The AES committee has developed another powerful program this year for the Symposium taking place September 27 & 28, 2024 in Halifax. Our goal is to provide a world-class educational experience reviewing current clinical management of eye disease. This year the main focuses of the symposium are glaucoma, oculoplastics, retina, and neuro-ophthalmology which includes the Dr. Aditya Mishra Memorial Lecture; all presented over 2 days for ophthalmologists, optometrists, students, and ophthalmic personnel and includes a vibrant trade show.

Featured speakers include:

• Dr. Sunir J. Garg, Thomas Jefferson University, Retina
• Dr. Bernard Robert Hurley, University of Ottawa Eye Institute, Retina
• Dr. Jennifer Lim, University of Illinois, Retina
• Dr. Daniel Gold, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Neuro- Ophthalmology
• Dr. Imran Jivarj, Eye Institute of Alberta and Edmonton, Oculoplastic Surgery and Neuro-Ophthalmology
• Dr. Rachel Sobel, Vanderbilt Eye Institute, Oculoplastics
• Dr. Malik Kahook, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Glaucoma
• Dr. Jody Piltz- Seymour, Glaucoma Care Center at Valley Eye Professionals, Glaucoma
• Dr. Matt Schlenker, University of Toronto, Glaucoma
• Dr. Clara C. Chan, University of Toronto, Cornea
• Dr. Mahshad Darvish, McGill University, Cornea
• Dr. Adam Muzychuk, University of Calgary, Cataract
• Dr. Amandeep S. Rai, University of Toronto, Cataract 

For more information and to register: www.atlanticeye.ca

Join us for the 55th Sally Letson Symposium chaired by Dr. Ian Clark, University of Manitoba, and Dr. Solin Saleh (Co-Chair), University of Ottawa.

This year’s topic is “Pediatric Ophthalmology – Making a difference that lasts a lifetime.” Over the course of 2.5 days, the program will delve into the realm of paediatric ophthalmology. Esteemed guest speakers will deliver captivating lectures and presentations, fostering interactive learning and encouraging critical thinking. Seize the opportunity to enrich your knowledge and skills in this vital field.

Location: Westin Ottawa, 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 9H4

Date: September 19 – 21, 2024

For more information, please visit the Sally Letson Symposium Website.

QUESTIONS? For inquiries relating to the scientific program and CPD credits, please contact Jill Garner [email protected]

The Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at the University of Toronto is pleased to announce that they will be hosting the 63rd Annual Walter Wright Symposium from December 6th to 7th, 2024!

The 63rd Annual Walter Wright Symposium will encompass an action-packed agenda for cataract surgeons and the comprehensive ophthalmologist. With this meeting, you will look at cataract surgery innovations and inspirations since it is the 75th anniversary of the 1st IOL inserted by Sir Harold Ridley! You will delve into preop diagnostics and discussion with patients and take the journey to intraoperative technologies and techniques, and finally finish by exploring post op care and dealing with surprises. The University of Toronto has some of the most highly regarded international cataract surgeons invited who will inspire you and guide you through all these steps and challenging cases as well.

They will also have the Cataract Coach symposium and some amazing talks on cataract surgery challenges and complications. Also, cataract surgery in eyes with other co-morbities, unexpected outcomes and how to best manage. Through these different viewpoints, they aim to provide key practical pearls for residents, fellows, community, and academic ophthalmologists as well as allied health personnel. The University of Toronto look forward to connecting and engaging with you at this year’s symposium.

The symposium will take place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (255 Front St W)

For more information regarding registration, please visit: https://www.cpd.utoronto.ca/walterwright/

This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, approved by Continuing Professional Development, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. You may claim a maximum of 10.0 hours (credits are automatically calculated).

Date: Friday, May 31st 2024

Location: Hockey Hall of Fame – Toronto, ON

Don’t miss this session with renowned experts sharing their experience with the latest digital and surgical innovations to improve patient outcome and optimize clinical workflows.

This session includes:

• Shamik Bafna, MD
• Hady Saheb, MD
• David Wong, MD

For more information, visit: https://www.zeiss.ca/meditec/en/news-events/events/cos_2024_zeiss.html

Date: July 3 – 6, 2024

Location: McGill University Health Center, 1001 Decarie Blvd, Montreal, Quebec

Registration is now open for the Refractive Surgery Alliance’s course on Refractive Lens and Cataract Surgery. This course is a comprehensive, interactive course that covers all aspects of refractive lens and cataract surgery and is open to all cataract and refractive surgery ophthalmologists.

The course covers the following key topics:

• Principles and philosophy of lens refractive surgery
• Lens-based approaches for the surgical management of presbyopia
• Patient evaluation and education
• Preoperative technologies, biometry, and surgical planning
• IOL technologies
• Surgical pearls
• Postoperative considerations and complication management
• Phakic IOLs and myopic lens surgery
• Growing your lens refractive practice
• Future considerations

The course faculty includes:

• Guillermo Rocha, MD, FWCRS (Course Chairman)
• Roger Zaldlvar, MD, MBA, FWCRS
• Samuel Masket, MD
• Damien Gatinel, MD, PhD, FWCRS
• Baseer Khan, MD
• Paul Harasymowycz, MD
• Guy M Kezirian, MD, MBA, FWCRS
• Erik Mertens, MD, FWCRS

To learn more about this course and for registration details, visit: https://www.refractivealliance.com/moderncataractsurgery/

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.

Date: Tuesday January 24, 2023

Time: 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Topic: Retina cases that shock and awe

Speakers: Dr. Jose Pulido

Zoom Link – Register in advance for this webinar:

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

January 14, 2023 — Hilton Downtown Toronto

The 2023 Toronto Cataract Course returns with an in-person format for cataract surgeons from across Canada to discuss and learn about the latest intraocular lens advancements as well as improvements in surgical and perioperative technology. We will also discuss the management of complex and complicated cataracts.

Our technician program is tailored to office and allied medical personnel and promises to increase knowledge and expertise to make clinic and surgery run smoother, efficiently and improve outcomes.

Conference Chair

Ike K. Ahmed MD FRCSC
Assistant Professor
Fellowship Director, Glaucoma and Anterior Segment Surgery (GAASS) Fellowship
Research Director, Kensington Eye Institute University of Toronto
Division Head, Ophthalmology
Trillium Health Partners
Medical Director, Credit Valley EyeCare and Osler EyeCare
Co-Medical Director, TLC Mississauga

2023 Objectives
Participants will be able to:

• Work through challenging and controversial cases in a case-based interactive format.
• Understand the optics, indications, and complications of novel intraocular lens implant technology.
• Leverage new technology to improve cataract outcomes.
• Approach and manage comorbidities presenting with cataract.