16/06/2026
214 delegates, including 104 postgraduate students and 110 ophthalmologists, came together at GIMSR for Glaucoma: Basics & Beyond, a comprehensive CME and hands on workshop focused on advancing glaucoma care and training.
Organized by the Department of Ophthalmology, GIMSR, in association with the Andhra Pradesh Ophthalmic Society (APOS) and Visakha Ophthalmic Association (VOA), the programme featured expert lectures, interactive discussions, and practical training sessions for participants from medical colleges and DNB institutes across Coastal Andhra Pradesh.
A major highlight of the event was the MIGS (Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery) Dry Lab, conducted for the first time in Andhra Pradesh, providing participants with the opportunity to observe and practice this advanced glaucoma procedure on simulator eyes. Postgraduate students also received hands on training in Lasers, OCT and Fundus Photography, UBM, and B Scan imaging. Expert sessions were delivered by renowned glaucoma specialists, including Dr. V. Prasanna, Glaucoma Consultant, Aravind Eye Hospital, Chennai, along with faculty from GIMSR and other institutions.
The CME was inaugurated by Dr. Gitanjali Batmanabane, Pro Vice Chancellor, Medical Sciences, GIMSR, who emphasized the importance of knowledge sharing and skill development for the next generation of ophthalmologists. The programme reflected GIMSR’s commitment to academic excellence, advanced clinical training, and providing access to state of the art ophthalmic infrastructure for learners and practitioners alike.