This year, DOG 2026 attendees can follow congress symposia with live translation directly on their smartphones – a service offered for the first time at the congress. The service will be active in the following rooms:
>Focus Sessions
New at DOG 2026: The new Focus Sessions, jointly curated with Europe’s leading subspecialty societies, will place a strong emphasis on international exchange.
>Highlights in Translational Science
Basic research plays a crucial role in ophthalmology, as all scientific knowledge is based on its results. The Thursday of the congress will be dedicated all day to basic research.
>Keynote Lectures
Among the undisputed highlights at DOG 2026 in Berlin are the Keynote Lectures. Four highly ranking experts will dedicate their 30-minute talks to topics of importance not only to ophthalmology but to medicine and society in general.
>International Expert Talks
The International Expert Talks offer a high-grade English-language program. This interactive update format will feature leading experts from around the world presenting current developments in their fields of expertise.
>EyeRun – Charity Run in Aid of Stiftung Auge
The DOG Foundation Stiftung Auge once again invites all congress participants who are keen on running to take part in the now traditional charity run. The entry fee of Euro 25,– will be donated to the Eye Foundation of the DOG. Register now for the Eye Run 2026.