Vienna 2026

Kreissig Award lecturer reviews the evidence base and scientific rationale for use of vitreous cavity tamponades in the repair of rhegmatogenous retinal detachment and looks ahead to the possibility of a tamponade-free future.

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.

Discover how the latest digital visualisation technologies are transforming vitreoretinal surgery, from innovation into everyday clinical practice.

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. 

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.

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.