Dewmi Dewanarayana (Best Research of the Year and Upcoming Presenter – Diploma in Optometry, Junior – Lateral Entry) receives her award from Dasantha Fonseka, Chairman of Vision Care.
Vision Care Academy conducted its 14th Annual Scientific Sessions and Optometry Day with the theme ‘See the Future Through Exploration.’
The event provided a plat- form for researchers to present their advanced research findings, share knowledge, and promote collaboration in the field of optometry. Additionally, it served as the official convocation ceremony of the Academy, honoring students who successfully completed their courses with certificates. The event also featured the company’s research symposium, recognizing students for their exceptional research projects. In addition to research presentations, the agenda included the announcement of the photography contest winners and the culmination of a quiz competition. These activities, coupled with the exchange of innovative research and knowledge, underscored Vision Care Academy’s commitment to creating a vibrant and dynamic learn- ing environment within the optometry industry.
The Chief Guest for the event was Rowena McNamara, Senior Consultant Orthoptist, and Guest of Honor Dr. Muditha Kulatunga, Senior Consultant Eye Surgeon. Informative sessions were held on a wide range of Optometry and Hearing Care topics by Prof. Madhuwanthi Dissanayake, Dr. Ganga Jayasena, Anantha Lakshmi, and Jayashree Sekar. The panel of judges comprised Dr. Dimuthu Gunasekara, Dr. Prasad Hewawasam, Anantha Lakshmi, Dr. Upali Mendis, and Dr. Amila De Alwis, ensuring a fair and rigorous evaluation of the research findings presented.
Vidya Jayarathna, Head of Vision Care Academy, stated, “The Optometry Day and Annual Scientific Session is one of the most important events in the Vision Care calendar. We are grateful to the many distinguished guests for taking time off their busy schedules to enlighten us about the lat- est developments in Optometry and Hearing Care. Vision Care Academy has led from the front in educating young minds in this field, and we will continue to do so in the future.”
The event concluded with the handing over certificates to Vision Care Academy graduates and some of the award winners were Sachith Udayanga and Imesha Thennakoon (Innovative Study of the Year), Dewmi Dewanarayana (Best Research of the Year and Up- coming Presenter – Diploma in Optometry Junior – Lateral Entry), Nirmitha Nithianantham (Best Poster Presentation – Optometry), Rashmi Abeysena (Best Oral Presenter -Certificate in Vision Therapy Category).
