iNovation Day is becoming a corner stone for ophthalmic innovation in Europe
The success story continues – and with it comes a small jubilee: For the fifth time, the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) will host its unique innovation platform that brings together ophthalmologists, industry leaders, emerging companies and the financial community from across Europe and other parts of the world: iNovation Day.
The ESCRS is excited to announce this event that will take place in a city that has contributed so much medical innovation over the centuries: London. Once again, it will be a full-day programme held on the day immediately prior to the opening of the main ESCRS Congress: Friday September 11th, 2026 at the ExCel in London.
With over 50% of doctor attendees iNovation truly is unlike any other ophthalmology innovation meeting. We are proud to say that iNovation Day is “THE Innovation Meeting for Doctors”.
The carefully curated program will feature 9 fast paced sessions focused on the most urgent clinical needs and barriers to success in anterior segment care. Topics ranging from the ocular surface to the retina include focused panel discussions, 15-18 emerging company presentations and interactive components, such a chat for audience comments and live voting.
We will continue with highlight sessions, such as the industry executive leadership panel, discussing the immediate future of our field, as well the Innovators Den giving the stage to budding entrepreneurs and bring together the leaders of global ophthalmic societies to drive meaningful change.
Stay tuned for new and exciting tweaks to our program, which will have a special focus on artificial intelligence and how it will impact everyday practice.
Last, but certainly not least, we ensure that there is ample time to network, meet new partners and colleagues from across the globe over food and refreshments, during breakfast, coffee breaks and lunch.
Come and join us at the 2026 iNovation Day in London as we review, discuss and shape the future of our industry!
All the best,
Burkhard Dick
ESCRS President
Networking opportunities with 100’s of clinical and business experts and thought leaders from Europe and across the globe.
Learn about the latest developments in the European commercial and capital markets and projected 2026/2027 innovations.
Play your role in addressing the most urgent clinical needs and barriers to success in anterior segment care.
ESCRS considers all ESCRS iNovation® Day sponsors as key partners and values their input and feedback in shaping a truly impactful programme that drives innovation of ophthalmic technologies in Europe. The goal of the annual ESCRS iNovation® Day is to bring together all stakeholders but focuses in particular on fostering exchange between doctors and industry.
Connect with doctors through a different and impactful channel and build new relationships.
Create a different brand awareness and experience that stands out.
Gain greater visibility and recognition in the field.
Share new technologies with a large ophthalmic audience.
Gain greater visibility and recognition in the field.
Accelerate growth and market introduction.
