Ophthalmic World Leaders
Mark Your Calendar
OWL at AECOS Europe - Networking Reception
Friday, June 12, 2026
18:00 - 19:00
Join us for our OWL Networking Reception at the AECOS European Symposium in Madrid!
OWL Signature Event at AOA
Thursday, June 18, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Ophthalmic World Leaders will be hosting a program at AOA 2026! Don't miss it - register today!
Upcoming Events
Leadership Summit
July 30-31, 2026
Leading Forward: Stories, Skills & the Future of Eyecare
OWL's annual Leadership Summit is a staple in the event calendar. Our 5th Leadership Summit will be held July 30-31.
We're working to make this year's Summit our most impactful yet! Save the date to join us in Nashville at the Gaylord Opryland Resort.
2026 program updates in progress!
Featured Champions
Jugoslav Isakovic
Director, Core Cataract Marketing, US
Alcon
Jugoslav Isakovic is a senior marketing leader with over 20 years of global experience in the medical device and healthcare industry. Currently serving as Director, Core Cataract Marketing, US at Alcon, Jugoslav leads downstream marketing strategy for surgical innovations that support ophthalmic surgeons and advance patient care. His career spans Europe, the Middle East, and the United States, giving him a truly international perspective on leadership, collaboration, and growth.
Throughout his career, Jugoslav has been known for building high-performing, cross‑functional teams and creating clarity in complex environments. He brings together strategy, creativity, and execution to deliver impactful results, while mentoring and developing talent along the way. A strong believer in inclusive leadership, he is passionate about creating space for diverse voices, fostering trust, and helping others stretch beyond their comfort zones to reach their full potential.
As an OWL Champion member, Jugoslav is proud to support the organization’s mission to promote diverse leadership and meaningful community engagement. He values giving back through mentorship, advocacy, and collaboration, and looks forward to contributing to OWL’s continued growth and impact.
Cynthia Matossian
Founder
Matossian Eye Associates
Cynthia Matossian, MD, FACS, is the founder and former Medical Director of Matossian Eye Associates (MEA), a multi-specialty ophthalmology practice with three locations, in two states with 14 physician. An esteemed refractive cataract surgeon and dry eye management specialist, she consults for various pharmaceutical and medical device companies, sharing her extensive expertise. Dr. Matossian is a sought-after lecturer, often taking leadership roles at national and international conferences. She serves on the Board of Directors for Physician Recommended Nutraceuticals, a leading distributor of Omega-3 supplements in eye care and on the Board of Directors for LacriSciences.
Dr. Matossian is Chief Medical Officer for Freya Ophthalmics, Chief Medical Advisor for Bruder-Hilco, and CEO of GPOphtho, a group purchasing organization she founded. She also founded the American College of Eye Technicians (ACET), a nonprofit recruiting adults from less privileged backgrounds, providing foundational online training as eye care assistants, and placing them into ophthalmic practices. A founding member of CEDARS ASPENS and its Industry Council, Dr. Matossian has been named among the Top 100 Women in Ophthalmology, received the Ophthalmic World Leaders Visionary Award, and is one of Ocular Surgery News’ Premier Surgeons.
Dr. Matossian is also the creator and host of Eyes on Efficiency, a Healio-produced series launching in 2025 that highlights operational strategies and expert insights to help physicians optimize their medical practices. Through interviews with subject matter experts, the series examines practical methods to enhance efficiency, streamline workflows, and improve profitability in everyday clinical operations.
In academia, Dr. Matossian is an Assistant Instructor at Temple University School of Medicine and a Clinical Instructor at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. She contributes to surgical training programs and has authored numerous articles, including many in peer-reviewed journals.