Mesopotamia Ophthalmology Conference for Advanced Techniques
MOCAT is a continuation of the highly successful annual Ibn Al-Haitham Scientific
Conference
which is currently the main ophthalmic platform for sharing information in this vital
medical branch in Iraq
Research and lectures submission is closed
Online registration is open until 28 Feb 2022
The official language of the conference is English
It is with great pleasure and honour that we invite you to
attend our first Mesopotamian Ophthalmic Conference
for Advance Techniques (MOCAT) which will take
place on 3rd and 4th of March 2022.
This conference will be held jointly by Ibn Al-Haitham
Teaching Eye Hospital as its 5th annual scientific
conference and the Iraqi Society of Cataract and
Refractive Surgeons as its 2nd conference.
MOCAT will draw on board wide vraity of Iraqi
and international speakers as well as suppliers of
ophthalmic medicines and equipment.
Looking forward to seeing you in the conference.
Doctor
Doctor
KHUDHAIR ALTAI
OSAMAH ALHASANI
Co-Chairman
Co-Chairman
Ibn Al Haitham hospital
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About
MOCAT is a continuation of the highly successful annual Ibn Al-Haitham Scientific Conference
which is currently the main ophthalmic platform for sharing information in this vital
medical branch in Iraq. Proudly joined by Iraqi Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
(ISCRS) in the last year, the conference had proved itself as an exciting educational,
scientific and social activity.
This year we decided to take it to the next level where MOCAT (Mesopotamia Ophthalmology
Conference for Advanced Techniques) was born to bring all ophthalmologists under one roof.
The aim is to hold together a conglomeration of workshops, symposia and presentations to
share advanced knowledge in cataract and refractive specialities in addition to general
ophthalmic knowledge in other specialities.
This conference will be hosted jointly by Ibn Al-Haitham Teaching Eye Hospital and Iraqi
Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. We will be delighted to invite all
ophthalmologists to attend the conference on 3rd and 4th of March 2022 to enjoy the various
activities. Hoping to see you there soon!
Address
Bobylon Hotel
Suite 1
Baghdad, Iraq
P: +964 (770) 123-4567
Why Attend?
During the past conferences, the quality of the speakers and the inviting atmosphere were
striking to attendees. People learned a lot during these events and the request was always
for more of these events. Despite the hurdles encountered, the high quality of the
presentations and the interaction of the audience gave us inspiration to continue organizing
this event and taking it to the next level. You will see the dedicated ophthalmologists
interacting and presenting their tips and tricks, sharing expertise in this important field.
You will be able to discuss and learn in a friendly environment.
Ibn Al-Haitham Conference
Over the past 35 years, Ibn Al-Haitham Teaching Eye Hospital has continued to provide
specialized services in the field of ophtalmology, making it the main center especially in
the last 12 years during which many sub specialities of ophthalmology has been introduced
including Medical and Surgical Retina, Paediatric ophthalmology, Corneal diseases and
Oculoplasty.
Along the previous years the annual scientific conferences of Ibn Al-Haitham Teaching Eye
Hospital have become the the main platform for sharing ideas,spreading knowledge in the
field as well as being a social gathering.
We hope the 5th conference will be even better in all aspects .
ISCRS Conference
This young society was born in with the effort of several distinguished Iraqi
ophthalmologists. The aim of this organization is to be the cuddle for advancing cataract
and refractive surgery with the help of the growing number of members.
AGENDA
DAY 1 - Main Hall
Thursday 3rd March 2022
Doors Open
Cones: different directions
Moderator: Prof. Mohammed Shafik
Panellists: Prof. Ahmed Al Masry, Dr. Osama Ibrahim, Dr. Mohammed Shafik
Corneal Biomechanics, what do we need to know?Prof. Thakir Mohammed
Progressive ectasia: are we addressing a systemic disease? Prof. Mohammed Shafik
Intracorneal ring segments from A to Z Prof. Ahmed Elmassry
Corneal cross-linking alone or combined for corneal ectasiaProf. Osama Ibrahim
Artificial corneal implant for advanced keratoconus Prof. Ahmed Elmassry
Discussion
When experts are on the edge (ISCRS symposium)
Panel Moderator: Prof. Omar Al Yaquobi
Panellists: Prof. Yehia Salah, Prof. Ahmed Elmassry, Prof. Alaa Al Zawawi
When the unexpected happens Prof. Ahmed Assaf
Phaco tuning for best results Prof. Khalid Khaleefa
Conquering hard rock cataract Prof. Yehia Salah
Cataract in crowded anterior chamber Prof. Alaa Al Zawawi
Challenging video cases in cataract and lamellar corneal surgeries Prof. Ahmed Elmassry
Panel Discussion
OPENING CEREMONY AND EXHIBITION
Break
Hellenic Session
Moderator: Dr. Osamah Al Hasani
Panellists: Prof. Balidis, Prof. George Pappas
Keynote lecture
The use of 3D in ophthalmology Prof. George Pappas
The epithelial debate Prof. Miltos Balidis
Discussion
I need to advance my skills
Moderator: Dr. Safwan Al Bayati
Panellists: Prof. Mohammed Hosny, Dr. Suhaib Mahmoud
Artificial iris Dr. Safwan Al Bayati
Femtosecond laser assisted keratoplasty (20 min) Prof. Mohammed Hosny
A window to light..DWEK Dr. Amna Al Wazni
Spherophakia: wandering through surgical strategies Dr. Ammar Issa
Difficulties and Main obstacles in VR training for new registrars. Dr. Haider Al RamahiDr. Haider Al Ramahi
Discussion
Lunch Break
Retina
Moderator: Prof. Najah Mohammed
Panellists: Dr. Ammar Abdul Razzaq, Dr. Sarmad Mustafa
Choroidal thickness measurement in central serous chorioretinopathy using a swept source OCTProf. Najah Mohammed
Management of a dropped nucleus Dr. Mazen Al-Badri
CSCR: when images make a difference Dr. Mustafa Athab
Retinal Capillary hemangioma Dr. Hassan Al Bahrani
Managing a special case of uveitis in a tertiary hospital Dr. Mohammed Suhail
Discussion
Video Session
Moderator: Dr. Fareed Warid
Panellists: Dr. Zaid Rajab, Dr. Hassan Al Bahrani
When anterior meets posterior. What you have to do? Dr. Mohammed Tawfeeq
ILM Flap Membrane peeling in Macular Holes Dr. Hassan Al Bahrani
Double perforation Dr. Fareed Warid
Scleral buckle in 2022 Dr. Zaid Rajab
Cataract surgery for uveitis due to JIA Dr. Faraidoon Fatih
Discussion
Moving to another level
Moderator: Prof. Alaa AlZawawi
Panellists: Prof. Mohammed Hosny, Dr. Safwan Al Bayati
Why toric IOLs? Dr. Alaa AlZawawiDr. Alaa AlZawawi
Yamane technique for IOL fixation from a novice surgeon perspective Dr. Essam Sabah
Challenges during keratoplasty learning curve Dr. Loay Almusawi
Master Biometry and IOL choices - from basics to Advanced Dr. Safwan Al Bayati
Discussion
Refractive Surgery
Moderator: Prof. Osama Ibrahim
Panellists: Prof. Mohammed Shafik, Dr. Essam Eltoukhy
Delayed epithelial healing: the nightmare in refractive surgery Prof. Mohammed Shafik
SMILE for myopia and beyond Prof. Osama Ibrahim
Dry eyes: what we know, what we need to measure, what we do wrong Prof. Essam Eltoukhy
Big data analysis – iTrace Dr. Osamah Al-Hasani
Discussion
DAY 1 - Hall B
Thursday 3rd March 2022
Doors Open
Welcome Optometrists
Moderator: Mr. Joseph Elias, Mr. Jarrullah Mohsin
Treatment of irregular cornea using contact lenses Mr. Joseph Elias
Contact lens clinic: dry eye assessment Optom. Amanj Salah
Panellists: Dr. Salam Al Badrani, Dr. Ameer Maroof/span>
GATT: initial experience in a tertiary hospital Dr. Ameer Maroof
What is beyond AGV implantation? Dr. Ali Naji
Q & A
Cornea
Moderator: Prof. Essam Eltoukhi
Panellists: Dr. Amna Al-Wazni, Dr. Ahmed Al-Araji
Corneal neurotization Dr. Essam Eltoukhy
Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency: causes and modalities of treatment Dr.Ahmed Al-Araji
Discussion
OPENING CEREMONY AND EXHIBITION
AMICO symposium
Panellists: Eng. Yosif Ahmed Zeada
Phaco machine settings Eng. Yosif Ahmed Zeada
iStent
Common instrument use in vitrectomy
Keratoplasty
Moderator: Prof. Ahmed Elmassry
Panellists: Dr Dania Al Ramahi, Dr. Ahmed Alwan
LA as a suitable choice in penetrating keratoplasty Dr. Ahmed Alwan
Advances in corneal surgery Prof. Miltos Ballidis
DALK in hydrops and perforated Descemet’s membrane Prof. Ahmed Elmassry
Discussion
Bayer symposium
Moderator: Dr. Zaid Rajab
Panellists: Dr. Ayman Dhiyaa
The Art of Managing Diabetic Macular Edema with Eylea cases
Lunch Break
Video session
Moderator: Prof. Ahmed Assaf
Panellists: Dr. Fareed Warid, Dr. Didar Anwar
Massive zonular/iridodialysis Prof. Ahmed Assaf
When minor signs are overlooked Prof. Ahmed Assaf
Kpro the saviour
Taking a twist Dr. Ahmed Al-Wasiti
Discussion
ICL - a short didactic course
Moderator: Dr. Wisam Abdul Samad
Panellists: Mr. Nebras H. Ghaeb
ICL introduction ICL loading Hands-on training Mr. Nebras H. Ghaeb
Ray tracing
Moderator: Prof. Mohammed Shafik
Panellists: Prof. Mohammed Hosny, Dr. Suhaib Mahmoud
Ray tracing in refractive surgery, basic and advanced concepts Prof. Mohammed Hosny
Rising stars session
Moderator: Dr. Firas Nezar
Panellists: Dr. Hussain Mohammed, Dr. Husam Al-Najjar
Conjunctival flora and its antibiotic sensitivity among a sample of Iraqi patients undergoing cataract surgery at Ibn Al-Haitham Teaching Eye Hospital Dr. Mohammed Finjan
Comparison of Pain Perception in Patients Undergoing Phacoemulsification Surgery by Specialist Ophthalmologists and Ophthalmic TraineesDr. Mohammed Jamal
Determination of anterior chamber angle width by OCT and its association with refraction, age, and gender in Iraqi population Dr. Marwa Mohammed
Discussion
Secrets from mavens
Moderator: Dr. Faris Riyadh
Panellists: Prof. Ahmed Assaf, Prof. Mohammed Shafik, Dr. Ammar Issa
Secrets of Hyperopic LVC Prof. Mohammed Shafik
Suction loss during femto-LASIK: so what? Prof. Ahmed Assaf
Artisan to Yamane: don’t hesitate to do Dr. Zana Ghani
Discussion
Practical Scleral Contact Lens Fitting
Moderator: Optom. Hayder Rassan
Practical scleral contact lens fitting course Mr. Joseph Elias
Discussion
Prosthetic Eyes
A custom ocular prosthesis for a child Optom. Israa S. Dawood
Causes of discomfort in the prosthetic eye Optom. Hayder Rassan
Discussion
DAY 2 - Main Hall
Friday 4th March 2022
Enlighten yourself and others
Moderator: Dr. Faris Al Bakri
Referral in NHS, experience of an insider Dr. Ahad Al Ali
Frequently asked questions in premium IOLs (30 min) Prof. Mohammed Hosny
Dysphotopsia: the myth and the truth Prof. Alaa Al Zawawi
Lens subluxation; Overview and Management Prof. Ahmed Assaf
Discussion
DME instructional course
Moderator: Dr. Khalil Al-Jabouri
Panellists: Dr. Sarmad Mustafa, Dr. Fareed Al Warid, Dr. Mohammed Assad, Dr. Mohammed Tawfeeq
DME, an overview Dr. Sarmad Mustafa
Management of chronic persistent DME Dr. Mohammed Tawfeeq
Role of PPV in DME Dr. Fareed Warid
DME management: new strategies, new horizons Dr. Mohammed Asaad
Discussion
Paediatric Session
Moderator: Dr. Suzan Abdul Mohsin
Panellists: Dr Khitam Al-Hasany, Dr Hassan Al-Bahrani
General screening guidelines for ROP Dr. Hassan Al Bahrani
What is new in ROP? Dr. Khitam Al hassany
Surgical management of ROP Dr. Hassan Al Bahrani
When & what to implant in a paediatric cataract Dr. Suzan Abdulkareem
Too much or too little in strabismus surgery Dr. Nissar Riyadh
Refractive surgery in paediatric age group Dr. Samaa Mahmoud
Discussion
DAY 2 - Hall B
Friday 4th March 2022
Oculoplastics Session
Moderator: Dr. Leena Shaker
Panellists: Prof. Essam Eltoukhy, Dr. Amna Al Wazni
Frontalis flap surgery for ptosis Prof. Essam Eltoukhy
Ophthalmic procedures for better ocular prosthesis results Mr. Hassan Awada
OSSN an update Dr. Amna Al-Wazni
Adjuvants to blepharoplasty Prof. Essam Eltoukhy
Discussion
CXL
Moderator: Prof. Ahmed Elmassry
Panellists: Prof. Mohammed Shafik, Dr. Safwan Al Bayati
CXL in 2022 Prof. Mohammed Shafik
PACK-CXL for infectious keratitis Prof. Ahmed Elmassry
Autologous serum in CXL Dr. Khudair Al Taei
Discussion
Phaco challenges
Moderator: Prof. Yehia Salah
Panellists: Prof. Alaa Al Zawawi, Prof. Khalid Khaleefa
Unexpected ICL complication Prof. Yehia Salah
Phaco Challenges: video based Prof. Alaa Al Zawawi
Tricks to manage different challenges. Prof. Khalid Khaleefa
Discussion
Retina- Meet the experts
Moderators: Prof. George Pappas
Panellists: Dr. Ahad Al- Ali, Dr. Zaid Rajab, Dr. Sarmad Mustafa
Retina-meet the experts
Hourly Schedule
EXHIBITION
During each conference, an exhibition for distributors and suppliers of ophthalmic
instruments, equipment and medicines was organized. The exhibition was attractive to all
attendees whether ophthalmologists, residents-in-training or allied ophthalmic personnel.