Nordic Congress of Ophthalmology
9 – 11 June 2022 // Reykjavik, Iceland
NOK 2022
Welcome to Iceland
Trailer by Ólafur Már Björnsson
Welcome
On behalf of the Organizing Committee of the Nordic Congress of Ophthalmology (NOK) we would like to welcome you to Reykjavik June 9th -11th 2022.
The congress will be held in Harpa, Reykjavik´s spectacular conference and concert hall, located by the harbor in Reykjavik center.
The program overview is available on this website. Iceland’s unique location between Scandinavia / Europe and America will join together leading ophthalmologist from both sides of the Atlantic ocean. Retina International World Congrees (RIWC2022) will be held at the same time and venue as NOK2022, making this a unique opportunity in ophthalmology and research.
Reykjavik Arts Festival will take place in the first two weeks of June. The festival is a biannual multidisciplinary festival with a special focus on new commissions and the creative intersection of the arts. It presents, to the widest possible audience, exhibitions and performances of contemporary and classical works in major cultural venues and unconventional spaces throughout the city.
Last but not least, the unspoiled nature of Iceland is here to welcome you. Currently, there is a volcanic eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula, creating a spectacular scenery only 60 minutes away from Reykjavik. This volcanic activity has very different characteristics from the flight disturbing Eyjafjallajökull in 2010 and does not affect travel or pose any danger to any infrastructure.
We look very much forward seeing you at NOK meeting in Reykjavik, 2022.
With best regards
Gunnar Már Zoega, Jóhann Ragnar Guðmundsson, Þóra Gunnarsdóttir
Gunnar Már Zoega, Jóhann Ragnar Guðmundsson and Þóra Gunnarsdóttir
Harpa, the beautiful concert and conference centre features the best conditions for conferences in Iceland. It is conveniently situated at the harbor in the heart of Reykjavík and within walking distance of the city centre with shops, restaurants, art galleries and a vibrant night-life.
Along with the social programme such as the welcoming reception and the conference dinner, participants will have the opportunity to visit Iceland‘s most spectacular attractions, including geysers, waterfalls, volcanoes and glaciers.
Accommodation in various price ranges nearby Harpa has been booked for participants.
Iceland is only 3-4 hours from mainland Europe by flight, and 5-6 hours from the East Coast of North America. A number of international airlines operate flights to Iceland year round from various cities on both sides on the Atlantic.
NOK 2022 and RIWC 2022 held together
The NOK 2022 will be unique as this will be the first time the Nordic Ophthalmology Congress will take place at the same venue and time as the RIWC 2022, The Retina International World Congress.
Introductory videos
Please check out the official welcome video for NOK 2022 prepared by Meet in Reykjavik, the official Visit Reykjavik trailer – and an amazing and fun-filled trailer representing our amazing NOK meeting venue; Harpa Conference and Concert centre.
The city of Reykjavík is so much more than just a destination; it’s a place of exciting possibilities surrounded by incredible landscapes, where countless adventures beckon and a host of natural wonders await. Harpa features the best conditions for conferences in Iceland. It is conveniently situated at the harbor in the heart of Reykjavík and within walking distance of the city centre with shops, restaurants, art galleries and a vibrant night-life.
Welcome to Iceland
NOK 2022 trailer by Meet in Reykjavik
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Welcome to Reykjavík
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Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
Your meeting place in Reykjavík
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→ Head to the link in bio to participate!
→ The submission deadline is until November 26.
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Take a walk on a stone bridge.. 🚶♀️
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Did you know the owner of this house still spends her summers there? 💚
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