The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) New Zealand branch annual scientific meeting is gearing up for a great weekend of learning and networking at the Cordis Hotel in Auckland from 17 to 18 May 2024.  

The conference has convened 74 times, which is a testament to its relevance for delegates, speakers and sponsors, said committee chair Dr Yi Wei Goh. “The conference's success is attributed to a well-developed and thoughtful programme following a proven format of three plenary sessions and concurrent sessions for ophthalmologists and nurses.” 

Themed ‘Challenges, controversies and change’, the scientific programme features world-class keynotes and more than 80 local speakers, focusing on cataract, glaucoma, oculoplastics and aesthetics, ergonomics, wellness and burnout. Presentations will range from five to 30 minutes, with longer sessions for keynotes. This year’s keynotes are Professor Uday Devgan (US), Dr Audrey Looi (Singapore), Associate Professor Simon Skalicky (Australia) and Liz Okely (Australia).  

A separate half-day session for practice/business managers is being held on Saturday 18 May.  

Thursday 16 May 

Registrar training day (time to be announced) 

4pm – Information desk opens for name badge collection 

5.30-7.30pm – Welcome function in the sponsors' area with canapés and drinks (entry is included in the registration fee) 

Friday 17 May 

7.15-8am – Finger-food breakfast in the sponsors' area 

8-5.15pm – Full day of sessions 

5.15-5.45pm – RANZCO AGM 

7.15pm – Conference dinner  

Saturday 18 May 

8am-6.05pm – Full day of sessions  

7am – ONZ AGM 

9am – Lunch and practice/business managers session 

Registration fees 

Despite increasing costs, RANZCO NZ has kept its registration fee at the same price as last year, thanks in part to the fantastic support of its sponsors, said organisers.  

Building on last year’s success, a dinner ticket is included for the nurse and orthoptist groups in the registration fee.  

Early bird registration closes Sunday 14 April.  

For more and to register, see https://web.cvent.com/event/90a69dc2-937d-4747-be96-7d01f4c2bc8c/summary 

For all other queries, contact the conference organiser, Karen McLean at karen@cml.net.nz