Membership

Member Benefits

ASCRS Member Benefits

ASCRS, the largest U.S. membership society dedicated to meeting the needs of anterior segment surgeons at every career stage, offers a range of member benefits. Take a look at all the benefits that come with ASCRS membership below.

Join

Calculators and Tools

The tools and IOL calculators on the ASCRS website are among our most popular features.

Learn More

ASCRS Annual Meeting*

The ASCRS Annual Meeting is the premier U.S. meeting for anterior segment surgeons. This 4-day meeting is attended by physicians who are ASCRS members. ASCRS Subspecialty Day precedes the main Annual Meeting program. Separate registration is required, in addition to ASCRS membership.

Learn More

Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery

The Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery (JCRS) is the official journal of ASCRS and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS). Published monthly in its current form since 1996, JCRS is a preeminent peer-reviewed ophthalmology journal that features high-quality articles on all aspects of anterior segment surgery.

Learn More

CME 24/7*

ASCRS CME 24/7 includes the Education Catalog, an online resource for CME activities, along with the ability to track CME earned with the Education Tracker.

Learn More

Online Education (Non-CME)

In addition to a wealth of CME opportunities, ASCRS hosts a variety of non-CME resources online. These include Committee reports, Committee white papers, Committee-sponsored webinars, and more.

Learn More

Special Member Pricing*

ASCRS hosts educational programs throughout the year, and members are afforded discounts for these additional programs. Examples have included the 20/Happy in 2020 Master Class, the Glaucoma Building Blocks educational miniseries, and Beyond 20/20: An ASCRS Series in Modern Refractive Surgery and Presbyopia Therapy.

ASCRS Grand Rounds

ASCRS Grand Rounds is a virtual, CME offering that brings the experience of a live grand rounds to a member’s home or office.

Learn More

Ophthalmology Quicksand Chronicles podcast

The Ophthalmology Quicksand Chronicles podcast, hosted by Nicole Fram, MD, and Elizabeth Yeu, MD, features an expert guest and explores the pivotal moments where cases do not go as planned.

Learn More

Practice Management Collaboration

ASCRS has a unique relationship with the American Society of Ophthalmic Administrators (ASOA). Members can benefit from practice management resources on topics such as coding and reimbursement, marketing, benchmarking and statistics, leadership and strategic planning, HR, operations, business development, and more.

Learn More

Communications*

ASCRS makes it a point to keep members informed of key initiatives, opportunities, and educational information so they can use their membership to the fullest year-round.

Community*

Since our founding in 1974, ASCRS has led anterior segment surgical advancements through educational programs, publications, and print/online resources. We are the primary source of up-to-date clinical information, published research, and regulatory information affecting anterior segment surgeons and the patients they serve.

Learn More

Young Eye Surgeons (YES) Benefits*

Residents, fellows, and physicians within their first 5 years of practice benefit from this tailored ASCRS membership that offers dedicated resources for their unique stage and needs with a prorated pricing structure.

Learn More

EyeWorld*

EyeWorld, the member publication of ASCRS, is printed and mailed to members on a quarterly basis. It is also available online. It features articles on ASCRS news and clinical topics under the direction of a medical editorial board.

EyeWorld Weekly is a digital publication highlighting the latest clinical studies, industry and product news, topics of interest, and research briefs.

Learn More

Advocacy Efforts*

As a key pillar of ASCRS’ mission, ASCRS and our members advocate on behalf of the profession to Congress and the administration, including regulatory agencies. ASCRS is committed to ensuring a legislative and regulatory landscape that allows members to continue providing high-quality care to patients.

Learn More

Washington Watch Weekly*

ASCRS Government Relations staff keep an eye on relevant issues for members, briefing on important topics in this weekly eblast.

Learn More

Networking

At ASCRS meetings and events—both in person and online—there are opportunities for networking with the giants in ophthalmology, peers, industry, and more.

Volunteer Opportunities

The ASCRS Foundation delivers humanitarian eyecare to those who need it most in the United States and abroad, with several opportunities for physician volunteers.

Learn More

Expert Physician Leadership*

World-renowned experts in the field make up the ASCRS Executive Committee, Governing Board, and the Clinical Committees, driving the direction of the society and its efforts.

Learn More

Dedicated Staff*

ASCRS staff members bring a wide range of experience to the organization and its education, advocacy, and communication efforts, transferring these skills to give members the most impactful membership in ophthalmology.

* Member-only benefit