Category Archives: For Residents & Fellows
Lifestyle Habits in Glaucoma: Practical Advice for Patients and Ophthalmologists
Mar 13th, 2025
This article was authored by: Dr. Eileen Javidi, MD, Dr. Georges Durr, MD FRCSC and Dr. Younes Agoumi, MD FRCSC. The PRC Committee wish to acknowledge Félix Plamondon from the University of Laval for their initiative and contribution. Patients suffering from glaucoma often seek advice on lifestyle changes such as exercise, diet, and other habits […]
COS – THE EYECAN PODCAST- New Season!
Mar 10th, 2025
The podcast features guest speakers from across Canada and innovative practitioners from around the world discussing diverse topics and how they impact ophthalmology. Topics range from emerging techniques and technologies to building individual resilience as Canadian physicians. Through it all, this podcast aims to build connections within the ophthalmological community, share our experiences, and to […]
EyeNovation: Unveiling the pachychoroid disease spectrum: a deep dive into central serous chorioretinopathy and polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy
Mar 10th, 2025
Join us for our next webinar in our EyeNovation: International Webinar Series for Ophthalmic Expertise! “Unveiling the pachychoroid disease spectrum: a deep dive into central serous chorioretinopathy and polypoidal choroidal vasculopathy”, presented by Dr. Angie H.C. Fong, University of Hong Kong school of Clinical Medicine. This engaging session exploring the evolving understanding of the pachychoroid […]
Black History Month: Honoring Pioneers in Ophthalmology
Feb 27th, 2025
This article is authored by M. Shayyan Wasim, who has ancestral ties to the African Siddi community in PakistanPost reviewed and approved by: Dr. Marie-Josée Aubin and Dr. Anne Xuan-Lan Nguyen Celebrating Black Excellence in OphthalmologyBlack History Month recognizes the significant contributions of Black individuals in various fields, including medicine. In ophthalmology, Black pioneers have […]
CJO: February 2025 Issue Highlights
Feb 21st, 2025
The February 2025 CJO is now available online. Here are some of the highlights: Resident Perspectives + visual abstract: Our talented team of residents have summarized 4 articles from this issue with a focus on what’s most relevant to ophthalmology learners here in Canada and around the globe. And our February visual abstract provides a […]
EyeNovation Webinar: The Value and Importance of the Double Layer Sign – Recording
Feb 21st, 2025
We’re excited to announce the next webinar in our “EyeNovation: International Webinar Series for Ophthalmic Expertise” series, ‘The value and importance of the double layer sign’, was presented by Dr. Usha Chakravarthy on February 18, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET. Dr. Chakravarthy will provide a background on the double layer sign, its definition, […]
Cornea Surgical Video Learning Series
Feb 10th, 2025
The Wills Eye Hospital and University of Toronto are excited to bring you the next installment of the Cornea Surgical Video Learning Series: Date: Saturday February 15th 2025Time: 10:00 – 11:30 EST Co-moderated by Professors Sadeer Hannush (Wills Eye Hospital) and Allan Slomovic (University of Toronto). Keynote Presentation:Alain Saad, MD Vice Head Anterior Segment and Refractive […]
COS Forum 2025: Eyes on Tomorrow
Jan 31st, 2025
This webinar took place on January 23, at 7:00 PM EST. If you missed it, not to worry! A recording is now available at the bottom of this page. Hear from speakers on key topics, including: Advocacy in Eye Health Barriers, Corneal Donation, Ergonomics and Injury Prevention, Ethical Considerations in Ophthalmology, and Annual Meeting Updates: […]
Understanding Uveal Melanoma: A Rare but Serious Eye Cancer
Jan 16th, 2025
Submitted by: Joshua HuangReviewed and approved by: Dr. Marie-Josée Aubin, Dr. Anne Xuan-Lan Nguyen What is Uveal Melanoma? Uveal melanoma (commonly referred to as ‘intraocular melanoma’) encompasses melanomas that arise in the iris, ciliary body, and choroid, all of which make up the uvea or uveal tract. The uvea is the second most common location […]