Category Archives: MOC Section 2 activities

2025 COS Annual Meeting ePosters
Jun 25th, 2025

The 2025 COS Annual Meeting was held from June 19th to 22nd, 2025 in the beautiful Vancouver, British Columbia. This meeting boasted an outstanding international and Canadian faculty presenting the latest in ophthalmic research and practice. The COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition included invited lectures, scientific papers, wet labs and workshops, as well as networking opportunities […]

Benign or Malignant? A Introductory Guide to Eyelid Lesions in the Primary Care Setting
May 22nd, 2025

Authors and Affiliations: Mostafa Bondok, MD1; Anne Xuan-Lan Nguyen, MDCM2; Edsel Ing MD, PhD, MBA, MEd, MPH3,2 1: Section of Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada 2: Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences, University of Toronto Temerty School of Medicine, Toronto, Canada 3: Department of Ophthalmology and Visual […]

Musculoskeletal Disorders in Ophthalmologists
May 1st, 2025

The COS Ergonomics working group is pleased to share an online resource focused on musculoskeletal disorders in ophthalmologists. Developed by Queen’s University in collaboration with Weill Cornell Medicine, this online module highlights best ergonomic practices and injury prevention. Why is this important? The physical demands of ophthalmology puts physicians at risk for work-related musculoskeletal disorders […]

CJO: April 2025 Issue Highlights
Apr 25th, 2025

The April 2025 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. And our April visual abstract provides a […]

Vol 41, Issue 1: Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive, & Glaucoma Surgery – Innovative Devices From Around The World
Apr 16th, 2025

The first issue of the Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive, & Glaucoma Surgery is live! They begin their 41st year with the new program entitled: Innovative Devices From Around The World. To view more, please visit: http://www.vjcrgs.com/ and view the table of contents below!

Workplace Eye Awareness Month: Protecting Vision in Professional Environments
Mar 27th, 2025

Submitted by: Yosra Er-reguyeg March is Workplace Eye Awareness Month, dedicated to promoting eye health and safety in professional settings. With over 700 work-related eye injuries occurring daily in Canada, protecting vision is a critical aspect of workplace safety. This PRC issue provides an overview of common workplace hazards and protective strategies; as well as […]

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 […]

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 […]