Beijing International
Glaucoma Conference in 2004
  
April 8-11, 2004  Beijing, China
  
 
 
 
Theme: Addressing the glaucoma challenges in New Century
 
Website: www.chinamed.com.cn/bigc2004
Organized by: Chinese Ophthalmological Society
World Eye Surgeons
Chinese Medical Association
 
 
 
 
Welcoming Message:Dear colleagues and friends,
It gives me great pleasure to extend a warm welcome to participants from around the world to the Beijing International Glaucoma Conference in 2004, organized by Chinese Ophthalmological Society, World Eye Surgeons and Chinese Medical Association in Beijing, China, April 8-11, 2004.
The Scientific Committee will draw up an intensive and stimulating scientific program and provide participants an exciting forum to exchange the latest experiences and knowledge in Glaucoma on a global scale. The Conference will also be a wonderful opportunity for ophthalmologist from all over the world to make new friends and renew old acquaintances.
It is well known that China is the most populous country with very long history in the world and its culture goes back to thousands of years. Beijing, as the capital of China, has many historical and cultural sightseeing sites, such as the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Summer Palace. 
Meanwhile, many exciting social activities will be lined up for you. You can also take some time to enjoy the shopping and the local cuisine, which reflects many of the regional tastes and beyond. After the Conference, you can take part in our attractive tours or extend your trip to many fantastic spots in other tourist cities in China,.
We wish you all an enjoyable and fruitful Conference in Beijing in 2004.
 
Jialiang Zhao
President
Beijing International Glaucoma Conference in 2004
Committees
Honorary President: Arthur SM Lim, Robert Ritch, Zong Shujie
 
President: Jialiang Zhao
 
Scientific Committee:
Co-Chair: Meiyu Li, Steven Seah
Members:
  
Xiaoming Chen
 
Pei Fu
 
Jian Ge
 
Xiangge He
 
Lina Huang
 
Youqin Jiang
 
Jingzhen Li
 
Lei Liu
 
Daguang Lu
 
Zeqin Ren
 
Xinghua Sun
 
Naixue Sun
 
Jinghuang Wang
 
Ningli Wang
 
Lingling Wu
 
Jie Xu
 
Guohua Yang
 
Xinguang Yang
    
Organizing Committee:
 
Co-Chair: Liang Xu, Ronald Yeon
 
Secretary General: Ningli Wang
 
Deputy Secretary General: Youxin Chen
 
General InformationDate: April 8-11, 2004
Venue: Crown Plaza Park View Wuzhou Beijing
Language: English & Chinese
Important Dates:
Abstracts Submission Deadline: January 30, 2004
Pre Registration Deadline: March 15, 2004
Visa Invitation: An official letter for visa application will be sent upon request.
Certificate of Attendance: A Certificate of Attendance will be provided for all registered delegates.
Liability: The BIGC2004 and the organizer will not assume any responsibility for accidents, losses, damages, cancellations or delays for any cause beyond its reasonable control.
Accommodations: There are hotels in Beijing ranging from deluxe to economy. Special room rates for this Conference has been negotiated and reserved exclusively for those participants reserved though the Secretariat.
Exhibition: A large Exhibition will be held concurrently at the Conference venue. Interested enterprises are welcome to display their products and technologies.
Tours: Pre- and post-conference tours will be arranged to offer delegates a unique chance to enjoy the oriental scenery, culture, and ancient civilization in China.
Contact:
BIGC2004 Secretariat
International Dept., Chinese Medical Association
42 Dongsi Xidajie, Beijing 100710, China
Tel: +86 (10) 65123754 ext. 2456
Fax: +86 (10) 65123754 or 65244086
Email: lilyhuang@cma.org.cn
Website: www.chinamed.com.cn/bigc2004
 
Scientific Program & Call for Abstracts
Scientific ProgramThe overall Program will consist of plenary Lectures, Symposia, Free Paper Sessions and poster Discussions.
 
Provisional Program Outline
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 April 8
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 April 9
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 April 10
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 April 11
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 Morning
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 Registration
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 Opening Ceremony
 
Plenary Lecture
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 Plenary Lecture
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 Concurrent session
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 Concurrent session
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 Afternoon
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 Concurrent session
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 Concurrent session
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 Concurrent session
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 Concurrent session
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 Free Paper Session
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 Free Paper Session
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 Night
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 Welcome Reception
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 Satellite Symposium
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 Satellite Symposium
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Call for Abstracts Please see details on the Abstract submission Form.
Abstract Submission Deadline: January 30, 2004
All accepted abstracts will be published in the Abstract Book of the BIGC 2004 Conference. 
 
Topics(1) Glaucoma epidemiology in Asia as well as the world.
(2) The concepts and classification of glaucomas.
(3) The significance and technique for glaucoma screening. 
(4) Early diagnosis of glaucomas. 
(5) Diagnosis and management of acute primary angle closure glaucoma.
(6) New concepts of medical treatment for glaucoma.
(7) Advances of laser treatment for glaucoma. 
(8) Advances of filtering surgery for glaucoma.
(9) The concept and practice of the protection of optic nerve. 
(10) The impact of glaucoma and the management for glaucoma
 
DisclaimerWhilst every attempt would be made to ensure that all aspect of the Conference mentioned in the announcement will take place as scheduled, the Organizing Committee reserves the right to make any changes should the need arises.
 
Registration InformationRegistration Fee (In US Dollars)
 
Pre-registration Deadline: March 15, 2004 
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 Before March 15, 2004
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 Delegate
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 USD 250
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 USD 300
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 Accompanying Person
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 USD 100
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 USD 150
  |   * Pre-Registration ends on March 15, 2004. Please register on-site after that date.
 
How to RegisterKindly complete and send the attached Reply Form or send an email to indicate your interest with your contact information. We will keep you posted of the final announcement together with the registration form. The updated information will also be available on the website: www.chinamed.com.cn/bigc2004.
 
 
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BIGC2004 Secretariat
International Dept., Chinese Medical Association
42 Dongsi Xidajie, Beijing 100710, China
Tel: +86 (10) 65123754 ext. 2456
Fax: +86 (10) 65123754 or 65244086
Email: lilyhuang@cma.org.cn
Website: www.chinamed.com.cn/bigc2004
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