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Category Archives: For Medical Students
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
Joint Position Statement on the Use of Patented Microcurrent Technology for Dry AMD
Dec 11th, 2024
The Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) and Canadian Retina Society (CRS) advise caution when considering a new microcurrent treatment for dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD). While early studies suggest it may help, there isn’t enough long-term evidence to confirm its safety or effectiveness. Retinal specialists, given their extensive expertise in managing age-related macular degeneration, recommend that […]
Diabetes Awareness Month
Nov 29th, 2024
November is Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to highlight the critical role ophthalmologists play in managing diabetic eye disease. To support your practice, the Practice Resource Centre has compiled a curated list of insightful journal articles, clinical guidelines, and patient resources focused on diabetic retinopathy and related complications. Explore these valuable tools to stay informed […]
DOVS RESIDENT TEACHING – IN PERSON
Nov 6th, 2024
Date: Friday, November 8th, 2024 Time: 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Location: 45 Brunswick Ave., Multi-purpose Room B, Toronto, ON Title: Management of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis-associated Uveitis AND Other infectious uveitis, & uveitis Speakers: Drs. Nisha Acharya and Panos Christaskis The VPP Grand Rounds Local and Visiting Professor Program is a self-approved group learning […]