Date: Friday March 12, 2021

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

Topic: Open Angle Glaucoma and Clinical Evaluation AND Optic Nerve Imaging

Speaker: Drs. Neeru Gupta, Eli Kisilevsky and Natalie Brossard 

Registration : https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88604881438?pwd=clRlNGIrcWRORVJIbkZVSGY2MCtJUT09

Passcode: E5shvQ

Joint International Rounds between Precision Cornea Centre (Ottawa, Canada) and Queen Victoria Hospital (NHS Foundation Trust) (London, UK)

Topic: COMET: Clinical Applications for Ocular Surface Reconstruction

Date: Tuesday March 9

Time: 5:00pm – 6:00 pm (EDT, UTC -5)

Presenter: Aida Hajjar-Sesé, MD

Registration: https://webinar.ringcentral.com/webinar/register/WN_PfbeXvmAQAuENe9XNm5MAA

Ottawa Lead: Kashif Baig, MD
London Lead: Aida Hajjar-Sesé, MD

Learning objectives:

At the end of this presentation the attendees will be able to: 1. Understand the assessment and diagnosis of Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency (LSCD) 2. Identify indications and advantages of Cultured Oral Mucosal Epithelial Transplantation (COMET) compared to other techniques of ocular surface reconstruction 3. Measure the success of the treatment

Accreditation: 

The Precision Cornea Centre International Rounds is a self-approved group learning activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Updated March, 2021

This document, which is subject to regular updates, provides best practice evidence informed perspectives for ophthalmologists in Canada and can be viewed as a supplement to the June 3, 2020 COS issued document entitled “Immediately Sequential Bilateral Cataract Surgery (ISBCS) – Key Points”. (Appendix 1).

DISCLAIMER: This document should not be viewed as advocating widespread adoption of ISBCS; however, if individuals or groups are considering this or already engaging in the practice in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic, then we hope that the perspectives shared will be helpful. It will be important for those doing ISBCS to follow best practice recommendations so as to optimize outcomes and minimize the risk of complications. It is also important to note that standards of ISBCS and restrictions due to COVID are evolving and all surgeons must stay updated and use clinical acumen and judgement when deciding what is best- care for their patients.

Access Details

Read the Full Immediate Sequential Bilateral Cataract Surgery (ISBCS) COVID-19 Considerations here.

Topic: Addressing Critical Gaps in Global Health and Development

Date:

• Virtual Conference March 12-14, 2021
• Satellite Sessions: March 1-11, 2021

Registration is now open for the 2021 Canadian Conference on Physician Leadership (Apr. 26–29)

This year, the Canadian Society for Physician Leaders (CSPL) has partnered with Joule, a Canadian Medical Association (CMA) company, to offer a virtual conference with an expanded line-up of sessions: 4 masterclasses, 6 keynotes and 21 workshops. All sessions are delivered by experts in driving change, creative problem-solving and transforming health organizations.

Access Details

Register here

Date: Friday March 5, 2021

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

Topic:  Closed Angle and Secondary Glaucoma    

Speaker: Dr. Christoph Kranemann   

Zoom Link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87383096609?pwd=d2dzT2JaSDNwa1R2bEthc3dRZVg3Zz09

Passcode: cMNf66

Supporting people with sight loss in Atlantic Canada!

Date: February 26, 2021
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm EST

About the Auction

As part of the East Coast Kitchen Party, this auction will raise essential funds to support innovative programs for people with sight loss in the four Atlantic provinces. These vital programs connect people with life-changing technology, prepare children and youth who are blind for life after high school, and transform our communities to be more accessible and inclusive.

Welcome Katie Kelly, Entertainment Host for CTV Morning Live and CTV News at 5, as our host and will feature an online auction, stories from CNIB program participants, and an incredible line-up of performers from across the Atlantic provinces.

Tickets: $25.00

Receive a tax receipt and support vital programs that are helping to change what it is to be blind.

Access Details

Register to the Live Auction Here!

Webinar: Fellowship considerations

Date: Tuesday, March 9
Time: 8 pm ET

Join this webinar which is designed for current and potential fellows where we will discuss: tax considerations, U.S. visas, financial planning strategies and special programs for fellows.

Access Details
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Webinar sponsored by MD Management

This webinar will address inequity of access to services to those most at risk within North America, with a particular focus on racial disparities in glaucoma.

Topic: Addressing Inequity in Access to Glaucoma Services

Date: Tuesday, March 9^th, 2021

Time: 4pm- 5pm

Key topic areas:

• Understanding racial disparities in glaucoma
• Inequities in glaucoma services (North America)
• Examples of addressing the inequities

Register Here.