Global Conference on Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma Care

Date:  November 2nd – 4th, 2023

Location:  Amsterdam, The Netherlands

The Global Conference on Orthopedic Surgery & Trauma Care is an international gathering of top orthopedic surgeons. The conference will include educational sessions, workshops, and seminars on a variety of orthopedic surgery topics. Participants will be able to exchange ideas, share experiences, and discuss the most recent advancements, research, and trends in surgeries. There will also be plenty of opportunities for attendees to network with colleagues and industry representatives showcasing the most recent products and technologies. Overall, the Orthopedic Surgery 2023 conference will be an exciting and informative event aimed at furthering science and practice.

Learning objectives: The primary learning objective of the Orthopedic Surgery 2023 conference is to equip attendees with the latest knowledge, skills, and practices in the field of orthopedic surgery. The conference aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the latest advances, innovations, and evidence-based practices in orthopedic surgery, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and advancing the field. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from leading experts in the field and engage in interactive sessions that promote knowledge sharing and collaboration. The conference will also provide opportunities for networking and professional development, allowing attendees to build their skills in communication, leadership, and teamwork. Ultimately, the goal of the conference is to inspire and empower attendees to provide the highest quality care for their patients and make a positive impact in the field of orthopedic surgery.

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Date: Thursday May 18, 2023

Time: 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Location: Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle, Toronto, ON M5S 3H3

*Please arrive early to perform a Rapid Antigen Test at the door, or you may perform one at home prior to arriving and take a date/time-stamped picture of your result*

Topic: Compliment Inhibition for Geographic Atrophy – Truth versus Rhetoric

Speakers: Drs. Rick Spaide and Caroline Baumal

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Date: Thursday March 16, 2023

Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Topic: Refractive Reel 

Speaker: Erica Darian-Smith

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OBJECTIVES:

1. To become familiar with the management of complex refractive scenarios including an innovative use of PTK post KAMRA inlay removal.

2. To look at the application of phakic IOLS, multifocal IOLS and piggyback IOLs in the settings of radial keratometry, previous trauma and connective tissue disorders.

3. To review LASIK flap trauma management.

Date: Friday March 10, 2023

Time: 8:30 AM – 10:15 AM; 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM (BLOCK EXAM – UofT RESIDENTS ONLY)

Location: Kensington Gardens – 45 Brunswick Ave., Toronto, M5S 3M3

*Please arrive early to perform a Rapid Antigen Test at the door, or you may perform one at home prior to arriving and take a date/time-stamped picture of your result*

Room: Multi-purpose Room

Topic: Immune-Mediated Diseases of the Eye 

Speakers: Dr. Brandon Ayres

Date: Friday March 10, 2023

Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Topic: Iris repair and replace 

Speaker: Dr. Brandon Ayres

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OBJECTIVES:

1. Attendees should be able to break down understand the fundamental concepts in iris repair to help better treat patients

2. Learn the indications for iris replacement

3. Understand different surgical techniques that can be used for iris prosthesis placement

2023 American Glaucoma Society Annual Meeting

March 2 – 5, 2023, Austin, Texas

The 2023 American Glaucoma Society Annual Meeting will be held at the Marriott Austin Downtown March 2 – 5, 2023. The meeting will also be offered virtually. 

Join the AGS in celebrating our 2023 honored guests and lecturers!

Guest of Honor – Paul F Palmberg MD, PhD
AGS Lecturer – Pradeep Y Ramulu, MD, PHD
Surgery Day Lecture – Jody R Piltz-Seymour, MD
President’s Award – Anne L Coleman, MD, PHD
Innovator Award – Douglas E Gaasterland MD
International Scholar – Jonathan G Crowston, MD, PhD
Clinician Scientist Lecture – Joshua D Stein, MD, MS
Outstanding Educator – Eydie G Miller Ellis, MD
Humanitarian Award – Alana L Grajewski MD

Date: Friday March 3, 2023

Time: 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: Kensington Gardens – 45 Brunswick Ave., Toronto, M5S 3M3

*Please arrive early to perform a Rapid Antigen Test at the door, or you may perform one at home prior to arriving and take a date/time-stamped picture of your result*

Room: Multi-purpose Room

Topic: Refractive Surgery

Speakers: Dr. David Rootman

Date: Friday March 3, 2023

Time: 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Topic: Oculoplastics: Unusual causes of ocular adnexal disorders

Speaker: Dr. Nav Nijhawan

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OBJECTIVES:

1. To discuss a unique cause of ptosis.

2. To identify complications of non-surgical facial cosmetic procedures.

Date: Thursday March 2, 2023

Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Topic: Practicing Cornea and Advanced Anterior Segment Surgery in a Medium Resource Country 

Speaker: Dr. Randall Ulate

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OBJECTIVES:

1. Show some of the difficulties that arise in practice in a medium resource country.

2. To demonstrate alternatives due to poor availability of corneas

3. Display modifications to anterior segment techniques to address deficiencies