EURETINA 2025 in Paris to celebrate milestone with record-breaking retina science gathering
The European Society of Retina Specialists (EURETINA) is set to mark a milestone with its 25th Annual Congress in 2025, hosted in Paris, France, at the prestigious Palais des Congrès. The event, scheduled from September 4 to 7, will be preceded by the third annual EURETINA Innovation Spotlight (EIS) on September 3. This congress is already generating considerable excitement within the retina specialist community, reflecting growing engagement and innovations in retinal science.
Prof. Anat Loewenstein, president of EURETINA, extended a warm invitation on the organisation’s website, noting the significance of the silver anniversary and the vibrant cultural backdrop of Paris. She highlighted a notable 25% increase in abstract submissions compared to previous years, signalling heightened scientific interest and participation. EURETINA expects this meeting to draw over 10,000 international delegates, making it the society’s largest gathering to date. The congress will celebrate past achievements while exploring future challenges and opportunities within the rapidly evolving field of retina science.
The scientific programme promises an impressive array of sessions. Core highlights include EURETINA symposia chaired by leading figures in surgical and medical retina. These sessions will cover key topics such as diabetic retinopathy, diabetic macular edema, inherited retinal disorder therapies, artificial intelligence applications, both nonexudative and neovascular age-related macular degeneration (AMD), innovations in drug delivery, ocular infections, advanced imaging technology, and vitreoretinal surgery. A noteworthy joint session titled "anterior meets posterior," co-chaired by Prof. Loewenstein and ESCRS Secretary Burkhard Dick, will foster interdisciplinary dialogue between cataract and refractive surgeons and retina specialists. The full scientific programme includes podium presentations, poster sessions, free papers, instructional courses, and late-breaking clinical trial results, designed to provide a comprehensive educational experience.
The EURETINA Innovation Spotlight, a dynamic event held just before the main congress, fosters collaboration among physicians, regulators, investors, and biotech innovators. This six-hour forum features lectures, panels, and networking opportunities intended to accelerate retinal care advancements. The 2025 edition will introduce a quick-fire session dedicated to emerging biotech companies, underscoring EURETINA’s commitment to driving innovation in the retinal space. Registrations for both the EIS and the main congress are open, with options for in-person and online attendance.
Complementing the scientific activities, there will be four keynote lectures by internationally renowned experts. Ursula Schmidt-Erfurth will open on the first day with a lecture on the impact of artificial intelligence on understanding and managing AMD. Subsequent keynotes by Maria Berrocal, Jean-Francois Korobelnik, and Maria Vittoria Cicinelli will provide insights on clinical wisdom, intraocular foreign body removal, and white dot syndromes, respectively. Additionally, the congress programme includes satellite symposia sponsored by leading industry players such as Abbvie, Alcon, Bayer, Roche, ZEISS Medical Technology, and others, covering a range of topics from retinal vein occlusion to the latest imaging innovations, further enriching the educational offering.
As part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, EURETINA will host a special Delegate Party on September 6 at La Palmeraie, Paris, featuring live DJ music and a lively social atmosphere designed to foster connections among attendees. This event is open for ticket purchase in advance and during congress registration.
Accessibility to the venue is well facilitated through Paris’s extensive public transportation network, including metro, RER, tramway, and bus lines, ensuring ease of attendance for the vast international audience.
Overall, the 2025 EURETINA Congress represents a landmark occasion for retina specialists worldwide. It offers a unique platform for scientific exchange, industry collaboration, and celebratory networking, all set in one of Europe’s most iconic cities. The society’s commitment to advancing retinal science through education, innovation, and community-building is evident throughout the programme, promising a vibrant and impactful event for all participants.