We are excited to announce the next webinar in our “EyeNovation: International Webinar Series for Ophthalmic Expertise” series, “Impact of corneal spherical aberration and pupil dynamics on premium IOLs’ optical behavior,” presented by the esteemed Professor Damien Gatinel from Hôpital Bichat-Claude Bernard, Université Paris Cité.

Professor Gatinel, a Hospital Practitioner currently on secondment at Hôpital Bichat-Claude Bernard, Université Paris Cité, has an impressive background. He has been leading the Anterior Segment and Refractive Surgery Department at the Rothschild Foundation Hospital since 2009 and serves as an Associate Professor at the International Abulcassis University of Health Sciences in Rabat, Morocco. With a PhD in applied mathematics, Professor Gatinel has pioneered a new classification of ocular optical aberrations and issued several patents, including the first design of a diffractive trifocal lens. His contributions have earned him over 25 international awards and recognition as a Knight of the Order of the Crown by the Kingdom of Belgium.

In this webinar, Professor Gatinel will:

• Analyze how corneal spherical aberration influences the optical behavior of premium intraocular lenses (IOLs), with a focus on their interaction with different corneal profiles.
• Examine how variations in pupil size affect the modulation transfer function (MTF) and other optical parameters of premium IOLs under simulated conditions.
• Apply insights from measurements and simulations to optimize the selection of premium IOLs.

If you missed this incredible opportunity to learn from a leading expert in the field and advance your ophthalmic expertise, you can review the recording below:

Stay tuned for future webinars in the EyeNovation series, as we continue to bring you the latest advancements and expert perspectives in ophthalmology. Together, we can improve patient care and push the boundaries of what is possible in this dynamic field.

We are thrilled to announce the next webinar in our “EyeNovation: International Webinar Series for Ophthalmic Expertise” series, “The Light Adjustable Lens: Impressions after 500 and my 2 eyes,” presented by esteemed ophthalmologist Dr. Samir Melki from Harvard Medical School. This webinar took place on October 30th, from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET.

Dr. Melki, an associate professor of ophthalmology at Harvard Medical School, has an impressive background, including completing a fellowship in Cornea and Refractive Surgery at the Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, an MD PhD from Vanderbilt University, and an Ophthalmology residency at Georgetown University. He is the founder of Boston Vision, an academically-oriented practice, and has published 4 textbooks and 57 articles in respected peer-reviewed scientific journals.

In this webinar, Dr. Melki shared his LAL experience with the first 500 eyes, discussing the technology, process, and outcomes. Attendees will gain insights into:

• The process of the LAL;
• Comparison of the visual outcomes of the LAL and other IOLs;
• Patient satisfaction after LAL implantation.

Dr. Melki also discussed the success rate of monovision after LAL, the percentage of patients requesting a change in refractive aim, and his personal experience with LAL and LAL plus from a surgeon’s perspective.

You can watch the recording below:

Missed this webinar? Stay tuned for future webinars in the EyeNovation series, as we continue to bring you the latest advancements and expert perspectives in ophthalmology. Together, we can improve patient care and push the boundaries of what is possible in this dynamic field.

Thank you for attending the Sally Letson Symposium. We greatly appreciate your participation. The 56th Sally Letson Symposium will take place from September 11-13, 2025. Please save the date for next year’s event, and we look forward to welcoming you again!

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 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.

Thank you to all the participants who were able to join us during the live session, we hope you enjoyed the webinar! We are pleased to offer a recording of the forum. If you missed the live session, you will still be able to access presentations on Advocacy; Artificial Intelligence; Sustainability in Ophthalmology; and Drug Shortages & Essential Medications.

Learning objectives:

1. Understand how COS is advocating for policy changes at the government level to improve eye care accessibility and quality
2. Be able to describe how COS is working with partners at Health Canada to analyze the causes and consequences of ophthalmic drug shortages and develop strategies to lessen their impact on patient care
3. Know more of the current and potential applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in ophthalmology and their potential to impact patient care and clinical decision-making
4. Be more aware of the environmental impact of ophthalmic practices and devices and the strategies for promoting sustainability in ophthalmic practice

Cornea Learning Modules

This educational program consists of online learning modules of corneal topography and tomography using a case-based format, with the goal of improving knowledge and comfort in interpreting corneal imaging.

Learning Objectives

·       Understanding differences between topography and tomography, and which clinical scenarios require use of corneal imaging 

·       Understand different maps and data presented in topography and tomography, and how they are used in the diagnosis and management of corneal related anomalies

·       Interpret corneal imaging in context of normal and diseased eyes (including keratoconus, corneal ectasias, pterygium, assessment prior to cataract or refractive surgery)  

CanMEDS Roles

·       Medical expert

·       Scholar 

This is a Member’s Only Section 3 MOC Accredited Activity. You must first log in to your account.

Click here for the Modules Link

This activity is an Accredited Self-Assessment Program (Section 3) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and approved by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society. You may claim a maximum of 2 section 3 credits.