Membership Benefits

Membership of the Ophthalmological Society of West Bengal (OSWB) offers a wide range of academic, professional and networking opportunities designed to support ophthalmologists at every stage of their career.

1Academic Programmes

Automatic invitations to all OSWB academic activities, including CMEs, Journal Clubs, District Outreach Programmes, Community Ophthalmology initiatives, Leadership Development Programmes (LDP), Academic Research Courses (ARC), collaborative CMEs and other scientific events.

2Training & Skill Development

Eligibility to participate in Wet Labs, hands-on surgical workshops, Surgical Skill Transfer Courses (SSTC), Technology Skill Transfer Courses (TSTC), and other skill enhancement programmes conducted by OSWB.

3Research & Scientific Activities

Present research papers, clinical cases, surgical videos and innovations at OSWB scientific meetings.
Collaborate in research with fellow members and institutions.
Publish in the Official Journal of OSWB and contribute to its continued academic growth.

4Publications

Receive the official Journal of OSWB twice annually and OphthaBuzz, the Society's quarterly newsletter.

5Awards, Grants & Recognition

Participate in competitive scientific sessions with attractive awards.
Exclusive opportunities for Postgraduate Trainees, including the Mira Roy Thesis Award and Dr P. K. Chatterjee Free Paper Competition.
Dr B.K. Mitra Memorial Award – Best Free Paper (Under 40 Years): The winner receives direct entry into the AIOS Competitive Free Paper Presentation.
Be eligible to apply for the Dr Chirag Bhatt Travel Grant (subject to the Society's eligibility criteria and applicable guidelines).
Be eligible for Society fellowships, honours and other recognitions.

6Conferences & Community Service

Participate in the OSWB Annual Conference, MIDCON, District Outreach Programmes and Community Ophthalmology camps.
New members enjoy complimentary registration for the Annual Conference during their first year, subject to Society policy.

7Professional Growth & Networking

Build lasting professional relationships through senior–junior mentorship, peer support and member-exclusive communication platforms.
Stay informed about academic programmes, fellowships, grants and Society activities.
Opportunities to serve as faculty or moderators in future academic programmes based on merit and experience.

8Additional Member Privileges

Access to the Society's Group Professional Indemnity Insurance programme (subject to applicable terms and insurer policies).
Life Members, upon ratification in accordance with the Society's Constitution, enjoy voting rights and may participate in the democratic functioning of the Society.

Ophthalmological Society of West Bengal

OSWB Membership Benefits