Conference to Move Online

Date: Saturday, February 5th, 2020

Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, the Toronto Cataract Conference (TCC) scheduled for Saturday, February 5, 2022, will be held online instead of in person. The online conference will be free of charge however pre-registration is required. Register here for online access.

Note: All registrants for the in-person conference will be refunded in the coming weeks. A separate registration is required to attend the online conference, so please register to secure your spot.

Faculty: Ike Ahmed, Steve Arshinoff, Rosa Brage-Mele, Jeb Ong, Amandeep Rai, Josh Teichman

Guest Speaker: Elizabeth Yeu MD

“My evolving approach to astigmatism management”

“Emerging medical and surgical presbyopic treatment options”

Section 1. Cataract Challenges

Our group of surgeons will present challenging cases and discuss pearls in management.

 Section 2. IOL Challenges

A rapid-fire case-based discussion on challenging IOL calculations and selection.

Objectives:

• Work through challenging and controversial cases in a case-based interactive format.
• Understand medico-legal ramifications of cataract surgery delivery in Canada.
• Leverage new technology to improve cataract outcomes.
• Approach and manage comorbidities presenting with cataract.

Dates: June 19, June 26, July 10, July 17, July 24, August 7 

VISCO is a free virtual ophthalmology course that aims to increase accessibility to expert ophthalmology knowledge, no matter what stage you are in your medical training.

The course is composed of two parts:

1. six weekly workshops presented by ophthalmology faculty and residents across Canada, and
2. a high-yield structured reading guide using curated resources that is meant to provide background knowledge to supplement the workshops.

During the course, you will have opportunities to win prizes and learn ophthalmology from incredible teachers.

The content and objectives of this course are based on a curated list of learning objectives endorsed by Canadian Undergraduate Medical Education Leads in Ophthalmology and reference resources from the Association of University Professors in Ophthalmology (AUPO) and the Medical Council of Canada (MCC).
By participating in these workshops, participants can claim Section 2 credits in the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Each video reviewed can be claimed for 0.5 credits.

The Canadian Retina Society’s Annual Meeting is the premier event for retina specialists in Canada. Now in its ninth year, we are pleased that the 2021 Annual Meeting will provide the same high caliber and meaningful educational content as always – this year, delivered via virtual webinar.

Topic: Global Retina Leaders

Date: November 20th, 2021

Time: 11:30am – 3:30pm EST

Speakers:

• David Steel, MD (UK)
• Andre Maia, MD (Brazil)
• Dante Pieramici, MD (USA)
• Elliott Sohn, MD (USA)
• Paul Chan, MD (USA)
• Richard Spaide, MD (USA)
• Amani Fawzi, MD (USA)
• Charles Wykoff, MD (USA)
• Robyn Guymer, MD (Australia)
• Anat Lowenstein, MD (Israel)
• Ramin Tadayoni, MD (France)
• Michael Ip, MD (USA)

Utilizing the virtual platform to its fullest capacity, this year’s agenda will engage 12 world-renowned international speakers, all thought leaders in their respective fields of medical and/or surgical retina.

Registration is accessed via the website.

Date: June 8th – 11th, 2022

Location: The Ritz Carleton, Berlin, Germany

The Information Packet for the 45th Macula Society Annual Meeting is now available! 

Click on the link below for more details and to register:

October 2021

Canadian ophthalmologists have asked the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) to provide guidance with regard to physician fees for services that are presently uninsured by provincial and territorial health insurance in many jurisdictions.

COS commissioned Health Intelligence Inc, an independent and well-respected health research firm, to conduct a study using recognized methodologies to determine fair market value for these uninsured services. Their report, along with the underpinning formulae, are provided following this summary.

Read the full Article here:

Allergan, an AbbVie company, would like to cordially invite you to a Discussion on Highlights from the Drop Reduction in Ocular Pressure Program

Date: Thursday, October 21st, 2021

Time: 10:00pm EST (hosted by Women in Ophthalmology – B.C. Chapter)

Speaker: Cindy Hutnik MD, PhD, FRCSC
Dr. Hutnik is currently President of the Canadian Glaucoma Society and full professor at the Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry. Her research interest is focused on pathophysiology and management of glaucoma with a sub-interest in ocular surface and macular disease.

Please register in advance for the talk by clicking the Zoom link below.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

For more information please contact Gabe Konyves
Business Account Manager Allergan an AbbVie company [email protected]

In accordance with the AbbVie Healthcare Compliance Principles, attendance at this event is limited to healthcare professionals.

The Canadian Psychological Association has produced a series of Fact Sheets in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

English and French links are below.

2023 COS Annual Meeting

June 15 – 18, 2023

Quebec City, Quebec

On behalf of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and the COS Annual Meeting Planning Committee, I am thrilled to invite you to our in-person 2023 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition from June 15-18, 2023, hosted in charming Québec City, Quebec. This year’s theme is Creating a vision for a clear tomorrow.

We look forward to sharing with you our vibrant Exhibition Hall, where you can reconnect with industry partners to explore the latest treatment options and medical devices available.
Beautiful Quebec City is steeped in history, culture, and art. Its historical sites include the Château Frontenac hotel, which dates to the late 19th century. A must-see attraction! The city also boasts a bustling riverfront as well as numerous parks and gardens. With it’s world-renowned dining and shopping, it is a destination not to be missed. Come and enjoy!
Once again, we look forward to welcoming you to the 2023 COS annual meeting!

Mona Harissi-Dagher, MD

Registration is now open, and we are very much looking forward to seeing and connecting with you all!

We encourage you to register before April 18, 2023, to enjoy the early bird rate (standard rates apply as of April 19).

Members who contribute to the COS Advocacy and Public Awareness Fund will receive a $100.00 discount on their early bird registration fee.

This meeting boasts an outstanding international and Canadian faculty presenting the latest in ophthalmic research and practice. The COS Annual Meeting includes invited lectures, scientific papers, wet labs and workshops, as well as networking opportunities and an extensive exhibition of ophthalmic equipment and services.

The COS Annual Meeting brings together ophthalmologists and eye care professionals across the spectrum of vision health, from research to patient care.

Registration Information

Once you login, click the “Event List” button on the right, select “2023 COS Annual Meeting Delegate Registration” and complete the steps to register

NB: The top priority of the COS for the 2023 Annual Meeting and Exhibition is to create a safe environment for all who choose to participate. As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, the COS will work in conjunction with the Centre des congrés de Québec to ensure we follow the most up-to-date local health and safety protocols. Currently Québec public health does recommend their continued use.  The COS is strongly recommending masks be worn in all indoor areas, particularly when you will be in close proximity to others. The COS will continue to monitor and adapt to the evolving situation and we will send out notification of protocols for participants prior to attending the event and links to up-to-date information will also be posted: https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/health-issues/a-z/2019-coronavirus

As the health crisis driven by COVID-19 continues, many health care workers are having to cope with an increase or exacerbation of anxiety, burnout or other challenges related to increasingly difficult work conditions. We’re encouraging physicians to check in on their own health and the CMA has created a Pandemic Wellness Toolkit to help them get started. The toolkit has evidence-based wellness supports, including: 

• A wellness self-assessment tool 
• Access to peer support and counseling services 
• Resources to connect with peers, support your team and overcome challenges related to the pandemic 

Also, completing activities and accessing resources in the toolkit can count towards continuing professional development credits with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (Maintenance of Certification), the College of Family Physicians of Canada (Mainpro+) or the Collège des médecins du Québec (CMQ).