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SOS Shield Award 2026 | Saudi Ophthalmology Society
Saudi Ophthalmology Society

SOS Shield
Award 2026

Community Service Medical Education Ophthalmology Development
SOS Shield Award trophy with shield and laurel
Submission deadline
OCTOBER 4th, 2026
01 · Nomination Criteria

Three key areas of excellence

01

Community Service & Health Volunteering

Engaging in community service, promoting health volunteering, and delivering healthcare services to the widest possible segment of society.

    Requirements
  • Provide evidence of volunteer hours from the Health Volunteering Platform, King Salman Humanitarian Aid Center, or others.
  • Or provide certificates of appreciation for participation in events or campaigns.
02

Continuing Medical Education (CME)

Creating programs that enhance the level of medical education, improving specialized medical services, and benefiting the community. Examples include lectures, specialized workshops, training courses, health caravans, and field visits.

    Requirements
  • Must attach supporting documents such as certificates or official letters proving participation as a speaker or organizer.
03

Contribution & Development in Ophthalmology

Establishing training and development programs for ophthalmology departments, either locally or internationally.

    Requirements
  • Provide a certificate or official appointment letter from the workplace.
  • Attach evidence of reduced waiting times for clinics, surgeries, or referrals.
  • Include proof of accreditation of the training program from the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties.
02 · Eligibility

Award candidacy

Candidates must meet the following requirements to be considered for the Shield Award.

01

Active SOS Membership

The candidate must be an active member of the Saudi Ophthalmology Society.

02

Five-Year Exclusion Period

The candidate must not have received the Shield Award in the past 5 years.

03

Board & Committee Members Ineligible

Current Board members and Awards Committee members are not eligible to apply.

03 · Additional Notes

Important information

Please review these notes carefully before submitting your application.

Committee Discretion

The Awards Committee reserves the right to expand on these three axes when assessing candidates, in line with the award's objectives.

CV Submission

Candidates must submit a brief CV highlighting their areas of excellence.

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