BrAVO (British Association of Veterinary Ophthalmologists) is delighted to invite all our members, new and old, to our annual Winter Meeting in Stratford-upon-Avon on Friday 7th November till Sunday the 9th November. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to connect with fellow professionals; come and exchange ideas, collaborate, and enjoy high quality education.

Abstract submissions are now open. Follow the link bellow for more information

Call for Abstracts!

We are inviting submissions for oral abstracts & poster presentations at the BrAVO Winter Meeting “Under Pressure: Advances in Glaucoma” to be held on 7th – 9th November 2025 in Stratford-Upon-Avon.

Info for Oral Abstract Presentation Submissions:

You will need to submit an abstract of no more than 250 words by 1st September.  An abstract template and guidelines can be found below.  The abstracts will be evaluated by the BrAVO Scientific Committee and if successful, you will be invited to deliver a 15-minute oral presentation (excluding time for questions at the end) at the meeting.

Successful applicants must register for the meeting & be a BrAVO member before attending.

Info for Poster Presentation Submissions:

Who can submit a poster?

Anyone can submit an abstract for a poster presentation – it is open to first opinion practitioners, certificate holders, diplomates, veterinary students, interns, nurses and residents!

What can be presented as poster?

We welcome posters about an unusual case or case series, a procedure or a new surgical technique you have developed in practice, essentially anything interesting about ophthalmology! It does not need to be related to the theme of the meeting but we do encourage posters to contain photographs and images. Please see the attachments for examples of poster abstracts & the final posters.​

How do I enter?

You will need to submit an abstract of no more than 250 words by 1st September.  An abstract template and guidelines can be found below.  The abstracts will be evaluated by the BrAVO Scientific Committee and if successful, you will be asked to produce a poster to display at the meeting.

What do I need to do if my abstract is successful?

Successful applicants will be invited to create a poster from their abstract. A template and guidelines will be provided and the completed poster must be submitted by Wednesday 15th October.  Poster presenters must have up to date BrAVO membership & register for the meeting before attending.

Can I take my printed poster with me afterwards?

Yes, you can take your printed poster home if you wish to keep it after the conference.

Very best of luck,

BrAVO Committee

Important deadlines:

• Abstract Submission by 1st September
• Successful applicants will be notified within 2 weeks
• Posters must be submitted by 15th October
• Posters will be displayed in the exhibition hall from 7th – 8th November
• Best poster will be announced on Saturday 8th November

Abstract guidelines

When submitting an abstract for a poster or oral presentation for the BrAVO meeting, please follow the guidelines below:

• The first line should give the title in capitals.
• The authors’ names should appear on the next line – initials followed by last name.
• Provide the name of your practice /institution.
• Use single spacing.
• Use 10-point Calibri font for all text.
• Your submission should be structured as Purpose | Methods | Results | Conclusion.
• The abstract word limit is 250 words (excluding the title, authors, institution, headings and figures).
• Photographs or diagrams are encouraged, but do not place them within the main body text. Instead send each photograph or diagram as a separate JPEG image with a title such as “Figure 1: The eye before surgery”. Up to four images may be included for the abstract (more can be used for the poster).

Please submit your abstract to rgrundon@hotmail.co.uk by 1st September. Be sure to include whether you would prefer to present the abstract as an oral presentation, poster, or either.

ISVO An-Vision Travel Scholarship 2024

We are happy to share the details below regarding call for applications for the first round of 2024
ISVO-an-vision Travel Scholarship. Please forward the  announcement below to others who may be eligible/interested.

• Applications are Invited for the an-vision-ISVO Travel Scholarship
• Application deadline strictly May 21st 2024
• Online application:  https://isvo.org/scholarships-application/

Thanks to the enduring and generous support of an-vision, we are thrilled to invite ISVO members (individual or institutional) to apply for a Travel Scholarship. The scholarship provides financial aid up to $2500 USD intended to support the scholar to visit a center of excellence in Veterinary Ophthalmology. The one-month experience is expected to be completed within 12 months of award of the scholarship. The awardee will also receive a complimentary one-year subscription to the journal Veterinary Ophthalmology, generously donated by the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists.

We encourage applicants to contact prospective facilities to discuss their availability to host a travelling scholar, and – while any ISVO member that is not already in an ophthalmology training program is welcome to apply – successful applicants have tended to be those who would otherwise lack access to advanced practices in the field. We hope that the scholarship will facilitate professional connections that might not otherwise be possible. More background on the scholarship can be found at https://isvo.org/an-vision-travel-scholarship/. Prior individuals who have been awarded this scholarship, and their stories can be found at https://isvo.org/success-stories/.

The deadline for application for scholarship  is May 21st.

Applications should include:

1. A full curriculum vitae
2. A plan of the study to be undertaken, including a short statement

justifying the need for funding

3. A letter from the ophthalmologist at the host institution

supporting your application

Selection of the successful applicant will be made by members of the ISVO Executive Committee and any decision will be final. A one-page report detailing what has been learned during the externship and your future goals is expected within one month of completing the externship. Previously-unsuccessful applicants are welcome to re–apply.

Kind regards,

 Your ISVO Scholarship Committee