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Therapeutic Laser Applications (BA)

Bio-Medical Optics

Therapeutic Laser Applications

This group focuses on the use of lasers in surgery and in treatment of disease. This includes the use of lasers as surgical tools for tissue cutting, welding and coagulation, as well as the use of optics to initiate cell-damaging photochemical reactions for the treatment of diseases such as cancer.

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Therapeutic Laser Applications (BA)

This group focuses on the use of lasers in surgery or in other treatments of disease. This includes the use of lasers as surgical tools for tissue cutting, welding and coagulation, as well as the use of optics to initiate cell-damaging photochemical reactions for the treatment of diseases such as cancer. In addition, optics, spectroscopy and imaging provide unique tools that may allow real-time diagnostics of the efficacy of clinical procedures. For many of these applications, the development of optical tools for appropriate light delivery, especially for fiber-based or endoscopic delivery to tissues that are not directly accessible, is critical. In addition, this group emphasizes basic science studies of the mechanisms by which light can affect tissue in adverse or therapeutic ways.

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The Therapeutic Laser Applications Technical Group is looking for OPTICA members to serve in three positions on it's executive committe. We are seeking volunteers for the following roles:

Events Officer

Organize technical events, poster sessions, and networking opportunities at Optica meetings.
Identify potential topics and speakers for engaging discussions.
Work with the chair and other members to coordinate event logistics.

Webinar Officer

Plan and lead 2-3 webinars per year on cutting-edge topics.
Identify relevant themes and expert speakers to engage the community.
Collaborate with the chair and other members to manage webinar logistics.

Social Media Officer

Manage the group’s social media platforms to enhance engagement.
Post discussion topics and event notices regularly.
Work with the chair and other members to update the group’s webpage on optica.org.

If you are interested in one of these roles, apply by 10 March 2025 by completing this google form: https://forms.gle/uQzEDkv8NUjFS1iu7