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The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) Ergonomics and Injury Prevention Working Group is committed to promoting physical wellness across all stages of ophthalmology practice. Through educational initiatives, resource development, and collaborative research, we aim to make a focus on ergonomics a standard in Canadian ophthalmic care.
Our Mission: To eliminate work-related injuries for Canadian ophthalmologists.
Our Vision: To educate every Canadian ophthalmologist on ergonomics and how best to mitigate risks.
Our Values: Respect, passion, teamwork, creativity, inclusion, and diversity.
Our Current Projects:
- Canadian Handbook for Ergonomics and Injury Prevention for Ophthalmologists
- Ergonomics Toolbox for Residents
- Resident Ergonomics Curriculum Development
- Social Media Educational Initiatives and Challenges
- Sightlines Ergonomics Educational Initiatives
- SAP: Ergonomics: Doesn’t Hurt To Think About It, But It May Hurt Not To! (Royal College MOC Section 3 Accredited)
- Webinar: We’ve Got Your Back! A COS Working Group in Ergonomics and Injury Prevention Webinar (October 2025)
- Ergonomics Podcast (Fall 2025)
- And many more…!
Ergonomics and Injury Prevention Working Group Members
Journal Articles & Editorials:
Explore the growing body of peer-reviewed research on ergonomics in ophthalmology and microsurgery.
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Magazine Articles:
Hear directly from ophthalmologists about real-world experiences, preventive tips, and system-wide challenges related to MSK injury.
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Podcasts & Videos:
Prefer to learn on the go? Explore expert-led podcasts and video content on ergonomics in ophthalmology and surgery.
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Ophthalmology Educational Series:
Engage with HIGH-YIELD accredited modules and curated training developed by national experts.
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Other Ergonomics Resources for Physicians:
Ergonomic challenges affect all healthcare providers. Learn from a broader body of literature in medicine and surgery.
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