Pan-American News
The Power of the Pan-American NetworkTribute to Teresa J. Bradshaw
“Your dedication and commitment are extraordinary. Thank you for all of your wonderful work for the PAAO – we are indeed fortunate to have you!”
Dr. Neeru Gupta
Tribute to Marilyn Miller MD
“In honor of your exemplary leadership and contributions improving education and research in international Pediatric Ophthalmology. Leaving a legacy to be followed by the next generations of ophthalmologists.”
Drs. Liana & Marcelo Ventura and family
January 2018
Tribute to Alvaro Rodriguez MD
"Expressing our great respect for his contributions to our lives."
Dr. Eduardo and Mrs. Molly Alfonso
Tribute to Rubens Belfort Jr. MD PhD
"In admiration for all that you do for education in Latin America"
Mr. David & Mrs. Molly Pyott
Tribute to José Berrocal MD
"In recognition of his visionary and innovative international leadership in ophthalmology. His dedication to continuing education and pursuit of excellence in clinical care for his patients was exemplar and have made him a role model to us."
Drs. Liana & Marcelo Ventura and family
PAAO to be honored with Distinguished Service Award at AAO 2017
Every year the American Academy of Ophthalmology recognizes organizations and individuals who have made significant contributions to ophthalmology. The Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology is proud to announce that it will be presented the Distinguished...
Plan Now to Attend PAAO Cancun 2019
The XXXIV Pan American Congress of Ophthalmology will be held at the Cancun Convention Center, Mexico, from May 25 to 29, 2019. This will be the sixth time that our country is hosting the most important academic event in the Americas: in 1952 the Fourth Congress...
Emergency Relief
The Americas region has recently suffered several natural disasters including hurricanes Harvey, Irma, Katia, and very recently Jose and Maria that devastated several areas of Texas, and the Caribbean including Puerto Rico. In addition, two recent earthquakes have...
31st Best of the Academy in Spanish
You are all welcome to the 31º Lo Mejor de la Academia en Español 2017 (31st The Best of the Academy in Spanish 2017). The American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) meeting will conclude on Tuesday, with Lo Mejor de la Academia being held on Wednesday, Nov. 15 from 8...
What you need to know about the XXV Pan-American Regional Course: Cartagena 2018
The Pan-American Association of Ophthalmology is partnering with the Colombian Society of Ophthalmology to offer the XXV Pan-American Regional Course. This regional course provides the opportunity of featuring the top international speakers to cover the latest...