Speaking Engagements

Dr. Audrey Talley Rostov, MD, is a globally recognized ophthalmologist, educator, and thought leader, frequently invited to speak at prestigious conferences and contribute to groundbreaking research in vision correction and corneal surgery.

A Leading Voice in Ophthalmology & Global Eye Health

Dr. Audrey Talley Rostov, MD, is a respected authority in ophthalmology, cataract surgery, refractive surgery, and corneal transplantation. She frequently presents at international conferences, surgical symposiums, and industry-leading events. A sought-after speaker, she shares innovative techniques, complex case solutions, and the latest advancements in vision correction with audiences worldwide. Beyond her expertise in surgical innovation, Dr. Rostov is a dedicated mentor and advocate, working with leading organizations to train future ophthalmologists and expand access to quality eye care globally.

Key Topics & Expertise

Dr. Rostov presents on a broad range of advanced ophthalmic topics, including:

Cutting-Edge Refractive Surgery Techniques: LASIK, SMILE, PRK, and refractive lens exchange innovations.
Advanced Cataract Surgery & IOL Technology: Premium lens implants, managing astigmatism, and complex case solutions.
Corneal Surgery & Transplantation: DSEK, DMEK, full-thickness corneal transplants, and keratoconus management.
Global Eye Health & Surgical Training: Expanding access to vision care through CureBlindness surgical education programs.
Sustainability in Ophthalmology: Reducing surgical waste and enhancing efficiency through EyeSustain initiatives.

Recent & Upcoming Speaking Engagements

Dr. Rostov is an invited speaker, faculty member, and surgical trainer at many of the world's most prestigious ophthalmology conferences, including:

Annual Conferences & Symposiums

American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) – Speaker & mentor with the Minority Ophthalmology Mentoring (M.O.M.) program.
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) – Teaching advanced cataract, corneal transplant, and refractive surgery techniques at the April 2025 meeting.
American European Congress of Ophthalmic Surgeons (AECOS) – Presenting on advanced surgical innovations.
Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) – Keynote speaker at the 2025 New Delhi meeting, delivering six talks.
Australasian Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (AUSCRS) – Past presenter and upcoming surgical case symposium panelist at ASCRS 2025.
All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS) – Contributing to education in corneal and refractive surgery.
Hawaiian Eye Meeting – Speaker on complex cataract cases and refractive surgical techniques.

Industry Leadership & Editorial Roles

Guest speaker at MicroSurgical Technologies (MST) – Highlighting work in LMIC (lower- and middle-income countries) with CureBlindness Project.
Section Editor for Cataract Surgery for OSN (Ophthalmic Surgery News).
Section Editor for Complex Cataract Surgery for CRST (Cataract Refractive Surgery Today).
Associate Editor for Ophthalmic Ambulatory Surgery Magazine (OASC).

International Honors & Recognition

Member of the International Intra-Ocular Implant Club (IIiC) – An exclusive society honoring top global cataract surgeons.
Selected Attendee at UKISCS & Ridley Foundation Event – Honoring the 75th anniversary of the intraocular lens invention at the Tower of London.

Global Surgical Training & Outreach

As part of her commitment to expanding access to quality eye care worldwide, Dr. Rostov actively trains surgeons in advanced corneal and cataract procedures through CureBlindness Project initiatives.

Nepal (February 2025) – Training local surgeons in DMEK (advanced corneal transplant techniques).
Ghana (March 2025) – Leading hands-on corneal transplant and cataract surgery training.
India ( February and April 2025) – Training cornea fellows in transplant and refractive surgery techniques

Media Features & Publications

Dr. Rostov is frequently featured in leading ophthalmology publications and interviews, discussing advancements in refractive surgery and complex surgical cases:

Healio OSN – Featured at the January 2025 Hawaiian Eye Meeting.
Ophthalmology Management – Interview on challenging LASIK cases.
Review of Ophthalmology – Upcoming article on refractive cataract surgery solutions.
Zeiss Feature – Recognizing the milestone of 10 million SMILE procedures worldwide.

Book Dr. Rostov for a Speaking Engagement

Dr. Audrey Talley Rostov is available for keynote presentations, panel discussions, surgical training programs, and educational lectures at global ophthalmology conferences, medical institutions, and industry events.

To inquire about speaking engagements, collaborations, or media appearances, please contact Bellevue Precision Vision for availability.