Hawaiian Eye: A comprehensive meeting in a setting beyond compare

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The comprehensive Hawaiian Eye and Retina 2024 meetings, billed as the most unique meeting in Ophthalmology, are fast approaching on January 13 to 19, 2024. The meeting will convene at the Grand Wailea Maui, 3850 Wailea Alanui Drive, Wailea, HI.

The organizers promise a new experience that features “world-class educators, practice-enhancing dialogue, opportunities for networking, and a tranquil environment,” with discussions and presentations conducted in the resort’s conference center and near the beach.

In addition to the beautiful setting, there is something for all professionals who are encouraged to attend. Ophthalmologists can have their entire staff participate in the program which includes presentations for comprehensive ophthalmologists, retina specialists, administrators, office managers, nurses, technicians, and allied health professionals.

Registration is available online.

This conference boasts combined sessions for the first 2 days so that attendees can gain insight from all viewpoints. According to the conference website, Saturday’s events cover subspecialty areas and Sunday looks at what’s new this year and how to adapt to the changing practice environment.

For the next 5 days from Monday through Friday, the focus is on individual CME/COE/CNE program content and speakers tailored to each group.

During the conference, more than 100 combined faculty members will share perspectives and pearls and then make time for one-on-one conversations with attendees. All of these opportunities speak to the uniqueness of this experience.

In commenting on the comprehensive program, Richard Lindstrom, MD, said, “Join us in Hawaii for a comprehensive discussion on what’s new in ophthalmology, covering important topics in medical, surgical, and practice management areas. The education is first-rate and the environment is amazing, providing each of us with an experience that is not only constructive professionally but also memorable for ourselves and families."

Schedule at a glance

Attendees have several educational and some fun options from which to choose.

Seminars offer ophthalmologists the chance to meet with faculty and colleagues in small groups. Scheduled speakers will address hot topics and challenging cases and the audience members can then ask questions.

As mentioned, the Combined General Sessions will facilitate interactions among physicians, nurses, and administrators. On Saturday morning, the topics will include 2 oculoplastics symposia: Principles of Functional Eyelid Surgery and Principles of Aesthetic Oculoplastics; a special lecture: ARPA-H: Advancing Bold Biomedical Breakthroughs; and Ptosis: Red Flag, Red Herring or Red Alert in Neuro-Ophthalmology.

The Saturday afternoon program features include a CME Lunch Seminar: Neurotrophic Keratitis: Harnessing Early Detection and Therapeutic Optimization to Restore Corneal Sensitivity – Featuring Curbside Consults; Medical Retina and Uveitis; and an industry workshop: AART Class: Turn Your AART into a Hit with the Galderma Portfolio of Aesthetic Injectable Products.

On Sunday, the combined general sessions will focus on what’s new this year and how to adapt to the changing ophthalmic practice environment. The morning topics include a CME breakfast seminar: Breaking the Drought: Diagnosing and Treating Evaporative Dry Eye Disease; the Changing Ophthalmic Practice; and the Lindstrom Leadership Award & Lecture.

The afternoon offerings on Sunday include an industry expert theater lunch: Real World Impact of Switching to a Fixed Dose Combination of a Rock Inhibitor and a Prostaglandin Analog; and an industry workshop: Volux And Skinvive: the Latest Innovations from Allergan Aesthetics for Jawline and Skin Quality.

Individual General Sessions, which run from January 15 through January 19, are specifically for comprehensive ophthalmologists, retina specialists, administrators/office managers, and nurses/technicians/allied health professionals. The speakers and content are tailored to each group.

OSN's Disruptive Innovations are described as “fun and interactive conversations and perspectives on new technologies and innovations that are changing ophthalmology practice and improving patient care.”

The Exhibit Hall is the place to meet with industry representatives to gather information about new technologies.

Industry Workshops will provide practical training in equipment, technology, and insurance.

Banyan Tree Sessions gives physicians the opportunity to learn in a beautiful setting by taking part in an open dialogue among a small group of peers in a relaxed, outdoor setting and experience education with a view.

The Hawaiian Luau on January 18 provides participants with a journey through the legends and history of Hawaii complete with stories, drumbeats, folk music, hula dancing and fire performers. This event is open to all attendees and their guests; an additional fee is required. This event requires ticket reservations directly from the Grand Wailea.

Retina Program

Retina 2024 will run concurrently with Hawaiian Eye in the same venue. This program is targeted to retina specialists and other health care professionals involved in the management of patients with retinal disease. More specifics are provided in the sidebar.