This year our theme is “Focus and Foresight “ that is to uphold the highest standard in ophthalmic care through knowledge sharing , research, embracing cutting edge technology and community focused initiatives. I am delighted to announce that the Annual Academic Sessions of the College of Ophthalmologists of Sri Lanka will be held on the 19th , 20th and 21st of September 2025 at the City of Dreams, Cinnamon Life, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Additionally, we are honored to host the Asian Angle-Closure Glaucoma Club (AACGC) Meeting for the very first time in Sri Lanka at the same venue on the 19th of September.

Planning for the annual scientific event has already begun and we will ensure a very innovative ,educational and collaborative program with the presence of world leading ophthalmologists along with our own experts. Further it will provide a platform for ophthalmic industry representatives to interact with our clinicians for their product innovation and cutting edge technology.

Above all, I extend my warmest welcome to everyone planning to visit our beautiful island nation for the academic sessions and to all my colleagues for their unwavering support in shaping the academic and social calendar for the year 2025.

Dr. Kusum Ratnayake,
President,
College of Ophthalmologists of Sri Lanka.