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OICS Guidelines for the Cleaning and Sterilization of Intraocular Surgical Instruments
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Article from the AAO : Ocular Signs of COVID-19 Suggested by Internet Search Term Patterns Worldwide
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Article from NCBI: COVID-19 – Preliminary Clinical Guidelines for Ophthalmology Practices
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Webinar – Developing a COVID-19 Vaccine
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted our lives. Medical experts around...
Immediate Sequential Bilateral Cataract Surgery (ISBCS) during COVID Recovery: RCOphth/UKISCRS Rapid Advice Document
July 20, 2020 This guidance has been developed by the...
Resource Toolkit – A Path to a New Vision: COS COVID-19 Webinar Series delivered in April/May 2020
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Tips for Including Interactivity in an Accredited Group Learning Activity
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Ideas for Teaching CanMEDS During COVID-19
There are numerous ways for trainees (CBD and traditional) to...
Continuing Clinical Teaching during COVID-19
Disruptions related to COVID-19 are likely to continue for quite...
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada – Virtual Teaching Resources
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Canadian Glaucoma Society Recommendations for Providing Eye Care to Glaucoma Patients During COVID-19 Pandemic
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Immediately Sequential Bilateral Cataract Surgery (ISBCS) – Key Points
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Recommendations from the Canadian Neuro-Ophthalmology Society regarding Neuro-Ophthalmology Care During the COVID-19 Pandemic
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COS – Ophthalmic Surgery Prioritization
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Checklist on Reopening Ophthalmology Clinics during COVID-19
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AAO Webinar Recording –Community Q&A: Things to Consider as You Prepare to Reopen Your Practice.
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Disinfection Recommendations from the Manufacturers: Haag-Streit and Zeiss
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Canadian Society of Oculoplastic Surgery Position Statement: Guidelines on Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during COVID-19 Pandemic for Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery
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Additional Considerations to Help Manage the Anti-VEGF Injection Burden during the COVID-19 Pandemic
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Canadian Glaucoma Society Recommendations for Providing Eye Care to Glaucoma Patients During COVID-19 Pandemic
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Podcast: International Panel Discussion on Ophthalmologists Preparedness during COVID-19
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COVID-19 Cases in Canada : Latest Data and Information
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COVID-19 support measures: At a glance
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Free slit lamp breath shields for your practice
March 25, 2020 Zeiss is giving all ophthalmologists 2 free...
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26 March, 2020 The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is rapidly changing...
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Practical Ergonomic and Mindfulness Tips for a Day in the Operating Room
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Position Statement on the Use of Nonpowder Projectile Weapons, Including Airsoft, BB, Nerf, Paintball, and Pellet Guns
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Sustained funding to ensure access to anti-vascular endothelial growth factor drugs
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Medical use of cannabis for dry eye disease
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2015 CanMEDS Framework Artfully Conveyed with LEGO
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Medical use of cannabis for glaucoma
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Micro-invasive or minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (2017)
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Effects of electronic screens on children’s vision and recommendations for safe use
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Cuban treatment for retinitis pigmentosa (2016)
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Valuation of uninsured ophthalmological services
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