DOC 2026 was a success. We once again set a new attendance record, with over 7,500 participants.

484 speakers presented 195 lectures, 88 courses, 46 seminars, 29 wet labs, and dry labs. In addition, 10 symposia on selected, current topics took place, as well as an outstanding live video surgery broadcast (from the University Eye Clinic in Homburg). The program for management and administrative staff was very diverse and in extremely high demand. The OAP program, featuring 40 keynote lectures, 48 seminars, and 2 wet labs, is growing in popularity and was exceptionally well-attended. A very well-organized and comprehensive industry exhibition showcasing everything that is important in today’s eye surgery and ophthalmology was once again a significant part of this meeting.

I hope you were able to return home with valuable impressions and insights, and I would like to take this opportunity to express my sincere thanks to the many staff members who worked hard to organize and execute DOC 2026. This applies to my DOC team as well as to the DOC Organizing Committee and Program Committee. Special thanks go to MCN for the outstanding execution of this event. I look forward to DOC 2027 in Nuremberg from June 10–12.
Until then—all the best, and stay healthy!

With warm regards,
Yours,
Armin Scharrer