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COS 2025 – Call for Abstracts
Aug 1st, 2024
COS is now accepting abstracts for the 2025 COS Annual Meeting in Vancouver, British Columbia! The abstract submission deadline is Thursday, October 03, 2024 at 11:59 PM ET. Abstract can be submitted in the following format: The COS Annual Meeting historically boasts an 80+% acceptance rate with abstracts making up over 50% of all presentations. With […]
Understanding Ophthalmologists’ Perspectives on Biosimilars
Jul 8th, 2024
Background A needs assessment was conducted to better understand the needs of Canadian ophthalmologists in the context of biosimilars. Biosimilars are biotherapeutic agents that aim to replicate the efficacy and safety profile of their reference biologic counterparts. They undergo rigorous testing to ensure comparable safety, efficacy, and quality. Biosimilars hold the potential to enhance patient […]
Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive, & Glaucoma Surgery – The Essential Partnership with Industry (Issue II)
Jul 2nd, 2024
The second issue of the Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive, & Glaucoma Surgery is live! The program is entitled: The Essential Partnership with Industry. Dick Lindstrom and David Chang give a great introduction detailing the synergy between ophthalmologists and industry that results in innovative products which address unmet needs. For the first time in our 40 year history, we […]
10th Global Ophthalmology Meeting
May 9th, 2024
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 […]
Zeiss Beyond – Shaping Ophthalmology Together
May 1st, 2024
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: For more information, visit: https://www.zeiss.ca/meditec/en/news-events/events/cos_2024_zeiss.html
MOC Learn & Connect
Apr 29th, 2024
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: In addition to these virtual events, […]
CJO: April 2024 Issue Highlights
Apr 24th, 2024
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 […]
Solar Eclipse Safety – Q&A
Apr 17th, 2024
UPDATE (2024-04-17): We are collecting case reports on solar retinopathy following the recent solar eclipse. If a patient you’ve seen experienced vision impairment or related symptoms after viewing the eclipse, please fill out the following form to contribute to our research efforts. Your participation is crucial in helping us gather valuable data to better understand […]
IV Issue – 2023 Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive, & Glaucoma Cases
Dec 21st, 2023
The fourth issue of the 2023 Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive & Glaucoma Surgery is out! This issue is titled: SHOCKING CASES! The Video Journal of Cataract, Refractive and Glaucoma Surgery (VJCRGS) represents a lifelong mission of renowned ophthalmic surgeon and educator, Robert H. Osher, MD, to advance knowledge and surgical training of eye surgeons. […]