The 59th Annual Meeting of the Pittsburgh Ophthalmology Society (POS), orchestrated under the guidance of Dr. Pamela P. Rath, took place alongside the 44th Annual Meeting for Ophthalmic Personnel on March 8th. Held at the Omni William Penn hotel, the event drew over 85 physicians, 140 ophthalmic personnel, and 34 exhibitors, fostering a conducive environment for learning and collaboration.

The highlight of the event was the 43rd annual Harvey E. Thorpe Lecture, delivered by Dr. Daniel F. Martin, MD, Chair of the Cole Eye Institute at Cleveland Clinic. Accompanied by esteemed guest faculty including Dr. Jane C. Edmond (Austin, TX), Dr. Mark A. Rolain (Sterling Heights, MI), and Dr. Joshua Stein (Ann Arbor, MI), the program featured insightful lectures that captivated attendees. Their expertise and willingness to share insights contributed to the overall success of the event, as echoed by positive feedback from participants.

Dr. Martin's lectures, in particular, resonated with the audience, showcasing his profound knowledge and expertise in the field. Attendees lauded all speakers for their excellence in content delivery and engagement. The named lecture honors Harvey E. Thorpe, MD, an ophthalmologist whose techniques and inventions of medical instruments contributed to the study of the eye series.

Furthermore, the event provided a platform for prominent guest faculty to impart knowledge and expertise:

Jane C. Edmond, MD, Wong Family Distinguished University Chair, Department of Ophthalmology, Dell Medical School, Austin, TX

Mark A. Rolain, MD,Professor of Ophthalmology, Oakland University/William Beaumont School of Medicine, Royal Oak, MI

Joshua D. Stein, MD, MS, Edward T. and Ellen K. Dryer Career Development Professor in Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, Kellogg Eye Center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI.