Educational Symposium
Fourth Annual Ocular Surface Stem Cell Transplantation (OSST) Symposium & Skills Transfer Session
November 13-15, 2026 | Greater Cincinnati
Hosted by the Holland Foundation for Sight Restoration
Advancing Knowledge, Collaboration, and Innovation in Ocular Surface Disease
Join leading corneal specialists, researchers, fellows, and residents from across the U.S. and abroad for three days dedicated to advancing the treatment of limbal stem cell deficiency (LSCD) and related ocular surface diseases. The program combines expert lectures, interactive case discussions, surgical insights, and a hands-on skills transfer experience, giving participants practical knowledge they can apply immediately to patient care.
Full agenda and faculty will be announced closer to the event.
What to Expect
- Expert presentations from leaders in ocular surface disease
- Evidence-based management of LSCD
- Surgical videos and technique discussions
- Challenging case presentations and interactive faculty discussions
- Hands-on skills transfer experience in a state-of-the-art wet lab
- Networking with colleagues from around the world
Weekend at a Glance
Friday, November 13
6:00 to 9:00 pm | Welcome Reception
Saturday, November 14
8:00 am to 5:00 pm | Education Sessions, The Learning Center at Northern Kentucky Convention Center
6:30 to 10:00 pm | Dinner Reception
Sunday, November 15
8:00 to 10:00 am | Skills Transfer Session, LifeSciKY at OneNKY Center
Learning Objectives
By the end of the symposium, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the signs of conjunctival and limbal stem cell deficiency with confidence
- Identify the right candidates for ocular surface stem cell transplantation
- Apply medical and preoperative management strategies for severe ocular surface disease
- Master key steps for successful transplantation procedures
- Apply best practices in perioperative care to optimize outcomes
- Gain insights from real-world results and long-term patient follow-up
Accommodations
Numerous hotels are located within walking distance of the Northern Kentucky Convention Center. A complete list of recommended hotels, including walking distances to each venue, is available in the PDF brochure below.
