(PRESS RELEASE) Attracting over 350 images from around the world, our top three winners impressed on image quality, technical execution, and disease interest.
First place: Pia Emilia Lohri, Lucerne Cantonal Hospital, Switzerland
Pia‘s image, of a dislocated intraocular lens, was praised for its “perfect” execution. Pia wins a top-of-the-range Nikon Z 6 II and NIKKOR lenses, and will have her work published in an ophthalmic journal.
Second place: Yang Zhang, Beijing Tongren Hospital, China
Yang‘s stunning image shows the exudative membrane connecting the anterior capsule to the cornea. Yang wins an Apple Watch Ultra for his great work.
Third place: Katie Lachut-Yevich, VCU Health System, USA
Katie‘s amazing shot shows a Morgagnian cataract. Katie takes the prize of a stylish Ona Brixton leather camera bag for her efforts.
These top three winning images were all taken on a Haag-Streit BX 900 slit lamp.
Check out all the winning images from this year‘s competition here