Join us for an accredited, free webinar focused on the future of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and the evolving landscape of vision care. This webinar will take place on January 23, at 7:00 PM EST.

Hear from speakers on key topics, including: Advocacy in Eye Health Barriers, Corneal Donation, Ergonomics and Injury Prevention, Ethical Considerations in Ophthalmology, and Annual Meeting Updates: 2025 AI Stream Preview.

After this session, participants will:

• Understand how COS is advocating for policy changes at the government level to improve eye care accessibility and quality. 
• Be more aware of the latest information on ergonomics and injury prevention and how the profession is affected by injury. Present the latest updates on funding opportunities to CMA and outputs related to project development. 
• Know more of the status of the COS Annual Meeting in 2025 and provide information about our new stream on Artificial Intelligence. 
• Understand the importance of ethics in our profession and learn about the virtues exemplified by the ethical physician. 

Join Dr. Nina Ahuja, Chair of the Council on Advocacy for the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, as she explores the multifaceted role of advocacy in ophthalmology. Discover how advocacy shapes clinical practice, drives research, raises public awareness, and influences health policy. Learn actionable strategies to amplify our collective voice, inspire meaningful change, and ensure a future of eye care defined by inclusivity, innovation, and excellence.

*Elisabeth Fowler covers this topic in our French Forum on January 29.

Dr. Adam Muzychuk shares exciting updates on the planning process and highlights of what to expect at the 2025 COS Annual Meeting in Vancouver. As the COS Annual Meeting Chair and a new member of the COS Board, Dr. Muzychuk discusses how the event is shaping up to be an extraordinary experience for Canadian ophthalmologists, featuring world-renowned experts across every subspecialty.

*Dr. Mona Dagher covers this topic in our French Forum on January 29.

Dr. Samir Jabbour delves into current guidelines on corneal donation and their impact on the Canadian eye banking system. His presentation will address the specific limitations faced by corneal donors from the MSM community and explore future opportunities to improve these regulations.

Dr. Chryssa McAlister runs a diverse comprehensive ophthalmology practice with an academic focus on bioethics and organizes the biennial Macrae Bioethics and Professionalism Course for senior ophthalmology residents. McAlister is a frequent speaker at conferences on topics of bioethics in ophthalmology and medical education. Her presentation will highlight how to cultivate virtues in a business model of ophthalmology. 

Dr. R. Rishi Gupta is on a mission to educate every Canadian Ophthalmologist on injury prevention and ergonomics. His presentation will highlight the strong collaboration and efforts of the newly established COS working group, and their lofty goals for the years to come. Not to worry – we’ve got your back!

*Dr. Cyril Archambault covers this topic in our French Forum on January 29.

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

Together, let’s explore the future of ophthalmology in Canada.

The University of Alberta and ACUPO are eager to present: Tuesdays with the Titans: Ophthalmology Update and Review Lecture Series. This is a series of webinars that will be hosted on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 – 7:30 PM, MST. Learners are expected to:

• Apply the latest updates in comprehensive ophthalmology
• Review the 10 ophthalmic subspecialties prior to OKAP and the Royal College written exams.

The schedule is as follows:

These webinars are eligible for MOC Section 1 Credits. Please contact [email protected] for registration information.

We are excited to announce the next webinar in our “EyeNovation: International Webinar Series for Ophthalmic Expertise” series, “Impact of corneal spherical aberration and pupil dynamics on premium IOLs’ optical behavior,” presented by the esteemed Professor Damien Gatinel from Hôpital Bichat-Claude Bernard, Université Paris Cité.

Professor Gatinel, a Hospital Practitioner currently on secondment at Hôpital Bichat-Claude Bernard, Université Paris Cité, has an impressive background. He has been leading the Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery Department at the Rothschild Foundation Hospital since 2009 and serves as an Associate Professor at the International Abulcassis University of Health Sciences in Rabat, Morocco. With a PhD in applied mathematics, Professor Gatinel has pioneered a new classification of ocular optical aberrations and issued several patents, including the first design of a diffractive trifocal lens. His contributions have earned him over 25 international awards and recognition as a Knight of the Order of the Crown by the Kingdom of Belgium.

In this webinar, Professor Gatinel will:

• Analyze how corneal spherical aberration influences the optical behavior of premium intraocular lenses (IOLs), with a focus on their interaction with different corneal profiles.
• Examine how variations in pupil size affect the modulation transfer function (MTF) and other optical parameters of premium IOLs under simulated conditions.
• Apply insights from measurements and simulations to optimize the selection of premium IOLs.

If you missed this incredible opportunity to learn from a leading expert in the field and advance your ophthalmic expertise, you can review the recording below:

Stay tuned for future webinars in the EyeNovation series, as we continue to bring you the latest advancements and expert perspectives in ophthalmology. Together, we can improve patient care and push the boundaries of what is possible in this dynamic field.

Date: Friday, November 8th, 2024

Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM (Eastern Standard Time)

Title: Lessons Learned from Uveitis Cases

Speaker: Dr. Nisha Acharya

Zoom link: Register in advance for this webinar

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

Objectives:

1. To understand the pros and cons of systemic vs. local therapy for the management of uveitis;

2. To become familiar with the evidence available to guide management of uveitic macular edema;

3. To learn about prevention strategies for herpes zoster ophthalmicus.

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: Thursday, November 7th, 2024

Time: 7:30 – 9:30 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Title: Cell therapy for Corneal Endothelial Dystrophies

Speaker: Dr. Joshua Teichman

Zoom Link: Register in advance for this webinar

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

Objectives:

1. Understand the current standard of care in the management of corneal endothelial dysfunction;

2. Describe medical and surgical options for treatment of symptomatic Fuchs dystrophy and bullous keratopathy;

3. Learn about future alternatives for corneal endothelial cell replacement.

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.

We are thrilled to announce the next webinar in our “EyeNovation: International Webinar Series for Ophthalmic Expertise” series, “The Light Adjustable Lens: Impressions after 500 and my 2 eyes,” presented by esteemed ophthalmologist Dr. Samir Melki from Harvard Medical School. This webinar took place on October 30th, from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET.

Dr. Melki, an associate professor of ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School, has an impressive background, including completing a fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, an MD PhD from Vanderbilt University, and an Ophthalmology residency at Georgetown University. He is the founder of Boston Vision, an academically-oriented practice, and has published 4 textbooks and 57 articles in respected peer-reviewed scientific journals.

In this webinar, Dr. Melki shared his LAL experience with the first 500 eyes, discussing the technology, process, and outcomes. Attendees will gain insights into:

• The process of the LAL;
• Comparison of the visual outcomes of the LAL and other IOLs;
• Patient satisfaction after LAL implantation.

Dr. Melki also discussed the success rate of monovision after LAL, the percentage of patients requesting a change in refractive aim, and his personal experience with LAL and LAL plus from a surgeon’s perspective.

You can watch the recording below:

Missed this webinar? Stay tuned for future webinars in the EyeNovation series, as we continue to bring you the latest advancements and expert perspectives in ophthalmology. Together, we can improve patient care and push the boundaries of what is possible in this dynamic field.

The field of ophthalmology is constantly evolving, with new techniques, technologies, and best practices emerging regularly. To help ophthalmologists stay at the forefront of their profession, we are proud to introduce “EyeNovation: International Webinar Series for Ophthalmic Expertise.”

This innovative webinar series aims to connect ophthalmologists from around the world, fostering knowledge sharing and collaboration. Each webinar will feature renowned experts presenting on cutting-edge topics and sharing their invaluable experiences.

We are thrilled to announce our inaugural webinar, “Pearls from the Trenches: What I’ve learned from doing complex cases,” presented by esteemed ophthalmologist Dr. Steven Safran. With years of experience tackling challenging ophthalmic cases, Dr. Steven Safran will share the lessons he has learned and provide practical insights to enhance attendees’ clinical practice.

The webinar took place on September 30th from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST and included a live Q&A session, allowing attendees to engage directly with Dr. Safran.

By attending this webinar, ophthalmologists will:

1. Gain valuable insights from a leading expert in the field
2. Learn practical strategies for managing complex ophthalmic cases
3. Connect with colleagues from around the globe
4. Enhance their clinical knowledge and skills

You can enjoy a recording of the webinar below:

Did you miss this live webinar? Stay tuned for future webinars in the EyeNovation series, as we continue to bring you the latest advancements and expert perspectives in ophthalmology. Together, we can improve patient care and push the boundaries of what is possible in this dynamic field.

Wills Eye Hospital and the University of Toronto are excited to bring you the next installment of the Cornea Surgical Video Learning Series:

Date: Thursday, September 19th 2024
Time: 19:30 – 21:00 EST
Location: Virtual

Keynote Presentation:
Professor Michael Snyder, MD, Department of Ophthalmology, University of Cincinnati

Guest panelists: Joshua Teichman, MD FRCSC and Randal Ulate, MD (University of Toronto),
Zeba Syed, MD and Brenton Finklea, MD (Wills Eye Hospital)

Surgery Case Presentations: Rohini Sigireddi, MD (Wills Eye Hospital), Mor Baraket, MD(University of Toronto)

Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ABOjHTL9Rmu7NS9Oh9V1Ag

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 visit any of our prior series, please see the link here:

https://ophthalmology.utoronto.ca/subspecialty-rounds

CME credits are available for the following:

· Royal College Maintenance of Certification Section 1: 7.5 hours (1.5 Section 1 hours per session)

· American Medical Association Category 1: 7.5 credits (1.5 Category 1 credits per session)

· European Union for Medical Specialists UEMS-EACCME®: 7.5 credits (1.5 ECMEC credits per session)

Date: August 24th – 25th, 2024

Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM IST

The 4th Global Neuro-Ophthalmology Case Festival is a two-day celebration of learning, focused on common, complex, and important neuro-ophthalmology disorders with diverse speakers and expert panelists.

The Case Festival will be available for free on YouTube.

Click HERE to access the August 24th livestream

Click HERE to access the August 25th livestream.