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Our EyeNovation webinar featured Dr. Massimo Busin, who presented on INTRA-KER: A Novel Concept for a Hybrid Keratoprosthesis.

This session explored the concept of INTRA-KER, a hybrid keratoprosthesis that integrates a synthetic optical device with a biologic scaffold, offering practical insights and clinical perspectives relevant to ophthalmologists and trainees.

Massimo Busin, MD, is the chairman of the Department of Ophthalmology at “Ospedali Privati Forlì” in Forlì (Italy) and is also a Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Bonn (Germany), as well as and Adjunct Associate Clinical Professor at LSU (New Orleans, USA). Since 2017 he has been appointed Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of the Residency program of the Department of Ophthalmology in Ferrara (Italy)

Dr. Busin has received from the AAO (American Academy of Ophthalmology) the “Honor Award” in 1993, the “Senior Honor Achievemt” award in 2003, the “Life Achievement” award in 2013 and the “Special Recognition Award” in 2015; from SOI (Società Oftalmologica Italiana) the Gold Medal “Maestro dell’Oftalmologia” in 2012. He has delivered several eponimal lectures and has also received several prizes for both videos and lectures delivered at international meetings, among which the AAO, the ESCRS, the DOC, the ASCRS, the SOI. He has authored more than 250 peer-reviewed papers, and 24 book chapters.

Learning Objectives

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

1. Understand the foundational concept, key surgical principles as well as clinical indications of INTRA-KER

CanMEDS Role: Medical Expert

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Our inaugural Representation Circle webinar featured Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya, who presented on Surgical Learning, Research and Mentorship.

This interactive session explored mentorship, surgical learning, and research development in ophthalmology training, while creating space for meaningful discussion and shared experiences across the ophthalmology community. The session also included a live Q&A with participants.

Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya is the Alan Adler Professor of Ophthalmology, member of the Vitreoretinal Surgery Service, and Director of Ocular Oncology at the Byers Eye Institute at Stanford. As Director of the Vitreoretinal Surgery and Medical Retina Fellowships, he has helped build a highly regarded academic-focused retina training program and has trained more than 50 retina and ocular oncology fellows over the past 20 years. He has coauthored over 230 peer-reviewed publications and is internationally recognized for his contributions to surgical education, mentorship, and vitreoretinal training.

Dr. Awwad serves as Associate Editor of the Journal of Refractive Surgery and sits on the Editorial Board of the American Journal of Ophthalmology. His work has earned numerous international distinctions, including the George Waring Medal for Editorial Excellence and the AAO Achievement Award. He has also contributed innovative analytical tools and formulas to major ophthalmic platforms and holds patents in artificial intelligence and computer vision related to ophthalmic surgery.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session, participants were able to:

1. Review elements of organizing surgical learning in residency
2. Understand concepts of research development in residency

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Our EyeNovation webinar featured Dr. Awwad, who presented on The evolving landscape of CAIRS.

This session explored the latest developments in CAIRS, including evolving surgical techniques, preparation methods, and clinical outcomes, offering valuable, practice-oriented insights for ophthalmologists and trainees.

Dr. Shady Awwad is Professor of Ophthalmology and Head of the Cornea & Refractive Surgery Division at the American University of Beirut Medical Center, where he also founded the Refractive Surgery Fellowship Program. He is internationally recognized for his expertise in refractive and keratoconus surgery and has authored more than 130 peer-reviewed publications.

Dr. Awwad serves as Associate Editor of the Journal of Refractive Surgery and sits on the Editorial Board of the American Journal of Ophthalmology. His work has earned numerous international distinctions, including the George Waring Medal for Editorial Excellence and the AAO Achievement Award. He has also contributed innovative analytical tools and formulas to major ophthalmic platforms and holds patents in artificial intelligence and computer vision related to ophthalmic surgery.

Learning Objectives

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

1. Introduction to CAIRS, their outcomes and their mechanism of action
2. Insights into the changing trends in CAIRS preparation, insertion, and surgical techniques.

University of Toronto and Wills Eye Hospital are proud to present the next installment of the Cornea Surgical Video Learning Series 

Date: Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Time: 1930 – 2100 PM EDT

Co-moderated by Professors Sadeer Hannush (Wills Eye Hospital) and Allan Slomovic (University of Toronto).

Keynote Lecturer
Mona Dagher MD, FRCSC
Professor, University of Montreal
Head of Ophthalmology, Centre Hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal (CHUM)

Guest Panellists
Neera Singal MD, FRCSC and Clara Chan MD, FRCSC (University of Toronto)
Marisa Schoen MD & Zeba Syed MD (Wills Eye Hospital)

Surgery Case Presentations
Maria Rizk MD, FRCSC (Université de Montréal)
Betul Bayraktutar MD, DO (Wills Eye Hospital)

You are invited to a Zoom webinar. You must register in order to join and receive your CPD.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CjpTHmDnRs-z1kvSbjvEGA#

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

The evening will as usual be recorded and placed online for viewing.

If you would like to view prior sessions in the series, please visit:
https://ophthalmology.utoronto.ca/subspecialty-rounds

CME credits are available for the following:
· Royal College Maintenance of Certification Section 1: 1.5 hours (1.5 Section 1 hours per session)
· American Medical Association Category 1: 1.5 credits (1.5 Category 1 credits per session)
· European Union for Medical Specialists UEMS-EACCME®: 1.5 credits (1.5 ECMEC credits per session)

📅 Wednesday, March 25
⏰ 7:00–8:00 p.m. ET

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We are pleased to invite you to our next EyeNovation webinar, “Herpes Simplex Keratitis,” presented by Dr. Sadeer B. Hannush, Professor of Ophthalmology at Thomas Jefferson University and Attending Surgeon on the Cornea Service at Wills Eye Hospital.

This session will provide a practical, clinically focused review of herpes simplex keratitis (HSK), addressing its varied presentations, impact on the anterior segment, and considerations for both medical and surgical management.

Learning Objectives

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

1. Differentiate and treat infectious versus immunologic forms of herpes simplex keratitis
2. Describe the effects of HSK on the various layers of the anterior segment
3. Discuss surgical management options for herpetic corneal scarring

Missed the conversation on the future of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and the evolving landscape of vision care? A recording is available for you to view below!

After this session, participants will:

• Integrate multidisciplinary perspectives to advance excellence in ophthalmic care, synthesizing knowledge from advocacy, education, mentorship, technology, and diversity initiatives to strengthen both clinical practice and the broader ophthalmology profession
• Evaluate the impact of emerging trends and technologies on the future of ophthalmology assessing how innovations, such as artificial intelligence and digital collaborations, are transforming patient care, training, and professional engagement within ophthalmology.
• Promote a culture of equity, inclusion, and lifelong learning in ophthalmology, applying principles of equity, diversity, and mentorship to enhance professional development, foster inclusive leadership, and improve educational and clinical outcomes.

Join Dr. Nina Ahuja, Chair of the Council on Advocacy for the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, to review the year in advocacy and explore what’s coming in 2026.

*Elisabeth Fowler covers this topic in our French Forum on January 28.

Dr. Adam Muzychuk shares exciting updates on the planning process and highlights, including the inaugural Film Festival, Co-developed Symposium, Skills Transfer Courses, and Self-assessment Programs.

*Dr. Mona Dagher covers this topic in our French Forum on January 28.

Dr. Fares Antaki discusses advancements in AI and their importance for ophthalmology.

Dr. Anne Nguyen provides updates on the Council of Canadian Ophthalmology Residents (CCOR) and its work supporting residents in Canada.

Dr. Imaan Kherani presents the COS Equity-focused Mentorship Program and its initiatives.

*Stephanie Nou covers this topic in our French Forum on January 28.

Our COS President, Dr. Mona Dagher, will be moderating the session.

Wills Eye Hospital and the University of Toronto are proud to present the next installment of the Cornea Surgical Video Learning Series:

Date: Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Time: 10:00 – 11:30 AM EST

Co-moderated by Professors Sadeer Hannush (Wills Eye Hospital) and Allan Slomovic (University of Toronto).

Keynote Lecture:
Professor Harminder Dua, CBE, DL, FRCS, FRCOphth, PhD
Professor & Chair of Ophthalmology
University of Nottingham

Guest Panelists
Beeran Meghpara, MD and Ravi Patel, MD (Wills Eye Hospital)
David Rootman, MD FRCSC and Asim Ali, MD FRCSC (University of Toronto)

Surgery Case Presentations:
Brian Do, MD (Wills Eye Hospital)
Aera Kee, MD (University of Toronto)

Topic:
DOVS Cornea Surgical Video Learning Series – Amnion in Ocular Surface Reconstruction
with Professor Harminder Dua

Register in advance for this webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U4bZYDg3Rz2bvndKY09VyA

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

The session will be recorded and placed online for later viewing.

If you would like to view prior sessions in the series, please visit:
https://ophthalmology.utoronto.ca/subspecialty-rounds

CME credits are available for the following:
· Royal College Maintenance of Certification Section 1: 1.5 hours (1.5 Section 1 hours per session)
· American Medical Association Category 1: 1.5 credits (1.5 Category 1 credits per session)
· European Union for Medical Specialists UEMS-EACCME®: 1.5 credits (1.5 ECMEC credits per session)

Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026

Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Eastern Time

Title: Fellowship, early career, and general life hacks

Speaker: Dr. Joshua Teichman

Zoom Link to Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UEc92Nu8S9u7wqegAB_Bsw#/registration

After this session, participants will be able to:

• Explore conditions not found in textbooks;
• Discuss mindset for unknown cases;
• Discuss productivity and efficiency pearls.

The VPP Grand Rounds Local and Visiting Professor Program 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. You will be able to claim 1 credit for this round.

Date: Friday January 9th, 2026

Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Title: Hereditary Vitreoretinopathies: From Recognition to Retinal Detachment Prevention

Speaker: Dr. Gareth Mercer

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_R9XhApxlROemwiti13uKKw#/

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

After this webinar, participants will be able to:

• Differentiate Stickler Syndrome and Familial Exudative Vitreoretinopathy (FEVR) based on key clinical and imaging features, including associated non-ocular conditions.
• Understand the genetic basis and inheritance patterns of Stickler Syndrome and FEVR, and their implications for familial screening.
• Compare and apply disease-specific approaches to retinal detachment risk assessment and prophylaxis.

The VPP Grand Rounds Local and Visiting Professor Program 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. You will be able to claim 1 credit for this round.