Early Career Section

The Early Career Section (ECS), formerly known as the Young Physicians' Section, is composed of ASRS members who have been in practice for 7 years or less. Among other benefits of membership, ECS members enjoy a vibrant network of peers, representation on the ASRS Board of Directors through the ECS Board Representative, and a symposium at the ASRS Annual Meeting.

Crystal Apple Award

The Crystal Apple is a special recognition presented to an ASRS member who has gone to great lengths to advance the education and professional development of young vitreoretinal specialists.

ECS Resources

The Section is pleased to offer information on relevant professional topics and resources that are tailored to meet the needs of young physicians.

Early Career Section Mentoring Program

The ECS now offers Fellow-in-Training and Early Career Section members the opportunity to connect with more seasoned ASRS members and hopefully build

Retina Roundtable

This online discussion forum will allow you to meet, ask and answer questions, and share ideas and information with fellow ECS members. Put the power of your peer network to work for you.

(*Note: The Retina Roundtable and the ASRS website operate on separate platforms. To join the forum please email caroline.bozell@asrs.org . New members are added to the Roundtable on a biweekly basis. New members must log on to the discussion forum with their email address and then create a new password.)

Surgical Videos

The ASRS offers a variety of video resources that focus on everything from today's most common retina surgical procedures to more innovative techniques and surgical approaches.