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Gisbert Lecture Preview: Understanding Diabetic Tractional Retinal Detachment and Generating Evidence to Improve Patient’s Care

Gisbert Richard Lecturer will review existing evidence regarding the development and management of diabetic tractional retinal detachment and research needed to fill knowledge gaps that will enable better patient care.

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Bridging Innovation and Approval: EMA Regulators Outline the Future of Ophthalmic Development

Taking place Thursday, 1 October, from 15:00 to 16:00 CEST in Room 4, this 60-minute symposium, chaired by Hemme Hijma and Elisabeth Wischnitzki, covers basic principles and current clinical and methodological topics in EU medicines regulation as applied directly to ophthalmology. 

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World Retina @ Euretina: Launching a Truly Global Exchange in Vienna

At EURETINA 2026 in Vienna, the international retina community marks a landmark evolution in global scientific exchange with the official launch of the World Retina @ Euretina initiative. Grounded at the World Retina Plaza stage, this new four-day format brings together 35 international organizations and national societies, representing a global community spanning more than 140 countries.

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Your Early-Career Guide to Hidden Gems, Global Perspectives, and Networking at EURETINA 2026

For young ophthalmologists and early-career retina fellows arriving in Vienna, the EURETINA Congress is more than just a place to watch keynotes from the back row—it is your launchpad for career growth, clinical learning, and building a global professional network. Beyond the large symposia, here are the high-yield, interactive features designed to accelerate your development.

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Beyond the Congress: An Insider’s Sightseeing Guide to Vienna

EURETINA 2026 has arrived in Vienna — and while you’re here for the retina research, you’re also in the capital of imperial elegance, historic coffeehouses, and effortless charm Whether you’ve carved out a full free day or just an hour between sessions, there are endless ways to soak up the Viennese atmosphere without falling into the tourist traps 

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Talking EURETINA: Your Year-Round Gateway to Retinal Science, Expert Interviews, and Career Growth

The world of retinal science moves at an unprecedented pace. Groundbreaking clinical trial data, novel surgical instrumentation, and evolving diagnostic paradigms emerge constantly—far beyond the four days of our annual autumn congress. To bridge the gap between major scientific meetings and keep the global ophthalmic community continuously informed, the European Society of Retina Specialists presents Talking EURETINA: the society’s official flagship podcast series. 

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