Canadian Ophthalmological Society

Canadian Ophthalmological Society COS is the national, recognized authority on eye and vision care in Canada.

We are pleased to invite COS members to our next EyeNovation webinar, “Herpes Simplex Keratitis,” presented by Dr. Sadee...
03/06/2026

We are pleased to invite COS members to our next EyeNovation webinar, “Herpes Simplex Keratitis,” presented by Dr. Sadeer B. Hannush, Professor of Ophthalmology at Thomas Jefferson University and Attending Surgeon on the Cornea Service at Wills Eye Hospital.

This session will provide a practical, clinically focused review of herpes simplex keratitis (HSK), addressing its varied presentations, impact on the anterior segment, and considerations for both medical and surgical management.

Register on our Member Portal: https://cos.imiscloud.com/COS-Member-Portal/Events/Event_display.aspx?EventKey=WEBINARV1&WebsiteKey=c7660252-6e51-4a02-b844-b568239aafc2

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Nous avons le plaisir d'inviter les membres du SCO à notre prochain webinaire de la série Regard novateur, « Kératite herpétique », présenté par le Dr Sadeer B. Hannush, professeur d’ophtalmologie à l’Université Thomas Jefferson et chirurgien traitant au Service de la cornée du Wills Eye Hospital.

Cette séance proposera un aperçu pratique et orienté sur les aspects cliniques de la kératite herpétique, et abordera ses manifestations variées, ses conséquences sur le segment antérieur et les considérations pour sa prise en charge médicale et chirurgicale.

Inscrivez-vous ici : https://cos.imiscloud.com/COS-Member-Portal/Events/Event_display.aspx?EventKey=WEBINARV1&WebsiteKey=c7660252-6e51-4a02-b844-b568239aafc2

EyeNovation: International Webinar Series for Ophthalmic Expertise Regard novateur : Série de webinaires internationaux pour l’expertis

The COS Foundation is building momentum, and we've got Dr. Vishaal Bhambhwani to tell us more. Dr. Saheb and Dr. Bhambhw...
03/05/2026

The COS Foundation is building momentum, and we've got Dr. Vishaal Bhambhwani to tell us more.

Dr. Saheb and Dr. Bhambhwani reflect on his first year as President, from launching new resident awards to expanding global partnerships with Orbis International and advancing the Panama Project.

Full episode coming soon.

Season 6 is co-sponsored by Astellas Pharma Canada, Inc. and Johnson & Johnson Vision. We thank them for their support.

Refine your skills with COS 2026 Surgical Skills Transfer Courses (STCs) and Self-Assessment Programs (SAPs).STCs offer ...
03/03/2026

Refine your skills with COS 2026 Surgical Skills Transfer Courses (STCs) and Self-Assessment Programs (SAPs).

STCs offer hands-on wet labs and workshops led by expert physicians, covering cataract, cornea, glaucoma, oculoplastics, and neuro-ophthalmology. SAPs help evaluate knowledge, identify learning gaps, and strengthen competence across eye health, refractive surgery, ocular oncology, ergonomics, and genetics.

All courses are accredited for MOC Section 3 credits via Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

Advanced registration required. Explore and register for courses: cos-sco.ca/COS2026

See you in Montreal!



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Perfectionnez vos compétences avec les cours de transfert de compétences (CTC) chirurgicales et les programmes d’autoévaluation (PAE) offerts au Congrès 2026.

Les CTC présentent des laboratoires expérimentaux pratiques et des ateliers animés par des médecins experts et abordent des sujets comme la cataracte, la cornée, le glaucome, l’oculoplastie et la neuro-ophtalmologie. Les PAE permettent d’évaluer les connaissances, de repérer les lacunes d’apprentissage et de renforcer les compétences en santé oculaire, chirurgie réfractive, oncologie oculaire, ergonomie et génétique.

Tous les cours donnent droit à des crédits de la section 3 du programme de MDC du Collège royal des médecins et chirurgiens du Canada.

L’inscription préalable est obligatoire. Explorez les cours offerts et inscrivez-vous : cos-sco.ca/COS2026

Nous vous donnons rendez-vous à Montréal!

AMD can affect independence, mental well-being, and quality of life. Factors such as income, geography, and access to ey...
02/27/2026

AMD can affect independence, mental well-being, and quality of life. Factors such as income, geography, and access to eye care services can influence when the disease is diagnosed and how effectively it is treated.

Prioritizing regular eye exams can help support earlier diagnosis and better management.

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La DMLA peut affecter l’autonomie, le bien-être mental et la qualité de vie. Des facteurs comme le revenu, la région géographique et l’accès aux services de soins oculaires peuvent influencer le moment du diagnostic et l’efficacité du traitement.

Accorder la priorité aux examens de la vue réguliers peut favoriser un diagnostic plus rapide et une meilleure prise en charge.

Geographic atrophy management is evolving. With complement inhibitor therapies now in the landscape, staying current is ...
02/26/2026

Geographic atrophy management is evolving. With complement inhibitor therapies now in the landscape, staying current is essential.

This free summary module delivers a concise review of what matters most in practice:

- Core pathophysiology and risk factors
- Clinical presentation and functional impact
- Imaging strategies for diagnosis and monitoring
- Current and emerging treatment options
- Practical counselling considerations

Built for busy clinicians. Focused, evidence-based, and ready to apply.

Access the module and sharpen your approach to GA care: https://www.cosprc.ca/courses/summary-module-key-information-that-every-eye-care-professional-should-know-about-geographic-atrophy/
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La prise en charge de l’atrophie géographique évolue. Avec l’émergence des traitements par inhibiteurs du complément, il est essentiel de maintenir ses connaissances à jour.

Ce module sommaire gratuit propose une r***e concise de ce qui compte le plus dans la pratique :

– Concepts fondamentaux de la physiopathologie et facteurs de risque
– Manifestation clinique et impact fonctionnel
– Stratégies d’imagerie pour le diagnostic et la surveillance
– Options de traitement existantes et émergentes
– Considérations pratiques pour l’accompagnement des patients

Conçu pour les cliniciens à l’emploi du temps chargé. Ciblé, fondé sur des données probantes et prêt à mettre en pratique.

Accédez au module et perfectionnez votre façon d’aborder les soins de l’atrophie géographique : https://www.cosprc.ca/courses/summary-module-key-information-that-every-eye-care-professional-should-know-about-geographic-atrophy/

At  , check out our upcoming Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) Skills Transfer Course — designed to provide han...
02/24/2026

At , check out our upcoming Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) Skills Transfer Course — designed to provide hands-on, practical training to help surgeons and surgeons in training confidently integrate a variety of MIGS techniques into clinical practice.

Led by: Dr. Nir Shoham-Hazon, a globally recognized expert and innovator in MIGS at Dalhousie and Memorial Universities and Dr. Cody Lo, PGY-5 Ophthalmology Resident at the University of Ottawa

We are offering a special discounted rate exclusively for residents, made possible through our collaboration with the Council of Canadian Ophthalmology Residents (CCOR). We are proud to support the next generation of Canadian ophthalmologists and expand access to high-quality surgical education.

Spots are limited... register for today at cos-sco.ca/COS2026

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À l’occasion de COS2026, jetez un œil à notre prochain cours de transfert de compétences Chirurgie du glaucome à invasion minimale (CGIM) – conçu pour offrir une formation pratique et interactive visant à aider les chirurgiens à intégrer en toute confiance différentes techniques de CGIM à leur pratique clinique.

Dirigé par : Le Dr Nir Shoham-Hazon, expert de renommée mondiale et innovateur dans le domaine de la CGIM à l’Université Dalhousie, et le Dr Cody Lo, résident de cinquième année (PGY-5) en ophtalmologie à l’Université d’Ottawa.

Nous offrons un tarif réduit spécial réservé aux résidents, rendu possible grâce à notre collaboration avec le Canadien des médecins résidents en ophtalmologie (CCOR). Nous sommes fiers de soutenir la prochaine génération d’ophtalmologistes canadiens et d’élargir l’accès à une formation chirurgicale de grande qualité.

Le nombre de places est limité… inscrivez-vous dès aujourd’hui à à l’adresse cos-sco.ca/SCO2026

02/20/2026

On this episode of EyeCan, the focus is equity-centered mentorship in ophthalmology.

Co-host Dr. Hady Saheb and guest co-host Dr. Nupura Bakshi join Dr. Anu Mishra and Dr. Austin Pereira to discuss the Equity-Focused Mentorship Program from the Canadian Ophthalmological Society.

The conversation covers why the program was created, early data from mentor-mentee matches, gaps in access to identity-aligned mentorship, and what meaningful progress in equity, diversity, and inclusion could look like in the year ahead.

Listen to the EyeCan Podcast on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

Season 6 is co-sponsored by Astellas Pharma Canada, Inc. and Johnson & Johnson Vision. We thank them for their support.

We got Dr. David Plemel on EyeCan!Dr. Saheb and Dr. Plemel discussed a topic that’s affecting practices across the count...
02/19/2026

We got Dr. David Plemel on EyeCan!

Dr. Saheb and Dr. Plemel discussed a topic that’s affecting practices across the country: ophthalmic drug and device shortages.

Dr. Plemel breaks down why shortages happen, why ophthalmology is hit hard, and how the Canadian Ophthalmological Society is working with Health Canada to stay ahead of them.

Full episode coming soon...

Season 6 is co-sponsored by Astellas Pharma Canada, Inc. and Johnson & Johnson Vision. We thank them for their support.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to age-related macular degeneration. Care depends on the type and stage of diseas...
02/17/2026

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to age-related macular degeneration.

Care depends on the type and stage of disease, as well as individual patient needs, making early diagnosis and regular eye exams essential.

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Il n’existe pas d’approche unique pour la dégénérescence maculaire liée à l’âge.

Les soins dépendent du type et du stade de la maladie, ainsi que des besoins de chaque patient, ce qui rend le diagnostic précoce et les examens de la vue réguliers essentiels.

Our Annual Forum was another successful webinar, bringing together engaging, educational content designed to offer somet...
02/13/2026

Our Annual Forum was another successful webinar, bringing together engaging, educational content designed to offer something for everyone.

Attendees heard from five knowledgeable speakers, explored timely topics, and gained practical insights they can apply right away.

While we missed those who couldn’t join us live, we’re pleased to share that the Forum once again delivered meaningful learning and valuable takeaways for our community.

Watch it here:

This webinar focuses on the future of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and the evolving landscape of vision care. Hear from speakers on key topics, incl...

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects people differently - and so does care. Treatment is tailored to each pati...
02/12/2026

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) affects people differently - and so does care.

Treatment is tailored to each patient, new technologies like artificial intelligence are improving detection and monitoring, and access to eye care plays an important role in outcomes.

Now During AMD Awareness Month, we’re highlighting the evolving approach to AMD care in Canada.

Learn more: seethepossibilities.ca

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La dégénérescence maculaire liée à l’âge (DMLA) affecte chaque personne différemment - tout comme les soins offerts.

Le traitement est adapté à chaque patient, de nouvelles technologies, comme l’intelligence artificielle améliorent la détection et le suivi, et l’accès aux soins oculaires joue un rôle clé dans les résultats.

Pour le mois de la sensibilisation à la DMLA, nous mettons en lumière l’évolution de la prise en charge de la DMLA au Canada.

En savoir plus : voirlespossibilites.ca

Hands-on learning returns to the 2026 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition.The Skills Transfer Courses (STC) Program offers...
02/11/2026

Hands-on learning returns to the 2026 COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition.

The Skills Transfer Courses (STC) Program offers practical, small-group training led by expert faculty. Build confidence in techniques you can apply directly in practice.

Course highlights include:
- Manual small incision cataract surgery (MSICS)
- Iris repair
- Corneal allogenic intrastomal ring segments (CAIRS)
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
- Botox injections for chronic migraine
- Oculofacial plastic surgery

Designed for skill development, exploration of new procedures, and global ophthalmology work.
Space is limited. Early registration is encouraged and OPEN.

Learn more and register: cos-sco.ca/COS2026

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L’apprentissage pratique est de retour à l’occasion du Congrès annuel 2026 de la SCO.

Le programme de cours de transfert de compétences (CTC) offre des formations pratiques, en petits groupes et animées par des professeurs experts. Renforcez votre confiance dans des techniques que vous pouvez mettre en application directement dans votre pratique.

Faits saillants des cours :
- Chirurgie de la cataracte à petite incision manuelle (CCPIM)
- Réparation de l’iris
- Segments d’anneaux intrastromaux allogéniques cornéens (CAIRS)
- Chirurgie du glaucome à invasion minimale (CGIM)
- Injections de Botox pour traiter la migraine chronique
- Chirurgie oculoplastique

Ces cours sont conçus pour le développement des compétences, l’exploration de nouvelles interventions et le travail en ophtalmologie mondiale.

Le nombre de places est limité. L’inscription hâtive est encouragée et maintenant OFFERTE.

En savoir plus et s’inscrire : cos-sco.ca/SCO2026

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