Welcome to SAoO –
Swiss Academy of Ophthalmology
The Swiss Academy of Ophthalmology (SAoO) is a national foundation dedicated to
dedicated to quality assurance, research, and continuing education in practical ophthalmology.
The foundation acts both in a supportive capacity and primarily as an initiator of projects and new ideas.
and strives to supplement traditional training, teaching, and research activities with new resources and ideas.
The foundation is committed to maintaining high quality standards in ophthalmological practice and works to
integrate all innovative ideas and projects into existing structures.
The educational offerings include the annual Congress of the Swiss Academy of Ophthalmology, which focuses on
especially to ophthalmologists, optometrists, Young Swiss Ophthalmologists, medical students, opticians, orthoptists,
Practice assistants, anesthetists, surgical staff, and individuals from related fields.
The upcoming 11th congress will take place from February 12 to 19, 2027, at the KKL Luzern.
In addition, the SAoO has taken the lead in developing a standardized training program for ophthalmic medical practice assistants (OMPA).
Developed in collaboration with the Swiss Ophthalmological Society (SOG).
News and updates
Impressions from the Anniversary Conference We would like to thank all participants and sponsors who took part in this year’s conference. We look forward to seeing you again at the 11th SAoO Congress February 17–19, 2027 at the KKL Lu ... more
10 Years of SaoO: A Look Back and a Look Ahead The new member newsletter will be ready soon! Look forward to: 10 Years of the Swiss Academy of Ophthalmology – a decade marked by vision, dedication, and continuous development. Founded with the ... more
Status, challenges, and next steps One month after the introduction of TARDOC, there are certainly still many questions and uncertainties surrounding the new tariff system. That is why the SAoO Congress in Lucerne will feature a special session ... more
11th SAoO Congress at the KKL Lucerne
Save the date
February 17 to 19, 2027
Look forward to high-caliber keynote lectures, a diverse and exciting program, and numerous practical hands-on courses.
A special highlight awaits you on Friday afternoon: the popular Cataract Circle will once again be an integral part of the SAoO Congress, with its own parallel program.