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Real World Ophthalmology - Registration

Registration Form

Welcome! We’re so glad you’re joining us for Tell Me Your Secrets: The Smithsonian of Ophthalmology, a bold, insider look at the unwritten rules of ophthalmology, real-world clinical decision-making, career strategy, AI, practice building, global outreach, and the lessons that shape successful careers. Please take a moment to update your information so we can stay connected, share member content, and keep you in the loop about future RWO opportunities.

Contact Information

First Name *

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City *

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Professional Information

Current Position *

Medical Student

Resident

Fellow

Early Career Ophthalmologist

Practicing Ophthalmologist

Faculty

Industry

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Name of Residency Program *

If applicable.

Expected Year of Residency Completion *

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Type of Ophthalmology Fellowship and Expected Graduation Year *

If applicable. Example: Retina, 2027.

Practice Type *

Academic

Private Practice

Hospital-Based Practice

Hybrid Academic / Private Practice

Industry

Still in Training

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Number of Years in Practice *

Specialty / Areas of Interest *

Comprehensive Ophthalmology

Cataract / Anterior Segment

Cornea

Glaucoma

Retina

Uveitis

Neuro-Ophthalmology

Oculoplastics

Pediatrics / Strabismus

Refractive Surgery

Ocular Oncology

Medical Education

Practice Management

AI / Innovation

Global Outreach / Humanitarian Ophthalmology

Ergonomics / Physician Wellness

Other (Please specify)

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Today’s Event

What brought you to Tell Me Your Secrets? *

Career pearls no one teaches in training

Complex clinical cases

AI in ophthalmology

Practice building and business strategy

Global outreach / humanitarian ophthalmology

Mentorship and networking

Awards and inspirational talks

Learning more about RWO

Other (Please specify)

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Which parts of today’s program are you most excited about? *

The Grand Opening: A Hot Takes

The Hall of Jewels: Complex Cases

Spotlight Session

Air and Space: Death Defying Feats in Ophthalmology

Keynote / Fireside Chat with Dr. Jeffrey Pettey

American History: Open for Business in Ophthalmology

Spark!Lab: AI Here & Now in Ophthalmology

Hot Seat with Dr. Michael Abramoff

We Hold These Truths: Tough Questions No One Wants to Ask

We the People of Real World Practice

Choose all that apply.

Future RWO Opportunities

Which other meetings do you plan to attend in 2026? *

AAO 2026 New Orleans

ESCRS 2026 London

Unsure

I am not planning on attending any of these meetings

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Interested in more career-specific RWO events? *

RWO Leadership Launchpad

Becoming a KOL (Key Opinion Leader)

Building Your Practice Virtual Series

Starting Your Own Practice Virtual Series

Mock Interviews for Residency

Mock Interviews for Fellowship

Mock Interview for Jobs

Future RWO on the Road events

Mentorship opportunities

Publication or writing opportunities

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Exact dates and times will be emailed when available.

Would you like to volunteer to help RWO with educational, mentorship, publication, or event initiatives? *

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Do you have any unique skills or areas of expertise? Would you like to speak at a future RWO meeting? Did someone refer you to RWO? Talk to us! We love hearing from our members. *

Thank you for being part of the Real World Ophthalmology community.