary, Pierre Brémont is an Optometrist who blends extensive experience, personal dedication, and a commitment to education to make significant contributions to the world of Optometry, orthokeratology, and cutting-edge research and development in the optical industry.
Olga Ryabenko
Vice-President and Member of the Board of Directors of the European Academy of Orthokeratology, Italy (EurOk).
Accredited expert of the International Academy of Orthokeratology, USA (Fellow IAO). Member of the International Society for Scleral Lenses, USA. The founder of the «School of Topography» – an educational project for ophthalmologists aimed at improving the level of knowledge in the field of corneal topography.
Daniela Goicea
Specialist in ophthalmology (1999)
Coordinator of the Southeast European Section of the European Academy of Orthokeratology and Myopia Control – EurOK (2017).
Specialization in myopia management and treating keratoconus. Certified prescriber of orthokeratological contact lenses Paragon CRT, Menicon.
Precilens, Procornea and RGP Designer
Owner of ophthalmology and myopia control clinic – Focus Optic.
Bucharest – with over 10,000 satisfied patients.
Organizer of ‘Myopia Day’ national medical congresses in Romania (2018, 2019, 2022), with participation of over 150 medical specialists.
Experience in prescribing contact lenses for adults and children – over 1000 children successfully fitted with orthokeratological and soft multifocal lenses.
Trainer in prescribing contact lenses and speaker in specialized congresses and meetings – more than 30 courses held and 60 presentations, including the presentation of own results in Vision China Beijing 2018 – “Multifocal soft contact lenses for myopia control in my practice – clinical”.
We encourage you to join this important event, which will provide unique networking and collaboration opportunities within the ophthalmic and optometric community.
More details regarding the program, keynote speakers, and registration will be shared soon.
We are looking forward to welcome you to the „Myopia Day” conference and have you there to contribute to the development and advancement of the ophthalmic and optometric field.
With best regards,
The Myopia Day Conference Team