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UPDATE 12 by Denise Monasterio ASCRS Marketing and Communications Manager When asked what advice he has for residents interested in the Resi- dent Excellence Award program, Dr. Taravella said, "Update your resume with specific emphasis on academic achievement, leadership, research, and service." He encourages all residents and fellows to attend the Annual Meeting whether or not they receive the award. "Seek permission from your institute to come to the Annual Meeting. It's a great opportu- nity to learn and network with your future colleagues." Dr. Taravella became interested in ophthalmology after his first cata- ract procedure. "I was hooked. I love the fact that the surgical procedures we do as ophthalmologists can have such a positive impact on the quali- ty of life of our patients," he said. Dr. Taravella is director of cornea and refractive surgery and co-director of the cornea fellowship program at the University of Colo- rado School of Medicine in Aurora, Colorado. He received his medical degree from the University of Colo- rado School of Medicine, completed his ophthalmology residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston, Texas, and complet- ed a cornea and refractive surgery fellowship at the University of Connecticut in Farmington, Con- necticut. Interested in becoming a volun- teer with ASCRS? Visit ascrs.org/vol- unteer. For more information on the ASCRS Foundation and Operation Sight, visit ASCRSFoundation.org. Not a member? Joining is easy. Visit ascrs.org/join for full information. EW Contact information Monasterio: dmonasterio@ascrs.org A SCRS is, at its core, a member-led organization. Much of the education, information, and other offerings are developed by anterior segment specialists for ante- rior segment specialists. The success of the organization is highly impact- ed by the continued dedication and volunteerism from the individuals who serve as educators. Every month, we feature one of these member volunteers. We intro- duce you to individuals who have contributed to the society's out- standing education and initiatives, helping members strengthen their skills and sharpen their expertise, and provide better care to patients. This month's spotlight member is Michael Taravella, MD. Dr. Tar- avella has been a member of ASCRS for nearly 30 years, joining the organization in 1992. He has been highly active in the organization, serving as an ASCRS Film Festival judge, paper session panelist and moderator, and course instructor at the ASCRS•ASOA Annual Meeting. "I have always found the organiza- tion to be a great resource and the meetings to be outstanding and educational," he said. For the past 5 years, Dr. Taravel- la has been on the ASCRS Founda- tion's Resident Excellence Award Review Committee. Reviewing the nominations "gives me the opportu- nity to become familiar with a new generation of ophthalmologists. I am always impressed by the quality of the applicants and their accom- plishments so early on in their careers," he said. ASCRS member spotlight: Michael Taravella, MD by Denise Monasterio ASCRS Marketing and Communications Manager These sessions will provide attendees with overviews and comparisons across several ophthalmic categories. The Industry Spotlight Theater will be held Saturday, May 4 through Monday, May 6. Visit the Real-Time Program for more information and a detailed schedule. ASCRS•ASOA Bistro and concessions The ASCRS•ASOA Bistro provides a comfortable setting to eat, meet, and network with colleagues and fellow attendees. It is the ideal lunch op- tion during the 2019 ASCRS•ASOA Annual Meeting. The Bistro is a sit-down lunch concept convenient- ly located on the exhibit floor. The bistro will be open Saturday, May 4 through Monday, May 6 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Attendees can pre-purchase tick- ets online at bistrotickets.com/ascrs or onsite at the attendee registration desk. Concessions stands will also be available in the Exhibit Hall, and Starbucks locations at the Conven- tion Center will be open Friday, May 3 through Monday, May 6. Re-Charge Lounges Throughout the meeting, from Saturday, May 4 through Monday, May 6, all attendees can visit the Re-Charge Lounges. The lounges will offer attendees the chance to recharge their tablets, cell phones, and other devices while relaxing and networking with colleagues between education sessions. The lounges will also offer complimentary flavored ice water stations. You can find more informa- tion and register for the 2019 ASCRS•ASOA Annual Meeting at AnnualMeeting.ASCRS.org. EW Contact information Monasterio: dmonasterio@ascrs.org T he ASCRS•ASOA Annual Meeting is not only known for its exclusive and en- gaging education; it's also known for its world-class Exhibit Hall featuring more than 300 industry exhibitors and exciting networking activities. ASCRS Subspecialty Day Exhibit Hall On Friday, May 3, the ASCRS Sub- specialty Day Exhibit Hall will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Exhibit Hall will be open to all ASCRS Subspecialty Day attendees and offers a unique opportunity to connect with exhibitors. ASCRS•ASOA Exhibit Hall The Annual Meeting Exhibit Hall will be open Saturday, May 4 from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Sunday, May 5 through Monday, May 6, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. More than 300 participating industry companies will feature products and services in the Exhibit Hall. With the Exhibit Hall being open for a total of 25 hours during the Annual Meeting, there will be plenty of time for at- tendees to connect with exhibitors. ASCRS•ASOA Meetings App New in 2019, the ASCRS•ASOA Meetings App will include an inter- active game where participants can win big by visiting the Exhibit Hall. By networking with exhibitors, at- tendees will have the opportunity to enter a daily drawing to win prizes including his and her watches, a digital camera, a set of golf clubs, and a vacation for two. More details will be available soon. Industry Spotlight Theater For the third year in a row, ASCRS will offer a series of product-focused corporate educational sessions (non-CME) in the Industry Spotlight Theater, located in booth #1345. 2019 ASCRS•ASOA Annual Meeting Exhibit Hall to feature product-focused education, local cuisine, prizes, and more Michael Taravella, MD

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