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Community Ophthalmology

Missions, Models, and Multisectoral Engagement

Invited
Date: October 02, 2026
Time: 01:45 PM - 03:15 PM
Venue: Function Room 2
Session Code: SY
Session Type: Symposium
This session focuses on building sustainable, localized eye care systems through cross-sector collaboration and public health initiatives. Expert speakers highlight the vital roles of local government units (LGUs) and non-governmental organizations (NGOs), practical frameworks for establishing community clinics, and community-wide screening expansions like Project Mulat Mata.
Topics
1. Eyes Wide Open: The Role of LGUs in Sustainable Eye Care
Time: 01:45 PM - 02:00 PM | Duration: 15 mins
2. Building Local Vision: Strengthening the Eye Health System from the Ground Up
Time: 02:00 PM - 02:15 PM | Duration: 15 mins
3. Strengthening Eye Care Systems: The Role of NGOs in Capacity Building
Time: 02:15 PM - 02:30 PM | Duration: 15 mins
4. Establishing a Community Ophthalmology Clinic: From Vision to Reality
Time: 02:30 PM - 02:45 PM | Duration: 15 mins
5. Project Mulat Mata: Expanding DM Screening to the Community
Time: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM | Duration: 15 mins
6. Open Forum
Time: 03:00 PM - 03:15 PM | Duration: 15 mins