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July 2017 | 4th Issue
Social Program Details Now Available
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In this Issue
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Abstract Submission Deadline Fast Approaching
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Act now! The deadline to submit abstracts
for the 11th Asia-Pacific
Vitreo-retina Society (APVRS) Congress in
Kuala Lumpur is fast approaching on
Monday, July 17, 2017. Free paper,
poster, e-poster and video submissions are
welcomed.
Don’t forget! Submitted abstracts for APVRS
2017 will compete for this year’s new
abstract awards, sponsored by Novartis and
the Malaysian Society of Ophthalmology, as
outlined below.
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Free Papers
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5 free paper prizes of MYR 750 (USD
171) each to be awarded at each free
paper session
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Posters
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1st prize: MYR 750 (USD
171)
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2nd prize: MYR 500 (USD
114)
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3rd prize: MYR 250 (USD
57)
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Videos
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1st prize: MYR 750 (USD
171)
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2nd prize: MYR 500 (USD
114)
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3rd prize: MYR 250 (USD
57)
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For more information, please visit
http://2017.apvrs.org/submission-guidelines/.
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Scientific Program
Highlights
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Retinal detachment is one of
the most challenging
conditions facing retinal
specialists. This master
class aimed at fellows and
trainees will be conducted
by world-renowned experts,
who will cover the
management of various types
of retinal detachment cases
in a practical and
informative manner. There
will be ample time for
questions and discussion.
Don’t miss this exciting new
element of the Scientific
Program at APVRS 2017!
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Innovative, Interactive Social
Program
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Details of the
social program at
APVRS 2017 have been
announced!
The Congress
Party at APVRS
2017 will allow
delegates to
experience all the
highlights of
Malaysian culture
and cuisine in one
beautiful location.
The Grand Ballroom
of the Kuala Lumpur
Convention Center,
with majestic views
of the Petronas Twin
Towers, will be
transformed into a
spectacle of hawker
style food stands
offering tasty
treats and
interactive
handicraft stations
showcasing
traditions of
Malaysia.
Attendees can feast
on Malaysian
delicacies such as
roti canai and
Hainanese chicken
rice, or try their
hand at pewter
smithing, basket
weaving, batik
(fabric) painting
and more. Additional
entertainment will
be provided by
Malaysia’s National
Dance Troupe, who
will perform music
and dance
representing various
ethnic groups in
Malaysia.
The Congress Party
at APVRS 2017 is
scheduled for
Saturday, December
9, 2017 from 7:30 –
9:30 pm. Tickets are
now available for
purchase via the
online Congress
system. Act now: Buy
Congress Party
tickets in
conjunction with
APVRS registration
fees and save US$25
per ticket!
Additionally, the
social program at
APVRS 2017 will
feature the Opening
Ceremony,
Presidential Dinner
and Handover
Ceremony. For more
information, please
visit
http://2017.apvrs.org/social-program/.
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Magnificent
Melaka
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Melaka is a historical seaside town located about 2 hours’ drive from Kuala Lumpur. In the 15th century, Melaka was a major trading hub linking Asia and Europe, and it has been strongly influenced by the culture and architecture of India, China, Portugal, the Netherlands and Britain.
As one of Malaysia’s UNESCO World Heritage sites, Melaka is a popular international tourist destination with a range of historical attractions, scenic pedestrian walkways and a myriad of food offerings. It is well worth making the trip from KL to visit this unique town.
For more information about Melaka, please visit: http://www.gomelaka.my/.
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Hosts:
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APVRS
Secretariat
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Phone:
(852)
3943-5821
Fax:
(852)
2715-9490
Email:
secretariat@apvrs.org
Website:
http://2017.apvrs.org/
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