The 2024 COS Annual Meeting & Exhibition took place Toronto, Ontario from May 30 – June 2, 2024. Through the links below you can access legacy materials from the conference, content that remains relevant to your practice.

ePosters and Surgical Videos 

Claim Section 2 credits. Review ePosters and document your key learnings through the bulk online reading/scanning with transcript, which you can submit to claim credits

Paper Abstracts

Claim Section 2 credits. Review paper abstracts and document your key learnings. With this, you can submit to claim credits!

Recorded lectures

Co-developed Symposium: Mystery of the Macula (Friday, May 31st 2024) was co-developed with COS and Roche and was planned to achieve scientific integrity, objectivity and balance. This symposium features speakers: David Wong, Nirojini Sivanchandran, Robert Gizicki, Mike Dollin and Amin Kherani.

Co-developed Symposium: Eyes Forward – Navigating Advances in Pharmacokinetics and Anti-VEGF Therapy (Saturday, June 1st 2024) was co-developed with COS and Bayer and was planned to achieve scientific integrity, objectivity and balance. This symposium features speakers: Michael Kapusta, Cynthia Qian, Bernard Hurley, Wai-Ching Lam and Arif Samad.

The June 2024 CJO is now available online. Here are some of the highlights: 

Resident Perspectives + visual abstract: Our talented team of residents have summarized 4 articles with a focus on what’s most relevant to ophthalmology learners here in Canada and around the globe. In addition, our April visual abstract provides a visual summary of an article on Comparison of pain perception in patients undergoing manual cataract surgery versus refractive laser-assisted cataract surgery

Original research articles:

• Retinal vein occlusion in patients with primary angle closure: a prospective case-control study
• Effectiveness of the Eyesi Surgical Simulator for ophthalmology trainees: systematic review and meta-analysis
• Incidence of ophthalmologic pathology and associated risk factors in orbital fractures at a level 1 trauma centre
• Herpes zoster ophthalmicus: frequency and risk factors for developing uncommon ocular manifestations
• Burnishing of exposed porous polyethylene orbital implant: is it useful?
• Diabetic retinopathy screening integrated in multidisciplinary diabetes eye care clinic: a pilot project

Photo essays and case reports:

• Scleromalacia after extrusion of a senile calcific plaque [photo essay]
• Bacillary layer detachment due to retinal arterial macroaneurysm [photo essay]
• Early ophthalmic findings in Hermansky-Pudlak syndrome type 9 [photo essay]
• Corneal ulcer as the presenting sign of prolonged contact lens retention over 25 years [case report]
• Monocular Charles Bonnet syndrome secondary optic neuritis and the utilization of artificial intelligence to illustrate visual hallucinations [case report]
• Rhegmatogenous retinal detachment associated with an epibulbar tumour [case report]
• Beyond the norm: unusual orbital manifestation of hairy cell leukemia [case report]

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Join us for the 55th Sally Letson Symposium chaired by Dr. Ian Clark, University of Manitoba, and Dr. Solin Saleh (Co-Chair), University of Ottawa.

This year’s topic is “Pediatric Ophthalmology – Making a difference that lasts a lifetime.” Over the course of 2.5 days, the program will delve into the realm of paediatric ophthalmology. Esteemed guest speakers will deliver captivating lectures and presentations, fostering interactive learning and encouraging critical thinking. Seize the opportunity to enrich your knowledge and skills in this vital field.

Location: Westin Ottawa, 11 Colonel By Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 9H4

Date: September 19 – 21, 2024

For more information, please visit the Sally Letson Symposium Website.

QUESTIONS? For inquiries relating to the scientific program and CPD credits, please contact Jill Garner [email protected]

The Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at the University of Toronto is pleased to announce that they will be hosting the 63rd Annual Walter Wright Symposium from December 6th to 7th, 2024!

The 63rd Annual Walter Wright Symposium will encompass an action-packed agenda for cataract surgeons and the comprehensive ophthalmologist. With this meeting, you will look at cataract surgery innovations and inspirations since it is the 75th anniversary of the 1st IOL inserted by Sir Harold Ridley! You will delve into preop diagnostics and discussion with patients and take the journey to intraoperative technologies and techniques, and finally finish by exploring post op care and dealing with surprises. The University of Toronto has some of the most highly regarded international cataract surgeons invited who will inspire you and guide you through all these steps and challenging cases as well.

They will also have the Cataract Coach symposium and some amazing talks on cataract surgery challenges and complications. Also, cataract surgery in eyes with other co-morbities, unexpected outcomes and how to best manage. Through these different viewpoints, they aim to provide key practical pearls for residents, fellows, community, and academic ophthalmologists as well as allied health personnel. The University of Toronto look forward to connecting and engaging with you at this year’s symposium.

The symposium will take place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (255 Front St W)

For more information regarding registration, please visit: https://www.cpd.utoronto.ca/walterwright/

This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, approved by Continuing Professional Development, Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. You may claim a maximum of 10.0 hours (credits are automatically calculated).

Date: October 10-11, 2024

Location: Madrid, Spain

Welcome to the 10th Global Ophthalmology Meeting, happening on October 10-11, 2024, in Madrid, Spain. This conference serves as a vital platform for ophthalmologists, researchers, clinicians, educators, and industry professionals worldwide. Attendees can expect an engaging program featuring scientific sessions, keynote presentations, workshops, and poster sessions covering various facets of ophthalmology. Key themes include advancements in surgery, diagnostic technologies, management of ocular diseases, and public health initiatives. The event offers an opportunity to network, share insights, and collaborate with peers, experts, and industry leaders. With Madrid’s rich cultural heritage and vibrant atmosphere as the backdrop, attendees will also have the chance to explore the city’s landmarks and culinary delights. Join us for two days of learning, innovation, and camaraderie at the 10th Global Ophthalmology Meeting in Madrid.

For more information, please visit: https://globalophthalmology.conferenceseries.com/

Date: Friday, May 31st 2024

Location: Hockey Hall of Fame – Toronto, ON

Don’t miss this session with renowned experts sharing their experience with the latest digital and surgical innovations to improve patient outcome and optimize clinical workflows.

This session includes:

• Shamik Bafna, MD
• Hady Saheb, MD
• David Wong, MD

For more information, visit: https://www.zeiss.ca/meditec/en/news-events/events/cos_2024_zeiss.html

The Royal College is excited to launch the MOC Learn & Connect Series which will provide details on the new changes to the MOC framework, as well as share the educational strategies that will support the medical community.

At the end of this session, you will be able to:

• Describe the motivation and rationale for updating the MOC program;
• Identify key elements of the updated MOC program, including new learning activities, section descriptions, cycle requirements and other changes;
• Explain each section of the refreshed MOC program to promote meaningful learning.

In addition to these virtual events, the MOC Learn & Connect series includes pre-recorded videos and opportunities for live Q&A with MOC team members.

MOC Credits

This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and approved by the Royal College Learning Improvement Unit. You may claim a maximum of 1 hour.

To register, CLICK HERE.

Questions? Contact the Royal College Services Centre at (613) 730-6243, 1-800-461-9598 or [email protected]

The April 2024 CJO is now available online. Here are some of the highlights: 

Resident Perspectives + visual abstract: Our talented team of residents have summarized 4 articles with a focus on what’s most relevant to ophthalmology learners here in Canada and around the globe. In addition, our April visual abstract provides a visual summary of an article on OCT outcomes as biomarkers for disease status, visual function, and prognosis in diabetic macular edema.

Original research articles:

·        Development and validation of the first Canadian Aboriginal syllabics visual acuity chart

·        Zonular dialysis and cataract surgery: results from a UK tertiary eye care referral centre

·        Development of a standardized Canadian undergraduate medical education ophthalmology curriculum

·        Incidence of ocular surface squamous neoplasia in pterygium specimens

·        Effect of race and ethnicity on surgical outcomes for rhegmatogenous retinal detachments

• Characterization of pentosan polysulfate patients for development of an alert and screening system for ophthalmic monitoring

Photo essays, correspondence, and case reports:

·        Bilateral conjunctival melanosis in diffuse melanosis cutis and metastatic melanoma

·        Unilateral acute idiopathic maculopathy in hand, foot, and mouth disease

·        Laser pointer-induced maculopathy with secondary macular neovascularization

·        A virtual Canadian Ophthalmology Mentorship Program (COMP) for medical students

·        Surgical technique enhancements for successful subretinal gene therapy delivery

·        Ocular syphilis with coincident Bartonella infection

·         Unveiling ocular surface squamous neoplasia within a conjunctival epithelial inclusion cyst

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Date: July 3 – 6, 2024

Location: McGill University Health Center, 1001 Decarie Blvd, Montreal, Quebec

Registration is now open for the Refractive Surgery Alliance’s course on Refractive Lens and Cataract Surgery. This course is a comprehensive, interactive course that covers all aspects of refractive lens and cataract surgery and is open to all cataract and refractive surgery ophthalmologists.

The course covers the following key topics:

• Principles and philosophy of lens refractive surgery
• Lens-based approaches for the surgical management of presbyopia
• Patient evaluation and education
• Preoperative technologies, biometry, and surgical planning
• IOL technologies
• Surgical pearls
• Postoperative considerations and complication management
• Phakic IOLs and myopic lens surgery
• Growing your lens refractive practice
• Future considerations

The course faculty includes:

• Guillermo Rocha, MD, FWCRS (Course Chairman)
• Roger Zaldlvar, MD, MBA, FWCRS
• Samuel Masket, MD
• Damien Gatinel, MD, PhD, FWCRS
• Baseer Khan, MD
• Paul Harasymowycz, MD
• Guy M Kezirian, MD, MBA, FWCRS
• Erik Mertens, MD, FWCRS

To learn more about this course and for registration details, visit: https://www.refractivealliance.com/moderncataractsurgery/