2026 Boston University Ophthalmology Update and Haimovici Symposium
The 2026 Boston University Ophthalmology Update and Haimovici Symposium is designed for practicing ophthalmologists and optometrists involved in the diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases. In this program, national and departmental experts will provide updates in the fields of vitreoretinal, cornea, and oculoplastic clinical care that are relatively new, including basic science.
It also includes the Haimovici Lecture. Named in honor of Robert Haimovici, MD, beloved retina specialist who served as the Director of the Retina Service at Boston Medical Center and BUSM from 1994 until his death in 2002, this lecture honors his dedication and professionalism and his deep commitment to education.
2026 Haimovici Speaker
What past attendees are saying about the meeting;
- This meeting was excellent! It was informative and I learned a great deal of pearls. I'm looking forward to next year!
- Very nicely organized event.
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Target Audience
This program is for the healthcare team involved in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disease including ophthalmologists, optometrists and ophthalmic technicians.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Describe the updates in vitrreretinal clinical care.
- Discuss the updates in corneal clinical care.
- Convey the updates in oculoplastics clinical care
Course summary
- 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this Live activity for a maximum of 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 5.75 Participation
Coming soon

The Metcalf Trustee Center offers elegance with a view. Located on the ninth floor of One Silber Way, it features a classically appointed ballroom with crystal chandeliers.
The Metcalf Trustee Center is located on the Boston University campus at 1 Silber Way on the 9th floor. Guests can easily get here via Storrow Drive, I-90, and public transportation.
2026 Haimovici Speaker
Speakers
Planning Committee
Stephen P. Christiansen, MD
Professor and Chair
Department of Ophthalmology
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine/Boston Medical Center
Manishi Desai, MD
CME Course Director
Assistant Professor
Director of Glaucoma Fellowship
Director of International Education
Department of Ophthalmology
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine/Boston Medical Center
Jennifer Lambert, CO
Orthoptist / Instructor in Medicine
Department of Ophthalmology
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Jenna Titelbaum, OD
Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine
Adjunct Clinical Professor, New England College of Optometry
Student Director, Boston University Eye Associates
CCE Program Manager
Naomi Moeller
Credit Types: AMA, COPE, JCAHPO, Participation
In support of improving patient care, Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
COPE credit TBD
Other Learners: All other learners may claim a certificate of participation. Consult your professional licensing board regarding the applicability and acceptance of certificates of participation for programs certified for credit by organizations accredited by Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Education.
Available Credit
- 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine designates this Live activity for a maximum of 5.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 5.75 Participation
Price
Registration Fees
| MD/DO | $125 |
| BUSM/BMC Staff One Day | $0 |
| Allied Healthcare One Day | $75 |
BU/BMC Alumni are 20% off. Please use coupon code ALUMNI20 at checkout
To pay by check, please create an account and email us at [email protected] or call 617-358-5005 and we will assist you.
Cancellation Policy
Substitutions may be made at any time without an additional charge. Refunds, less an $25 administrative fee, will be issued for all cancellations received two weeks prior to the start of the meeting. Should cancellation occur within the two-week window, a credit will be issued, not a refund. Credits will be honored for up to two years. “No shows” are subject to the full course fee. Cancellations/substitution(s) must be made in writing. Refunds or credits will not be issued once the conference has started. This course is subject to change or cancellation.
If you need to cancel your registration, please click here.
Special Services / Dietary Needs
Boston University strives to be accessible, inclusive and diverse in our facilities, programming and academic offerings. Your experience in this event is important to us. If you have a disability, require communication access services for the deaf or hard of hearing, or believe that you require a reasonable accommodation for another reason please contact the BU-CCE Office at least 3 weeks prior to event to discuss your needs. For in person meetings with meals, we will work to accommodate dietary requests (including, but not limited to: kosher, vegetarian, low cholesterol, and low sodium) received in writing at least three weeks prior to the start of the conference. Please contact us at [email protected]
Sharing You Information Through Participant Lists:
If you checked "Yes" to sharing your information on the participant list, we only share name, degree, organization, city and state. Checking "Yes" indicates we may share your name with exhibitors from commercial entities (ineligible companies) including pharmaceutical and medical device companies.
Please Note
The conference organizers may take pictures or record videos during the conference. In registering for the conference, you acknowledge that BU-CCE may photograph you during the meeting, and you agree that we may include images of yourself, intact or in part, for conference promotional activities or other related endeavors. This material may also appear on the conference's website or associated social media outlets. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the BUSM representative onsite know
Our COVID-19 Safety Precautions are as follows:
We are committed to creating a safe conference environment. Mask-wearing is not required, but remains optional, for events. We also strongly encourage all attendees to be vaccinated with boosters, as eligible. Any participant with symptoms that could be related to COVID-19 should not engage in group activities and seek medical advice.
We will continue to follow local, state, and Federal event and meeting protocols to ensure the health and safety of all attendees, staff, and the local community and will update all attendees on these protocols as we get closer to the meeting date.
Unauthorized Registration Sites
Registration for courses managed by BU-CME can only be completed through our website at https://cme.bu.edu. Course registrations made through other sites cannot be honored. BUSM-CME is not able to refund fees paid through unaffiliated registration sites, such as eMedEvents.com
Please report any unauthorized websites or solicitations for registrations to [email protected].
Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine seeks to ensure equitable treatment of every person and to make every attempt to resolve grievances in a fair manner. Please submit a written grievance to: Claire Grimble, [email protected], 617-358-5005. Grievances would receive, to the best of our ability, corrective action in order to prevent further problems.

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