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Progressive change is underway at the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists as an historic announcement coincides with International Women’s Day. For the first time in the ASO’s 43-year history, a woman has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO). ASO marks International Women’s Day with historic CEO Appointment - 7th March 2025
Progressive change is underway at the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists as an historic announcement coincides with International Women’s Day. For the first time in the ASO’s 43-year history, a woman has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
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In March 2025, the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) made history with the announcement of its first female Chief Executive Officer (CEO). With her feet now under the desk and sitting at the helm, we spoke with Katrina to learn more about her contributions to the ASO and her aspirations for the future of ophthalmology in Australia. However, one thing is for certain — the mission and objective of the ASO will continue unchanged. CEO Conversations: A new chapter, the same mission - 7th March 2025
In March 2025, the Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) made history with the announcement of its first female Chief Executive Officer (CEO). With her feet now under the desk and sitting at the helm, we spoke with Katrina to learn more about her contributions to the ASO and her aspirations for the future of ophthalmology in Australia. However, one thing is for certain — the mission and objective of the ASO will continue unchanged.
Calls for the Australian Government to establish a private health commission or independent authority are now sitting in the in-tray of Minister for Health, Hon Mark Butler MP. The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) launched an e-petition via the Parliament of Australia website in late 2024, requesting the establishment of a private health commission — or independent private health authority — to restore balance to the divided and failing sector. Call for a Private Health Authority referred to Health Minister - 5th March 2025
Calls for the Australian Government to establish a private health commission or independent authority are now sitting in the in-tray of Minister for Health, Hon Mark Butler MP. The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) launched an e-petition via the Parliament of Australia website in late 2024, requesting the establishment of a private health commission — or independent private health authority — to restore balance to the divided and failing sector.
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The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) has begun the new year with three incoming appointments to its Board of Directors. Victorian ophthalmologists Dr Rahul Chakrabarti and Dr Tricia Drew will join Mr Mark Grey from Tasmania in a move to further strengthen and develop the ASO’s advocacy and efficiency. ASO welcomes new year with incoming Board appointments - 19th February 2025
The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) has begun the new year with three incoming appointments to its Board of Directors. Victorian ophthalmologists Dr Rahul Chakrabarti and Dr Tricia Drew will join Mr Mark Grey from Tasmania in a move to further strengthen and develop the ASO’s advocacy and efficiency.
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The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) is calling on the community for its support to campaign the Federal Government to establish a private health commission.  With community support, the ASO said the petition could be the gift that keeps on giving this Christmas, if signed before 25 December 2024.  Join the call for a Private Health Commission - 3rd December 2024
The Australian Society of Ophthalmologists (ASO) is calling on the community for its support to campaign the Federal Government to establish a private health commission.  With community support, the ASO said the petition could be the gift that keeps on giving this Christmas, if signed before 25 December 2024. 
Website: Sign the e-Petition EN6877
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Last year, the Griffith Base Hospital Ophthalmology team was awarded a Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) Excellence Award for its project ‘Saving Sight is our Vision’ in the ‘Keeping People Healthy’ category. Leading the team with his colleague and fellow ASO member Dr Dominic McCall, Associate Professor Geoffrey Painter shares how the project came to be — and you’ll discover, as we did, this is a larger story about the shared pursuit to advance eye health for all. Ophthalmology Outreach: The pursuit of greater eye health for all - 7th November 2024
Last year, the Griffith Base Hospital Ophthalmology team was awarded a Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) Excellence Award for its project ‘Saving Sight is our Vision’ in the ‘Keeping People Healthy’ category. Leading the team with his colleague and fellow ASO member Dr Dominic McCall, Associate Professor Geoffrey Painter shares how the project came to be — and you’ll discover, as we did, this is a larger story about the shared pursuit to advance eye health for all.
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There’s some change underway on the ASO Board of Directors, as we say farewell to one of our long-standing members. Dr Nisha Sachdev’s lasting legacy - 7th November 2024
There’s some change underway on the ASO Board of Directors, as we say farewell to one of our long-standing members.
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A media response provided to NZ Optics regarding proposed changes to health practitioner regulatory settings. Media Response — NZ Optics - 2nd October 2024
A media response provided to NZ Optics regarding proposed changes to health practitioner regulatory settings.
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Eye surgeons and medical technology innovators took the ‘operating theatre’ to Australian Parliament House (APH), our politicians and healthcare policymakers this National Science Week. Eye Surgery Showcase goes to Australian Parliament House - 15th August 2024
Eye surgeons and medical technology innovators took the ‘operating theatre’ to Australian Parliament House (APH), our politicians and healthcare policymakers this National Science Week.
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A growing collective of eye surgeons with a shared vision to advance the cause of eye health are headed to Vietnam — and you are invited to join them. Be part of the ASO’s first International Eye Care Mission - 25th July 2024
A growing collective of eye surgeons with a shared vision to advance the cause of eye health are headed to Vietnam — and you are invited to join them.
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