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Category Archives: Glaucoma
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 […]
CJO February 2025: Featured Highlights on Glaucoma
Mar 10th, 2025
The following CJO Highlight summarizes key findings from the journal article “Effect of ginkgo biloba extract on macula and peripapillary perfusion examined using optical coherence tomography angiography.”1 This pilot study investigated the effects of Ginkgo Biloba Extract (GBE) supplementation on macular and peripapillary perfusion in patients with early-to-moderate primary open-angle glaucoma. Despite promising clinical studies […]
CJO January 2025: Featured Highlights on Glaucoma
Feb 7th, 2025
The following CJO Highlight summarizes key findings from the journal article “Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma Risk: A Comparative Study of Escitalopram and Antidepressants.”1 Acute angle-closure glaucoma (AACG) is an ophthalmic emergency that has been linked to selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) due to their mild anticholinergic effect and possibility of mydriasis. Escitalopram, one of the most prescribed […]
2025 EPSAA Scientific Meeting
Jan 8th, 2025
The Eye Physicians and Surgeons Association of Alberta is proud to announce that the 2025 Scientific Meeting and AGM is scheduled to take place from February 7th to February 8th, 2025 in Banff, Alberta. From this program, learners are expected to: The 2025 Eye Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta Annual Scientific Meeting is an Accredited […]
Tuesdays with the Titans: Ophthalmology Update & Review Lecture Series
Dec 18th, 2024
The University of Alberta and ACUPO are eager to present: Tuesdays with the Titans: Ophthalmology Update and Review Lecture Series. This is a series of webinars that will be hosted on Tuesday evenings from 5:30 – 7:30 PM, MST. Learners are expected to: The schedule is as follows: Date Speaker Topic University January 7th, 2025 […]
Maximize Your MOC Credits
Dec 17th, 2024
To ensure you make the most of your learning activities, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society has curated some resources to help you maximize your MOC credits. Discover how to make the most of your CPD activities and maximize your MOC credits throughout the year. This interactive mini-module guides you through a practical case study featuring Dr. […]
ANZGS Congress 2025
Nov 13th, 2024
The Australian and New Zealand Glaucoma Society will be hosting their 2025 ANZGS Congress, which will be held in Perth from 14 – 16 February 2025. The congress will include the highly popular and somewhat unpredictable interactive panel and case presentations, the ACB Molteno Off-Piste Lecture, and numerous keynote presentations from the glaucoma field, along […]
27th EVER Congress
Oct 24th, 2024
Date: November 3-5, 2024Location: Valencia, Spain – Palacio de Congresos de València EVER is the leading ophthalmological research association in Europe which covers all areas of ophthalmology and the visual sciences. One of the main activities of EVER is the organizing of a high quality research meeting every year at a location chosen for its access and congress facilities. […]
CJO: August 2024 Issue Highlights
Aug 28th, 2024
The August 2024 CJO is now available online. Here are some of the highlights: Resident Perspectives + visual abstract: Our talented team of residents have summarized 3 articles from this issue with a focus on what’s most relevant to ophthalmology learners here in Canada and around the globe. In addition, our August visual abstract provides […]