Danson V. Muttuvelu is a renowned consultant ophthalmic surgeon, recognised both in the Nordics and internationally. With numerous refractive and cataract surgeries to his name, he is a leading expert in his field. He and his dedicated team maintain a high standard of professionalism, ensuring patient safety throughout the treatment process. Previously, he served as a senior consultant at Aarhus University Hospital, specialising in anterior segment surgery training.

Dr. Danson V. Muttuvelu is responsible for MitØje, a pioneering teleophthalmology service that collaborates with Louis Nielsen/Specsavers to provide advanced triage services to optometrist stores. This partnership, which it the largest of its kind between optometrists and ophthalmologists, features the world´s largest referral database and has produced several peer-reviewed publications. Moreover, it introduces new ways to make healthcare more cost-effective through innovative solutions.

As the past founding chairman of the Danish Society for Cataract and Refractive Surgery and an active participant in various international professional societies and boards, Danson is committed to enhancing the standards of eye surgery globally. He holds a European Board of Ophthalmology Diploma and is a distinguished expert in advanced eye surgery. His notable achievements and pioneering methods in lens surgery have made him a highly sought-after advisor and speaker.

David Dreiø Carlsen has 22 years of experience in the optical industry, with the past 10 years spent at HOYA Lens Denmark as Area Sales Manager, responsible for Jutland and Iceland. Since HOYA’s launch of MiYOSMART/D.I.M.S in 2018, he has developed a strong passion for myopia management.

Dr. Imran Rashid is a Danish physician, serial author and thought leader on how digital technology impacts human health, behaviour and society. As a former innovation manager at Denmark’s largest private hospital group and Chairman of the Center for Digital Health, he combines medical insight with deep knowledge of digital transformations. Through his engaging keynotes, Imran inspires audiences to create healthier relationships with technology – at work, at home and in society.

Karen Ingerslev is a healthcare innovator, researcher, and leader with over 20 years of experience. She trained as a pshychologist and holds a Cand.psych. degree from Aarhus University, as well as a PhD from Copenhagen Business School, where she specialised in innovation and leadership within public healthcare.

Karen has held leading positions at Aarhus University Hospital and in the Central Denmark Region, alongside a voluntary engagement in social entrepreneurship. She is the co-founder of Sager der Samler and Borgerdesign, and has been part of the organisation Social Sundhed since the initial idea to its national rollout.

Karin Østerby is a qualified optometrist, currently serving as Professional Affairs Manager at CooperVision in Denmark. With a strong clinical background and experience in both practice and industry, Karin is passionate about bridging the gap between innovative contact lens technology and practical application in everyday eye care.

She works closely with eye care professionals to support education, clinical excellence, and the implementation of evidence-based practices. Through her role, she delivers training, lectures, and clinical support, contributing to the advancement of contact lens knowledge and patient outcomes. Karin is known for her engaging communication style and commitment to professional development within optometry.

Marianne Juul-Dam is a trained ophthalmologist from Aarhus and Aalborg University Hospital.
She passed the European Examination of Ophthalmology (EBOD) in 2022.

Marianne works as a senior registrar at the Department of Ophthalmology Vejle Hospital and as a consultant ophthalmologist. In addition, she is part of the research group at the same department, undertaking a PhD project on myopia. The project aims to assess the prevalence of myopia among Danish schoolchildren and to investigate whether there is a difference in the amount of close work, number of breaks in close work, and time spent outdoors in daylight between myopic and non-myopic children.

Marianne has a special interest in paediatric ophthalmology due to the wide range of conditions and clinical diversity. She is fascinated by the special interaction between doctor, patient, and parents, and finds it rewarding when children leave with a smile because of the difference that’s been made.

Marie Kofoed is an optometrist who earned her BSc in Optometry from Copenhagen Business Academy in 2018 and completed her MSc in Optometry in 2025.

She began her career in optics at Synoptik in 2014, before taking on a dual role as a Special Contact Lens Optometrist at Privatsyn and a Professional Affairs Consultant at Johnson & Johnson. Since 2024, Marie has been with VisionCare, providing clinical guidance on the fitting of specialty contact lenses.

Yousif Subhi is an award-winning ophthalmologist and retinal specialist at Rigshospitalet in Copenhagen, Denmark. He also holds associate professorships at both the University of Southern Denmark and the University of Copenhagen.

Dr. Subhi has published more than 170 papers in peer-reviewed journals and has achieved an H-index of 34. His research focuses on age-related macular degeneration, central serous chorioretinopathy, and evidence-based retinology. He leads clinical research at the section of medical retina at Rigshospitalet and is an energetic group leader and clinician-scientist, deeply committed to research and teaching.