EXPLORE THE PRACTICE RESOURCE CENTRE – we are pleased to share the new PRC promotional video. In just over two minutes, we highlight the benefits of the site for seasoned practitioners and those just starting their career, how to easily submit ideas and resources, how to create a custom reading list, and much more.

Glaucoma OCT Interpretation is an online, Section 3 accredited course available at EyeCarePD.com. A game-based approach is applied to learning OCT interpretation. This course covers commonly encountered OCT presentations of glaucoma as seen on standard optic nerve head and retinal nerve fiber layer scan protocols with the purpose of improving interpretation skills using perceptual learning strategies.

Getting started is easy: 

1. Using the Google Chrome browser, navigate to https://eyecarepd.com/catalog/glaucoma-group/
2. Select Glaucoma OCT Interpretation 101 (COS Accredited) and add the product to the cart
3. At checkout, use the coupon code ECPDCOSGLAUCOMA to set the price to 0.
4. Your course is now available under My Courses at the top of the screen. 

Learning Objectives:

1. Identify segmentation errors and their role in OCT scan interpretation
2. Utilize varying sections of the OCT report including tabular data, sector analysis and graphical displays
3. Interact with expert interpretation in order to compare their findings in selected cases

Accreditation

This activity is an Accredited Self-Assessment Program (Section 3) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. This web-based lesson was approved by the COS on October 23rd, 2020 and expires October 2023. Remember to visit MAINPORT to record your learning and outcomes. You may claim a maximum of 1 hour (credits are automatically calculated).

This activity was co-developed with EyeCarePD and the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) and was planned to achieve scientific integrity, objectivity and balance.

Access Details
To participate in this course visit https://eyecarepd.com/catalog/glaucoma-group/

The Canadian Retina Society is pleased to announce that our next in-person annual meeting will be held in Montreal, Quebec, at the Le Westin Montreal.

The Théa inteRnational cOntest of clinical cases in PatHologies of the eYe (TROPHY) invites ophthalmology residents and fellows to submit an original, unpublished clinical case related to this year’s topic:

Immunomodulation of ocular surface inflammation

The contest is designed to help residents and fellows develop their clinical case presentation and communication skills. Submissions must be anonymous, written in English and based on a case in which the applicant was involved.

Key dates

• Submission deadline: October 18, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. UTC
• Winner announcements: February 2027
• ARVO award ceremony and case presentations: May 2027
• EVER award ceremony: October 2027

The three international winners will be invited to present their cases during the Théa symposium at the ARVO 2027 Annual Meeting, with registration, travel and accommodation expenses covered by Théa.

Learn more and submit a clinical case

We are pleased to invite you to the 3rd Global Summit on Nursing Education & Healthcare 2026, hosted by Intelli Meetings in Beijing, China. This prestigious event will bring together over 300 international delegates, including nurses, healthcare professionals, academics, and researchers, to share knowledge, exchange insights, and foster global collaboration.

The summit will feature:
Inspiring keynote addresses from global leaders
Oral and poster presentations showcasing innovative research
Interactive panel discussions and networking sessions

Focused on advancing nursing education, practice, and healthcare innovation, this summit offers a unique platform to connect with peers and contribute to shaping the future of global health.

For more details, visit: nursingeducationconference.com

Start Date: 08/10/2026
Location: Beijing, China-102112

Did you miss the COS Hot Topics Webinar? The recording is now available!

Held on June 24, 2026, the webinar featured a dynamic lineup of top-ranked ePoster presentations from the 2026 COS Annual Meeting & Exhibition, showcasing innovative research and emerging trends in ophthalmology. The session highlighted exciting developments in imaging, retinal disease, cornea, artificial intelligence, and therapeutic advancements.

Thank you to Dr. Adam Muzychuk for moderating an engaging and insightful discussion, and to all presenters for sharing their outstanding work.

Featured presentations included:

1. Marwa Al Ghafri
   Short-Term Outcomes of Switching to Faricimab in nAMD and DME Patients with Suboptimal Responses to Aflibercept
2. Aya Benabdelhak
   Tracking Corneal Nerve Regrowth After Neurotization: A Validated, Standardized IVCM Methodology
3. Jiwon Hwang
   Longitudinal Assessment of Growth and Melanin Change in Choroidal Nevi with Polarization Diversity Optical Coherence Tomography (PD-OCT)
4. Tina Felfeli
   Intraocular Fluid Cytokine Profiles as Biomarkers for Retinal Disease Prediction: A Machine Learning Approach
5. Devina Ramesh
   Patient Preference for Topical Antisepsis for Intravitreal Injection: A Prospective Clinical Study
6. Zhao Feng
   Study of Ophthalmic Radiation Therapy Toxicity: Classification System for Radiation Retinopathy
7. Godfrey Wong
   External Validation of the Multifocal Electroretinogram Classification Interface (MERCI), a Machine Learning Algorithm for Hydroxychloroquine Toxicity
8. Tasha Miller
   Redistribution of Corneal Endothelial Cells Following Descemet’s Stripping Only for Fuchs Endothelial Corneal Dystrophy
9. Lia Huo
   A Gene-Agnostic Approach: Sustained Delivery of Rod-Derived Cone Viability Factor Protects Human and Rodent Cones in Retinitis Pigmentosa
10. Sohel Somani
    SPECTRUM: Data From a Global Real-World Study of Aflibercept 8mg in Patients with Treatment-Naïve or Previously Treated Diabetic Macular Edema

Watch the recording to explore cutting-edge research shaping the future of ophthalmology.

Did you miss the inaugural COS Film Festival at the 2026 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition in Montréal? Or want to revisit some of the outstanding submissions?

We are pleased to share recordings of all 13 videos presented during the first-ever COS Film Festival, held during the 2026 Annual Meeting and Exhibition. This new event was created to celebrate innovation, foster learning, and showcase the exceptional talent within the Canadian ophthalmology community.

The Film Festival featured a wide range of high-quality surgical and educational videos highlighting innovative techniques, complex cases, and valuable clinical insights across ophthalmology. Presentations were evaluated based on quality, importance, and educational value, with awards recognizing outstanding submissions.

COS Film Festival Video Lineup

Videos are listed in final ranking order.

Geoffrion, Dominique

Rudnisky, Chris

Gupta, R. Rishi

Strube, Yi Ning

Wandzura, Adam

Wandzura, Adam

Sverdlichenko, Irina

Abdelnour, Patrik

Jakubowska, Weronika

You, Jia Yue

Punja, Karim

Florido, Antonio

Schell, Carson

COS Practice Resource Centre General Information for Patients and Providers

Save the Date!

Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026, 7:00 pm ET

Title: Keeping You in the Loupe: A Closer Look at Ergonomics in the Operating Room

The Atlantic Eye Symposium is an accredited educational conference geared to address the needs of the comprehensive ophthalmologist. There will be 13 visiting speakers covering a variety of topics including cataract, cornea, retina, glaucoma, neuro-ophthalmology, and oculoplastics.

This two-day meeting will be held on the Halifax waterfront at the Harbourfront Marriott Hotel on September 18^th and 19^th, 2026. The informal setting will facilitate dialogue and interaction with the speakers and your colleagues. You can expect innovative talks and exhibitions addressing current issues in the field of ophthalmology.