World Glaucoma Association President
The World Glaucoma Association is committed in Shaping the Vision to the Future of Glaucoma Care and Clinical practice to support improving the Individual Glaucoma Patient Journey in various Health Care Systems around the World. The Glaucoma Community is engaged to provide the best of care to patients affected from this chronic and potentially vision threatening disease.
The Global Perspective of this mission would include considerations of variation of Care and Health Systems around the World, while accounting for the upcoming changes in clinical practice related to AI, evolving technologies and scientific developments.
Fotis Topouzis, MD PhD
World Glaucoma Association Executive Vice President
The WGA, representing the worldβs glaucoma societies, organized the biennial World Glaucoma Congress which brings together thousands of glaucoma specialists and eye care professionals to exchange knowledge, share scientific updates on glaucoma, and engage with our industry partners. We look forward to seeing you at the 12th WGC in Kyoto, Japan, April 20 β 23, 2027!
Kaweh Mansouri, MD MPH
About the World Glaucoma Association
“The World Glaucoma Association (WGA) is an independent, impartial, ethical, global organization for glaucoma science and care. WGAβs core purpose is to eliminate glaucoma-related disability worldwide.
The members and decisionmakers of the WGA are all healthcare professionals. They offer their time and expertise freely, while continuing their daily, high-paced clinical and/or research work.
WGA volunteers are world renowned experts. Their opinions are routinely sought, and their papers are regularly published and referenced.
Overall, the WGA is a source of high quality, evidence-based science that pushes the boundaries of glaucoma medicine.”
The WGAβs role in fighting glaucoma blindness
The WGA acts in the interests of patients by providing glaucoma experts with the support and tools they need to deliver the best possible care. The WGA does this by:
- Disseminating evidence-based, scientific knowledge through the World Glaucoma Congress, 2 scientific journals, newsletters, and the Glaucoma Consensus Initiative.
- Driving glaucoma awareness by organizing the World Glaucoma Week.
- Supporting promising young ophthalmologists from developing countries with the Fellowship Program.
- Providing a wealth of scientific content, easily accessible on the WGA website, used by some 10,000 visitors each month.
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Resources for Professionals
International Glaucoma Review
The uniqueness of International Glaucoma Review is its attempted completeness, its classification, and the Editorβs Selection. It is the only journal that presents a three-monthly critical review of selected glaucoma literature. IGR is distributed free of charge to all members of affiliated Glaucoma Societies four times a year.
Journal of Glaucoma
The Journal of Glaucoma (JOG) is the official journal of the World Glaucoma Association (WGA). It is the worldβs premier scientific journal for glaucoma research, devoted to new fundamental understandings, innovations in diagnosis and technology, and advancements in glaucoma medical and surgical care. Enjoy free access to the Journal of Glaucoma through your WGA#One account and follow the Journal of Glaucoma on Twitter (@JOGJournal) to stay abreast of best practices in glaucoma and the latest developments in the field. Browse through past issues, sign up for ahead of print news, and much more at www.glaucomajournal.com.
WGA on Facebook
The World Glaucoma Association is proud to introduce a new global initiative designed to help define the future of glaucoma care - Shaping the Vision for the Future.
Led by WGA President Fotis Topouzis and co-chaired with Robert N. Weinreb, this initiative brings together leading experts from across the global glaucoma community to consider how care must evolve in response to a changing world.
With the burden of glaucoma increasing alongside rapid advances in artificial intelligence, technology, and clinical science, the initiative will identify priorities that are clinically meaningful, globally relevant, and adaptable across diverse healthcare systems.
The goal? To bring the global community together around a shared vision for the future of glaucoma care. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3755bvam
#wga #glaucoma #GlaucomaCare #Ophthalmology #eyehealth #GlobalCollaboration
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Don't miss the highly anticipated WGC-2027 Opening Ceremony β Nobel Laureate Award Lecture!
We are privileged to feature Prof. Hiroshi Amano, 2014 Nobel Prize laureate, for a rare keynote on the spark behind world-changing breakthroughs. Famous for pioneering blue LED technology, a discovery that fundamentally reshaped modern science and medical instrumentation. Prof. Amano will unpack the mindset of true innovation, the patience required for genuine discovery, and how transformative research moves from the lab to redefine healthcare globally.
Join us for the Opening Ceremony in Kyoto to gain priceless perspective from a true pioneer before diving into four days of cutting-edge vision science.
π Explore the scientific program: worldglaucomacongress.org/program-highlights/
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Photo submission and Film competition entries close next month.
The WGC-2027 Film Festival: Submit a short film under The Cutting Edge (surgical and laser innovations) or Education & Awareness (diagnostics and public health). Top entries screen directly to an international audience in Kyoto to inspire real-world change.
π Submit your entry: worldglaucomacongress.org/film-festival-submissions/
Photo Exhibition ("Me and My Mentor"): Honour the people who shaped your career. Share a current or archival photo with your mentor, along with a brief caption, to be showcased in our on-site gallery.
π Submit your entry: worldglaucomacongress.org/photo-exhibition-submission/
Submission deadline: October 19, 2026 (23:59 CEST).
#WGC2027 #GlaucomaCare #Ophthalmology #WGCFilmFestival
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Explore the Preliminary Program for WGC-2027!
Planning your time in Kyoto begins with a look at the sessions, symposia, and networking opportunities ahead.
An interactive program is now available to view on the Congress website, offering a comprehensive overview of the scientific tracks and educational highlights scheduled for the Congress. Review the timeline to discover key presentations and interactive sessions tailored to advance clinical practice and research.
π View the preliminary program online: worldglaucomacongress.org/program/
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Expert Learning. On Your Schedule. π₯π»
The WGA Surgical Grand Rounds continues to provide valuable learning long after the live events. If youβre looking to strengthen your knowledge of modern glaucoma surgery, the full webinar recordings and Q&A's are now available exclusively to WGA#One account holders.
Expert education, available whenever you need it.
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