General information

Uniting Global Efforts to Prevent Childhood Blindness​

Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) remains a leading and increasingly significant cause of visual impairment and blindness in children — particularly in low- and middle-income countries. According to global estimates, in 2010 alone, more than 32,000 infants developed bilateral visual loss due to ROP, with the highest burden observed in East and Southeast Asia, and the Pacific region.​ In response to this global challenge, four World ROP Congresses have been successfully held to date. These congresses have served as vital forums for ophthalmologists, neonatologists, nurses, and public health professionals — those on the front lines of neonatal and pediatric eye care — to come together, share experiences, and collaborate on solutions.​ This year, we are proud to announce that the 5th World ROP Congress will take place in joint partnership with FLORetina-ICOOR 2025, one of the world’s premier meetings in the field of retinal science and innovation.

A Unique Collaborative Platform​​

Bringing together the ROP community within the broader framework of FLORetina-ICOOR creates a unique opportunity for cross-disciplinary dialogue and partnership. The Congress aims to:​

• Share cutting-edge research and clinical innovations in the diagnosis, management, and prevention of ROP​
• Highlight global trends and data, with a focus on emerging regions experiencing a rise in ROP-related blindness​
• Foster collaboration between neonatology and ophthalmology professionals​
• Promote practical solutions for ROP screening, treatment, and health system strengthening in resource-limited settings​
• Build global networks and partnerships dedicated to preventing avoidable childhood blindness

When and Where​

The World ROP Congress will be held in Florence, Fortezza da Basso on 4 and 5 December 2025.

Hosted by

​​​The national reference network for Retinopathy of Prematurity in Italy - ROP Italia - is dedicated to coordinating care, education, and research across neonatal units and ophthalmic centers, and plays a leading role in shaping Italy’s strategy for early detection and treatment of ROP.​

Registration

Unified Registration​

All participants registered for the World ROP Congress will automatically have access to all FLORetina-ICOOR 2025 sessions.​ There is no separate registration required. We look forward to welcoming you to the FLORetina-ICOOR Meeting 2025, which will be held from 4 to 7 December in Florence, Italy. Please find details of the registration process and fees below.

REGISTRATION FEES​

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

• The date of your remittance will be decisive for the amount of the Registration Fee due.
• All fees are quoted in Euro. Current Italian VAT is included in the rates and will be automatically updated in the event that it will be modified.
• The registration fee includes: admission to all scientific sessions, access to Exhibition and Poster Area, certificate of attaendance, free WI-FI.
• STUDENTS, RESIDENTS, ORTHOPTISTS AND NURSES ARE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE FORMAL CERTIFICATION OF THEIR QUALIFICATION. IN THE EVENT OF FAILURE TO SEND, REGISTRATION WILL BE COMPLETED WITH THE FULL PAYMENT OF THE AMOUNT DUE FOR OPHTHALMOLOGIST.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Deadline for cancellations is 31/10/2025. There will be no cancellations after the meeting has taken place. You must email the cancellation to the Congress Secretariat (secretariat@floretina.com).
If you want to cancel or modify a registration:

• All cancellations will be subject to an administration cancellation fee of €70,00
• In case of complete cancellation (registration and/or room reservation) from 01/11/2025, no show or early departure, the Conference Secretariat is entitled to charge all nights booked, thus no refunds are given.

Accomodation

Unified System​

The Organizing Secretariat is happy to help you to book your hotel accommodation in Florence, for the World ROP Congress.

• At least a 5% discount on the best available rates
• User friendly booking system
• A selection of high quality hotels to ensure your confort and safety
• ​Flexible booking terms

If rooms are not available, please contact secretariat@floretina.com for assistance.

TO ACCESS THE OFFICIAL BOOKING WEBSITE

CLICK HERE

Abstract Submission

Send your abstract within September 30, 2025​

You can submit your abstract on the WORLD ROP CONGRESS 2025 jointly organized with FLORetina - ICOOR Abstract Submission Portal.​
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Submission deadline: September 30, 2025.​
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• The notification of acceptance or rejection of your submitted abstract will be sent to you by e-mail by November 15, 2025.
  
• Your abstract must be submitted online.​
  
• To submit your abstract, you must have an account created on the platform.​
  
• The account will allow you to access all your created/submitted abstracts, learn about their status (accepted/rejected).


SUBMIT YOUR ABSTRACT