The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on ophthalmology conferences.

IF 2.1 4区医学 Q2 OPHTHALMOLOGY

Ophthalmologica Pub Date : 2025-05-27 DOI:10.1159/000546635

Gabriella Schmuter, Natasha Nayak Kolomeyer, Lisa M Nijm, Jeremiah Tao, Prem S Subramanian, Zaina Al-Mohtaseb, Terry Kim, Aleksandra V Rachitskaya, Janice C Law, Andrea A Tooley

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Abstract

Background: The COVID-19 pandemic prompted ophthalmology conferences to transition to virtual platforms. The impact of these changes on attendance and research productivity remains underexplored.

Purpose: To evaluate the effects of virtual platforms on attendance and research inclusion at ophthalmology conferences during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Methods: This cross-sectional study analyzed data from five ophthalmology conference organizations conducted from 2019 to 2021. Conference meetings were categorized as in-person, virtual, or hybrid. Data included total attendance, trainee participation, and research submissions, obtained directly from each respective organization.

Results: Conference meetings integrating a virtual component experienced a cumulative 7% increase in total attendance and a 28% rise in trainee participation. Research submissions rose by 31%, while research acceptances showed variability, with increases observed in some conferences during the virtual years. These trends highlight the potential for virtual platforms to enhance accessibility and engagement, particularly for trainees.

Conclusion: Virtual platforms had an overall positive impact on ophthalmology conference attendance and research engagement during the COVID-19 pandemic. Continued integration of virtual components is recommended to enhance accessibility and inclusivity.

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COVID-19大流行对眼科会议的影响。

背景：2019冠状病毒病疫情促使眼科会议向虚拟平台过渡。这些变化对出勤率和研究效率的影响仍未得到充分探讨。目的：评估2019冠状病毒病大流行期间虚拟平台对眼科会议出席率和研究纳入的影响。方法：本横断面研究分析了2019 - 2021年五个眼科会议组织的数据。会议分为面对面、虚拟或混合会议。数据包括总出勤、学员参与和研究提交，直接从每个组织获得。结果：集成虚拟组件的会议的总出勤率累计提高了7%，受训者的参与度提高了28%。研究提交量增加了31%，而研究接受度则表现出变化，在虚拟年期间，一些会议的接受度有所增加。这些趋势凸显了虚拟平台在提高可访问性和参与度方面的潜力，尤其是对学员而言。结论：新冠肺炎大流行期间，虚拟平台对眼科会议出席和研究参与总体上有积极影响。建议继续集成虚拟组件，以增强可访问性和包容性。

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Ophthalmologica 医学-眼科学

CiteScore

5.10

自引率

3.80%

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审稿时长

3 months

期刊介绍： Published since 1899, ''Ophthalmologica'' has become a frequently cited guide to international work in clinical and experimental ophthalmology. It contains a selection of patient-oriented contributions covering the etiology of eye diseases, diagnostic techniques, and advances in medical and surgical treatment. Straightforward, factual reporting provides both interesting and useful reading. In addition to original papers, ''Ophthalmologica'' features regularly timely reviews in an effort to keep the reader well informed and updated. The large international circulation of this journal reflects its importance.