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.

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 will take 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 will share 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 will also discuss 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.

Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to learn from a leading expert in the field and advance your ophthalmic expertise. Register now to secure your spot in this EyeNovation 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.

Thank you to all the participants who were able to join us during the live session, we hope you enjoyed the webinar! We are pleased to offer a recording of the forum. If you missed the live session, you will still be able to access presentations on Advocacy; Artificial Intelligence; Sustainability in Ophthalmology; and Drug Shortages & Essential Medications.

Learning objectives:

1. Understand how COS is advocating for policy changes at the government level to improve eye care accessibility and quality
2. Be able to describe how COS is working with partners at Health Canada to analyze the causes and consequences of ophthalmic drug shortages and develop strategies to lessen their impact on patient care
3. Know more of the current and potential applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in ophthalmology and their potential to impact patient care and clinical decision-making
4. Be more aware of the environmental impact of ophthalmic practices and devices and the strategies for promoting sustainability in ophthalmic practice

When: Sep 21, 2023 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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

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

Keynote Presentation:
Professor Mitchell Weikert, MD
Cullen Eye Institute
Baylor College of Medicine

Guest panelists

Beeran Meghpara, MD and Aditya Kanesa-Thasan, MD (Wills Eye Hospital)
Randal Ulate, MD, FRCSC and Mojgan Hassanlou, MD, FRCSC (University of Toronto)
Surgery Case Presentations:
Alonso Gutierrez, MD (University of Toronto)
Violet Lin, MD (Wills Eye Hospital)

Register in advance for this webinar

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.

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)

Description:

This accredited webinar features six case presentations from expert speakers: Dr. James Farmer, Ophthalmologist and Anatomical Pathologist, and Dr. Hamidreza Faragi, Anatomical Pathologist who will discuss interesting and unusual cases in Ocular Pathology. You will have the opportunity to learn about the presentation, diagnosis, and management of these cases.

Learning Objectives:

1. Illustrate the importance of recognizing the unusual presentation of conjunctival tumours and interpreting Pathology results in light of the clinical findings
2. Understand the role of additional tissue sections in Ocular Pathology and including precise clinical information on the surgical pathology requisition to ensure optimal pathologic evaluation
3. Provide adequate tissue samples that are truly representative of the lesion in question.

Download the video here:

Canadian Ophthalmological Society, in co-development with Bausch + Lomb “Shining a light on challenging glaucoma cases – from diagnosis to surgery” Webinar recordings are now available.

March 30th, 2023 Recording
Presenters:
Dr. Cindy M.L. Hutnik MD, PhD, FRCSC
Professor and Chair,
Department of Ophthalmology
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry,
Western University
Ophthalmologist-in-Chief, Ivey Eye Institute
London, Ontario
Dr. Marcelo Nicolela MD, FRCSC
Professor and Head; Chief of Service
Department of Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
Dalhousie University; NSH – Central Zone
Halifax, Nova Scotia

April 12th, 2023 Recording
Presenters:
Dr. Cindy M.L. Hutnik MD, PhD, FRCSC
Professor and Chair,
Department of Ophthalmology
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University Ophthalmologist-in-Chief, Ivey Eye Institute
London, Ontario
Dr. Jonathan Wong MD, FRCSC
Clinical assistant professor,
Department of Ophthalmology
Cumming School of Medicine,
University of Calgary
Calgary, Alberta

Learning Objectives:

1. Diagnosing and monitoring progression of glaucoma
2. Initiating the most appropriate therapy for your patients
   • Looking at the treatment approach through the glaucoma guidelines
   • Solving the mystery of medication vs SLT vs combination treatment
   • Incorporating Best Practices moving forward

The Shining a light on challenging glaucoma cases – from diagnosis to surgery is a group learning activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and approved by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society. You may claim a maximum of 1 hour (credits are automatically calculated).

This webinar has been supported by an educational grant from Bausch + Lomb.