Equitable, Diverse and Inclusive Ophthalmology through the Eyes of a Geordie Ghanaian

In celebration of Black History Month, we invite you to an inspiring evening with Miss Evelyn (Evie) Mensah, Consultant Ophthalmologist, and incoming President of the Ophthalmology Section of the Royal Society of Medicine. Evie will share her remarkable journey and vision for a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive future in ophthalmology, shaped by her experiences across North West London, West Africa, and beyond.

As part of her Presidential address, Evie will pay tribute to Dr Patricia Era Bath, a trailblazer whose groundbreaking contributions to ophthalmology, including the invention of the LaserPhaco probe, continue to inspire generations. Evie will perform "An Ode to the Luminary Legacy of Patricia Era Bath," an original poem she wrote in honour of Dr Bath, accompanied by music from acclaimed composer Isabelle Ajani, the musical director of the play Ain’t I A Woman.

During this event, Evie will explore how meaningful change in ophthalmic care can be delivered through her work with organisations like the Moorfields Lions Korle Bu Trust and the sickle cell retinopathy network (SCR.net). By fostering educational and research collaborations with colleagues in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Caribbean, Evie advocates for shared learning between ophthalmologists in the Global North and South. She envisions a future where high-quality eye care is accessible to all, regardless of race, geography, or socioeconomic status.

By attending, you will: 

• Gain insight into the importance of equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in ophthalmology through Evie’s professional journey and her leadership in promoting these values both locally and internationally.
• Understand the significance of collaborative partnerships between ophthalmologists across different regions, as exemplified by Evie's work in fostering educational and research collaborations in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Caribbean.
• Learn strategies for achieving excellent eye care outcomes through collective action and leveraging the expertise of ophthalmologists worldwide to ensure accessibility and quality of care for all.

This event will inspire and challenge us to reflect on the critical importance of EDI in ophthalmology while celebrating the legacy of Dr Bath through storytelling, poetry, and music. Evie's hope is that we can build a future where world-class eye care is available to all.

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We would like to thank our sponsors Altomed Limited, BVI Medical, EyeV Ltd and Scope Eyecare for their support of this meeting.
Please note that none of the companies listed has had any influence or involvement over the agenda, content or organisation of this meeting.