Hello everyone,

After a three-year hiatus due to COVID-19, we are thrilled to announce the return of the 12th Asia Cornea & Contact Lens Conference (ACCLC)! On behalf of the organizing committee, I extend a warm welcome to all of you. The conference will take place in Hong Kong in November2024.

Since the first ACCLC held in Hong Kong in 2004, our modern lifestyle has undergone significant changes over the past 20 years. The electronic era, characterized by the widespread use of smartphones, computers, and tablets, has profoundly influenced our visual habits. Particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic and in the post-pandemic era, the usage of electronic devices is expected to further increase. With advancements in technology, there have been notable developments in anterior eye health management and contact lens practice. For example, there have been significant advancements in the development of contact lenses that cater to the needs of individuals in digital-device-intensive environments. Additionally, the management of dry eye has reached new levels of effectiveness, and there are many more exciting developments on the horizon.

ACCLC continues to serve as an excellent platform for delegates from different regions of Asia to learn, share knowledge, and stay updated on the latest advancements in the field. As we emerge from the pandemic, both Hong Kong and ourselves are eager to reconnect with the world. In recent years, there has been remarkable progress in eye care-related professions, particularly in Asia. Hong Kong, located at the heart of Asia, is an ideal destination for this significant event.

During the conference, organized by the Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists in collaboration with the Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Optometry, the Hong Kong Association of Private Practice Optometrists, the Hong Kong Contact Lens Research Associations, and the Eye Foundation, local and international speakers will present a wide range of the latest clinical and scientific aspects in fields such as specialty contact lens practice, myopia control using contact lenses, and dry eye management. There will also be sessions for scientific paper/poster presentations and industrial seminars, enabling eye care practitioners, academics, scientists, and various stakeholders from industries to share and exchange their knowledge and new findings. This collaboration will ultimately contribute to the improvement of anterior ocular health management and contact lens care throughout different regions of Asia.

In conclusion, I express my deepest gratitude to all the keynote speakers, presenters, sponsors, delegates, and members of the organizing committee for their participation and support in making this conference a success.

I wish all of you to enjoy the 12th ACCLC.

Yours sincerely,

Dr. Bruce Chin
President of the Hong Kong Society of Professional Optometrists
Chairperson of Organizing Committee
12th Asia Cornea and Contact Lens Conference