Membership
Member Benefits
ASCRS Member Benefits
ASCRS, the largest U.S. membership society dedicated to meeting the needs of anterior segment surgeons at every career stage, offers a range of member benefits. Take a look at all the benefits that come with ASCRS membership below.
Calculators and Tools
The tools and IOL calculators on the ASCRS website are among our most popular features.
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ASCRS Annual Meeting*
The ASCRS Annual Meeting is the premier U.S. meeting for anterior segment surgeons. This 4-day meeting is attended by physicians who are ASCRS members. ASCRS Subspecialty Day precedes the main Annual Meeting program. Separate registration is required, in addition to ASCRS membership.
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ASCRS Summer Symposium
Experience a taste of ASCRS and ASOA education by attending the ASCRS | ASOA Summer Symposium. This meeting is a summertime glimpse at the exceptional ophthalmic clinical and business education provided by the largest U.S. societies dedicated to meeting the needs of anterior segment surgical practices. Separate registration for the meeting is required.
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Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery
The Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (JCRS) is the official journal of ASCRS and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS). Published monthly in its current form since 1996, JCRS is a preeminent peer-reviewed ophthalmology journal that features high-quality articles on all aspects of anterior segment surgery.
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CME 24/7*
ASCRS CME 24/7 includes the Education Catalog, an online resource for CME activities, along with the ability to track CME earned with the Education Tracker.
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Online Education (Non-CME)
In addition to a wealth of CME opportunities, ASCRS hosts a variety of non-CME resources online. These include Committee reports, Committee white papers, Committee-sponsored webinars, and more.
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Special Member Pricing*
ASCRS hosts educational programs throughout the year, and members are afforded discounts for these additional programs. Examples include the 20/Happy in 2020 Master Class and the Glaucoma Building Blocks educational miniseries.
ASCRS Grand Rounds*
ASCRS Grand Rounds is a virtual, CME offering that brings the experience of a live grand rounds to a member’s home or office.
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ASCRS Journal Club*
ASCRS Journal Club is a virtual, CME offering that gives attendees the opportunity to engage as a panel of experts discuss pre-selected manuscripts from the Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (JCRS).
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Ophthalmology Quicksand Chronicles podcast
The Ophthalmology Quicksand Chronicles podcast, hosted by Nicole Fram, MD, and Elizabeth Yeu, MD, features an expert guest each month and explores the pivotal moments where cases do not go as planned.
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Practice Management Collaboration
ASCRS has a unique relationship with the American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators (ASOA). Members can benefit from practice management resources on topics such as coding and reimbursement, marketing, benchmarking and statistics, leadership and strategic planning, HR, operations, business development, and more.
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Communications*
ASCRS makes it a point to keep members informed of key initiatives, opportunities, and educational information so they can use their membership to the fullest year-round.
Community*
Since our founding in 1974, ASCRS has led anterior segment surgical advancements through educational programs, publications, and print/online resources. We are the primary source of up-to-date clinical information, published research, and regulatory information affecting anterior segment surgeons and the patients they serve.
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Young Eye Surgeons (YES) Benefits*
Residents, fellows, and physicians within their first 5 years of practice benefit from this tailored ASCRS membership that offers dedicated resources for their unique stage and needs with a prorated pricing structure.
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EyeWorld*
EyeWorld, the member publication of ASCRS, is printed on a quarterly basis and available online. It features articles on ASCRS news and clinical topics under the direction of a medical editorial board.
EyeWorld Weekly is a digital publication highlighting the latest clinical studies, industry and product news, topics of interest, and research briefs.
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EyeWorld Weekly is a digital publication highlighting the latest clinical studies, industry and product news, topics of interest, and research briefs.
Advocacy Efforts*
As a key pillar of ASCRS’ mission, ASCRS and our members advocate on behalf of the profession to Congress and the administration, including regulatory agencies. ASCRS is committed to ensuring a legislative and regulatory landscape that allows members to continue providing high-quality care to patients.
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Washington Watch Weekly*
ASCRS Government Relations staff keep an eye on relevant issues for members, briefing on important topics in this weekly eblast.
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Networking
At ASCRS meetings and events—both in person and online—there are opportunities for networking with the giants in ophthalmology, peers, industry, and more.
Volunteer Opportunities
The ASCRS Foundation delivers humanitarian eyecare to those who need it most in the United States and abroad, with several opportunities for physician volunteers.
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Expert Physician Leadership*
World-renowned experts in the field make up the ASCRS Executive Committee, Governing Board, and the Clinical Committees, driving the direction of the society and its efforts.
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Dedicated Staff*
ASCRS staff members bring a wide range of experience to the organization and its education, advocacy, and communication efforts, transferring these skills to give members the most impactful membership in ophthalmology.
* Member-only benefit