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Category Archives: Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Toolkit
Dec 14th, 2023
We recognize the importance of promoting a more inclusive and diverse community of ophthalmologists, and we’re committed to providing valuable resources to support our members in this journey including a glossary of EDI terms, online resources, and infographics. By embracing EDI principles, we can create a more equitable and welcoming environment for patients and professionals […]
LGBTQ2S+ Issues in Ophthalmology: Working Towards Equity Webinar
Jan 19th, 2023
Videos Now Available for Download On Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at 8:00 pm EST, COS presented a webinar entitled LGBTQ2S+ Issues in Ophthalmology: Working Towards Equity. Dr Michael A. Puente presented this 1.5-hour webinar examining the status of health equity for LGBTQ2S+ patients and professional equity for LGBTQ2S+ ophthalmologists, with a view to creating safe […]
COS Forum 2023: Building the Future of Ophthalmology Webinar
Jan 3rd, 2023
COS Forum 2023: Building the Future of Ophthalmology Webinar Date: January 18, 2023 Time: 7:30-8:30PM ET Join us for this free virtual event and learn about the future direction of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society. Hear from speakers on Advocacy, Competence by Design, Drug Shortages, and the COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition. We want to hear from […]
COS EDI Webinar – LGBTQ2S+ Issues in Ophthalmology: Working Towards Equity
Nov 4th, 2022
COS EDI Webinar: November 23, 8PM ET LGBTQ2S+ Issues in Ophthalmology: Working Towards Equity Join us on Wednesday, November 23 as COS presents a webinar entitled LGBTQ2S+ Issues in Ophthalmology: Working Towards Equity, presented by Dr. Michael A. Puente. In this 1.5-hour webinar, we will examine the status of health equity for LGBTQ2S+ patients and […]
Position statement by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) Regarding Diversity and Inclusion
Jul 26th, 2022
April 2, 2019 Position Statement by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) Regarding Diversity and Inclusion The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) encourages inclusivity and opposes discrimination based on (but not limited to) religion, race, citizenship, country or ethnic origin, language, age, political affiliation or opinion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, cognitive or physical ability, […]
Recorded Webinar: Advancing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Ophthalmology: Insights from Dr. Keith Carter.
May 11th, 2022
Advancing Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Ophthalmology: Insights from Dr. Keith Carter Webinar Recording is now available for download. In this 1.5-hour webinar, we will discuss obvious inequities in society and healthcare that everyone can understand. We will share data showing the current state of healthcare disparities and we’ll discuss the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s […]
Not Just Unintended Consequences: Justice in Health Care Ethics
Mar 31st, 2022
Virtual conference taking place May 5-6, 2022. We In this two-day ethics education event, rising voices and important truths will illuminate the shortcomings of a healthcare system that has attended most to those with privilege – whether due to intent, convenience, oversight or disinterest. This learning will challenge our systems of research, health care access, […]
View from the top: A Panel Discussion with Women Leaders in Medicine
Mar 4th, 2022
Date: Tuesday, March 8th, 2022Time: 8:00 – 9:00 pm ET Imagine a gender equal health system. One that is free of bias towards women physicians, medical learners, health workers and patients. We must eliminate the double standard, and level the playing field. What would that look like? What could be achieved? Join Canada’s top women in […]
Women Leaders in Eye Health Coffee Hour
Feb 1st, 2022
Date: Thursday, February 10th, 2022 Time: 8:00 am Speakers: Dr. Sara Wester, Dr. Erin Shriver, Dr. Femida Kherani Topic: Session 1 Oculoplastics. The panelists will answer questions posed from the original webinar series or submitted in advance and will provide real-life professional mentoring and advice as experienced OCP specialists. This informal webinar format will allow […]