YES at ASCRS 2025
Say ‘YES’ to ASCRS!
There are a range of experiences and education that are specifically designed for young eye surgeon (YES) members throughout the ASCRS Annual Meeting. Registration for residents and U.S. fellows is free and heavily discounted for YES members in their first 5 years of practice.
ASCRS has a rich history in welcoming young eye surgeons, being both a place of learning and mentorship, as well as a place for those early in practice to cut their teeth at the podium.
Find out more about the YES offerings at the Annual Meeting:
YES Programming
Saturday, April 26, features a whole day of programming specifically for YES attendees, beginning with networking and a meeting kickoff, followed by the first YES symposium—“Good to Great Surgeon: Working through Complications.” The afternoon includes the annual YES Networking Lunch with ASCRS leadership, followed by a second symposium—“Toolkit for Job Success”— and a residents and fellows papers/posters session.
YES Skills Transfer Labs
YES Skills Transfer Labs take place all day on Friday, April 25, with several opportunities—Phaco Lab, MIGS Lab, DALK Lab, DMEK/DSAEK Lab, Yamane lab, and a new Refractive lab. There will also be practice rooms that are phaco focused for those who are registered for labs (faculty will be on hand).
YES Connect Dinners with Industry
Learn about the benefits of your ASCRS membership, the ins and outs of working with industry, work-life balance, leadership skills, global health, and more at the YES Connect Dinners with Industry at the ASCRS Annual Meeting. These complimentary events featuring a cocktail hour and a seated dinner. More information coming soon.
New for YES
YES Special Events
In addition to educational programming, be sure to attend the:
- YES Breakfast—Saturday, April 26
- YES Networking Luncheon—Saturday, April 26
- New! YES Connect Networking Happy Hour—Saturday, April 26th 4-5 PM
- YES Connect Industry Dinners—Friday, April 25th & Saturday, April 26th 6:30 PM
