Join the International Council of Ophthalmology for their 39th World Ophthalmology Congress® (WOC2024®), taking place in the exciting city of Vancouver, Canada from August 16th to 19th 2024. The Vancouver Convention Center is a stunning waterfront landmark that offers convenient access to all the major visitor amenities in downtown Vancouver.

WOC2024® will once again bring together the world ophthalmology community and those who work with them for a uniquely immersive learning experience designed to shape the future of sight. Benefit from the WOC2024® scientific program comprising all eye care subspecialties to stay up to date with the latest research and trends in ophthalmology.

With discounted early bird registration rates available until April 15, 2024, now is the perfect time to register. Enjoy interactive sessions with society symposia, surgical wetlabs, subspecialty days, industry symposia, and poster presentations, as well as invaluable networking opportunities

For more information, CLICK HERE.

The Master Clinician Alliance (MCA) is providing a Section 3 accredited online self-assessment program focusing on ocular AE assessment and management. Navigate through a learning path that includes a pre- and post-questionnaire, patients cases, knowledge questions as well as presentations.

QUICK AND EASY PARTICIPATION, NO ZOOM MEETINGS! Simply complete the program on your own, conveniently from your mobile device or computer. The program is expected to take about 1 hour to complete. Please note that the program is available in English and French.

Learning objectives:

By the end of this learning session, you will be able to:

1. Describe the mechanisms of action and design of antibody drug conjugates (ADCs)
2. Recognize the corneal toxicities caused by ADCs and propose appropriate corneal adverse event (AE) management strategies to minimize ocular complications
3. Implement effective communication and coordination strategies to enhance collaborative care for oncology patients experiencing corneal toxicities

To register for this self-assessment program, please click HERE.

The latest issue of Canadian Eye Care Today is now available! This publication features clinical perspectives and practical information on topics in eye care relevant to today’s clinician. Its peer-reviewed articles focus on the treatment and management of eye disease from a Canadian perspective.

The content of this issue includes:

• Gene Therapy Updates for Inherited Retinal Dystrophies
  • Melissa Lu, MD; Daniel Milad, MD; Cynthia X. Qian, MD, FRCSC.
• Recent Advances in the Evaluation and Treatment of Primary Angle Closure Disease
  • Alanna James, MD; Benjamin Y. Xu, MD, PhD.
• Corneal Lumps and Bumps
  • Mohammad Al-Fayyadh, MD; Mona Koaik, MD.
• Retinal Artery Occlusion and Neurovascular Risk
  • Jesia Hasan, MD, FRCSC.
• Approach to Infectious Keratitis: Clinical Pearls While on Call
  • Sonia N. Yeung, MD, PhD, FRCSC, FACS; Alfonso Iovieno, MD, PhD, FRCSC, FACS; Barbara Burgos-Blasco, MD, PhD.

To access the latest issue, click on the picture below!

The February 2024 CJO is now available online. Here are some of the highlights: 

Editor-in-Chief’s report: 2023 at CJO: In this editorial, Dr. Varun Chaudhary highlights some of the CJO’s key accomplishments and outcome metrics from 2023, including another significant increase in the journal’s Impact Factor, which now sits at 4.2.

Resident Perspectives + visual abstract: Our talented team of residents have summarized 3 articles with a focus on what’s most relevant to ophthalmology learners here in Canada and around the globe. In addition, our February visual abstract provides a visual summary of an article on Risk factors for ischemic cerebral stroke in patients with acute amaurosis fugax.

Original research articles:

• Analysis of ophthalmology subspeciality opioid prescribing patterns during the opioid public health crisis
• Safety and efficacy of micropulse transscleral cyclophotocoagulation
• Use of virtual care in ophthalmology in Ontario, Canada in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic
• Equity, diversity, and inclusion landscape in Canadian postgraduate medical education for ophthalmology
• Multifocal electroretinographic findings in angiographic macular leakage in the setting of intermediate, posterior, or panuveitis

Research letters, photo essays, and case reports:

• Comparison of ChatGPT to ophthalmology resident and staff consultants on an ophthalmological training tool [research letter]
• Text-to-image artificial intelligence models for preoperative counselling in oculoplastics [research letter]
• Cilioretinal artery occlusion secondary to central retinal vein occlusion [photo essay]
• Retinal ischemic perivascular lesions and sickle cell maculopathy [photo essay]
• Strabismus in early disseminated Lyme disease: case report and summary of the literature [case report]
• Poor response of solitary optic disc retinal capillary hemangioblastoma to intravitreal propranolol [case report]
• Blockchain technology: revolutionizing ophthalmology and patient-centered care [correspondence]

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Doctors are people, too. Making meaningful connections—with each other, with patients, and within our health systems—is integral to physicians’ health and well-being. The International Conference on Physician Health (ICPH) 2024 is an opportunity for physicians and researchers from Canada, the United States and United Kingdom to learn from each other, network around their work and connect on issues that matter. Showcase your work, share your knowledge and engage your peers by submitting an abstract for written posters, oral, panel and workshop presentations by April 12, 2024.

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Date: October 17 – 19th, 2024

For more information about registration and the conference, click HERE.

To submit an abstract, click HERE.

Thank you to all the participants who were able to join us during the live session, we hope you enjoyed the webinar! We are pleased to offer a recording of the forum. If you missed the live session, you will still be able to access presentations on Advocacy; Artificial Intelligence; Sustainability in Ophthalmology; and Drug Shortages & Essential Medications.

Learning objectives:

1. Understand how COS is advocating for policy changes at the government level to improve eye care accessibility and quality
2. Be able to describe how COS is working with partners at Health Canada to analyze the causes and consequences of ophthalmic drug shortages and develop strategies to lessen their impact on patient care
3. Know more of the current and potential applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in ophthalmology and their potential to impact patient care and clinical decision-making
4. Be more aware of the environmental impact of ophthalmic practices and devices and the strategies for promoting sustainability in ophthalmic practice

The fourth issue of the 2023 Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive & Glaucoma Surgery is out! This issue is titled: SHOCKING CASES!

The Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive and Glaucoma Surgery (VJCRGS) represents a lifelong mission of renowned ophthalmic surgeon and educator, Robert H. Osher, MD, to advance knowledge and surgical training of eye surgeons. The VJCRGS pioneered video-based surgical education when it debuted in 1985 as a quarterly subscription serving the needs of cataract and refractive surgeons. In 2018, the Video Journal’s scope expanded to include glaucoma surgery in line with the evolving trends in anterior segment surgical management.

Table of contents

To access this educational content, visit: http://www.vjcrgs.com/

We recognize the importance of promoting a more inclusive and diverse community of ophthalmologists, and we’re committed to providing valuable resources to support our members in this journey including a glossary of EDI terms, online resources, and infographics.

By embracing EDI principles, we can create a more equitable and welcoming environment for patients and professionals alike. As you engage with our resources, remember that embracing these principles not only benefits your own professional development but also enhances the quality of patient care.

We invite you to actively participate in promoting EDI within ophthalmology. Share your insights, experiences, and suggestions to help us expand our resources and support for the community.

Glossary of EDI Terms: Understanding the language of EDI is an essential first step in promoting inclusivity and diversity within your practice. Explore our short glossary of key EDI terms.
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Incorporating EDI Principles into Your Organization or Team: Learn how to foster an inclusive environment by understanding and implementing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion principles.
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Anti-Racism: Discover strategies and resources for addressing and combating racism within your organization or team.
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Implicit Bias: Explore the impact of unconscious bias and ways to mitigate its effects in your workplace.
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Microaggressions in Healthcare: Recognize and address microaggressions that occur in healthcare settings, fostering a more respectful environment.
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Strategies to Approach Microaggressions: Gain practical techniques and insights for effectively addressing and reducing microaggressions in your organization.
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Resources for Conducting Research: Access tools and references for conducting research that promotes Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in your field.
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Resources for Medical Education and Residency: Discover educational resources and strategies for integrating EDI principles into medical education.
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Economics & EDI: Explore the economic aspects of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and how they impact your organization or team.
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Videos and TED Talks: Access a collection of insightful videos and TED Talks that provide valuable perspectives and practical insights on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
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Other Resources on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:

Find additional valuable resources to deepen your understanding and implementation of EDI principles beyond the listed categories.
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The December 2023 CJO is now available online. Here are some of the highlights:

Resident Perspectives + visual abstract: Our talented team of residents have summarized 4 articles with a focus on what’s most relevant to ophthalmology learners here in Canada and around the globe, including the article featured in our October visual abstract, Comparison of pre-formalin fixation and postfixation temporal artery biopsy lengths

Original research articles:

• Updated inventory and projections for Canada’s ophthalmology workforce
• Long-term outcomes of type 1 retinopathy of prematurity following monotherapy with bevacizumab: a Canadian experience
• Assessment of the optic nerve, macular, and retinal vascular effects of COVID-19
• Idiopathic epiretinal membranes: postoperative changes in morphology
• Impact of inherited retinal diseases on Canadian patients and families: a mixed-methods study
• Backlog in ophthalmic surgeries associated with the COVID-19 pandemic in Ontario 2020

Research letters, photo essays, and case reports:

• Antibiotic resistance profile in bacterial keratitis: a single-centre study [research letter]
• Costs associated with treating uveal melanoma are understudied [research letter]
• Hyperviscosity retinopathy from chronic myelogenous leukemia [photo essay]
• Diffuse infiltrating retinoblastoma: a panuveitis masquerade [photo essay]
• Variable phenotypic expression of MYOC mutations in a family with inherited pediatric glaucoma [case report]
• Rapidly progressive optic neuropathy due to optic nerve sheath meningioma following hormonal fertility treatment [case report]
• Optical coherence tomography angular hyperreflectivity as an early sign in acute macular neuroretinopathy [case report]

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