Eyelid Surgery is not Cosmetic Surgery
https://www.theophthalmologist.com/issues/2026/articles/march/eyelid-surgery-is-not-cosmetic-surgery/
Dion Paridaens Visiting Professor Hôpital Fondation de Rothschild in Paris
I’m pleased to share that on February 26th, I formally started an invited Professorship at the historic l’Hôpital Fondation de Rothschild in Paris. I received a very warm welcome from the Head of Ophthalmology, Dr. Olivier Galatoire — a well-known colleague in the field — and Dr. Marie Callet, research leader of the department. During …
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Dr Dion Paridaens Invited Lecturer in Vietnam
Honored to join the inaugural VSOPRS meeting in Hanoi, January 9–10, 2026, as a moderator and invited speaker within the APSOPRS–VSOPRS scientific program. I presented on “Management of Upper Eyelid Retraction in Thyroid Orbitopathy,” sharing practical decision pathways and surgical pearls to improve functional and aesthetic outcomes. My sincere thanks to the VSOPRS leadership, organizers, and all colleagues—national and international—whose contributions elevated the meeting. As …
Still inspired after an unforgettable ESOPRS 2025 Meeting in Prague!
From 11–13 September, the 43rd Annual Meeting of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ESOPRS) brought together colleagues from around the world in the magnificent Municipal House. The Art Nouveau venue, dramatic organ music at the opening ceremony, and a world-class scientific program set the stage for three inspiring days. It was a great honour to serve as President during …
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🌟 Reflections on the APSOPRS–ESOPRS Joint Symposium at SOE 2025
📍 Lisbon | 🗓️ Monday, June 9, 2025 We were thrilled to close SOE 2025 on a high note with a well-attended joint symposium between the Asia-Pacific Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (APSOPRS) and the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ESOPRS). The session focused on key updates in Oculofacial Rejuvenation & Blepharoptosis Surgery, with engaging talks and lively discussion throughout. 💡 Program …
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ASOPRS–ESOPRS Joint Symposium at SOE 2025
🔍 Oculoplastics: Pearls, Tricks and Tips 📍 Lisbon, Portugal | 🗓️ Sunday, June 8, 2025 | 🕒 16:30–18:00 We were honored to present a well-attended and highly engaging joint symposium between the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS) and the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ESOPRS) at SOE 2025. Moderated by Ken Morgenstern, MD (Past President, ASOPRS) and Dion Paridaens, MD PhD (President, ESOPRS), the session focused …
Oculoplastic & Orbital Session at Annual Meeting of Dutch Ophthalmology Society (N.O.G.)
📍 Annual Meeting of the Dutch Ophthalmology Society (N.O.G.) – Maastricht, April 2–4, 2025 👁️ Oculoplastic & Orbital Session – Thursday, April 3 It was a pleasure to attend and contribute to the Dutch Orbital Society (DOS) session during the NOG 2025 conference. The afternoon featured a range of insightful lectures by Dutch oculoplastic and orbital surgeons, …
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Reflections on the 42nd ESOPRS Annual Meeting in Rotterdam
Reflections on the 42nd ESOPRS Annual Meeting in Rotterdam By Dan Georgescu, Hon Secretary ESOPRS Dear colleagues and friends, We want to thank everyone who joined us in Rotterdam for the 42nd Annual Meeting of the European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery! With over 800 participants, this year’s event was one of ESOPRS’ largest …
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Feestelijke mijlpaal 3 AIOS van Het Oogziekenhuis Rotterdam
Op 17 januari j.l. vierden 3 AIOS oogheelkunde van Het Oogziekenhuis Rotterdam het heuglijke feit dat zij de opleiding tot oogarts succesvol hebben afgerond. Dr Willem Birkhoff is als jonge klare direct aan de slag gegaan bij de vakgroep kinderoogheelkunde, terwijl Dr Sanne Detiger begonnen is als fellow bij de vakgroep cornea. Dr Axel Pothoff …
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Oogschade door vuurwerk in Het Oogziekenhuis Rotterdam
1 januari 2025 Ook dit jaar is de oogschade door vuurwerk weer enorm. Het aantal slachtoffers dat verwezen wordt naar Het Oogziekenhuis Rotterdam neemt 5 dagen na de Oud & Nieuw viering nog steeds toe. Vaker dan vroeger, toen de vuurwerkkracht minder groot was, kan vuurwerktrauma een dodelijke afloop hebben. Op Nieuwjaarsdag is er in …
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