Canadian Ophthalmological Society

05/25/2026

Ready to bring MIGS into your surgical practice with confidence?

This hands-on Skills Transfer Course at COS2026 is designed for comprehensive ophthalmologists, residents, and fellows looking to expand their glaucoma surgical skills. Participants will gain practical experience with angle anatomy, patient selection, and MIGS implantation techniques through guided learning and clinical scenarios.

From identifying the right candidates to understanding anatomical landmarks and managing potential complications, this course is built to help surgeons strengthen their approach to modern glaucoma care.

Spots are limited: cos-sco.ca/COS2026

05/23/2026

Dr. Deepa Yoganathan joins the latest episode of EyeCan to chat about one of the most rapidly evolving areas in retinal care: Geographic Atrophy.

This conversation explores the therapies changing the landscape of GA management in Canada, what these advances mean for clinicians and patients, and the innovations still on the horizon.

From access and reimbursement challenges to emerging imaging technology and clinical research, this episode takes a closer look at the future of GA care in Canada.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/eyecan-season-6-episode-10-geographic-atrophy-with/id1541770048?i=1000767388756

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

05/22/2026

Big Picture. Expert Voices. Real Learning.

Join the 57th Sally Letson Symposium, September 24–26, 2026, at the The Westin Ottawa. This year’s focus: Reimagining Glaucoma Care Together.

Enjoy 2.5 days of expert-led sessions, interactive learning, and cutting-edge clinical insights designed to elevate your practice.

Explore emerging innovations in glaucoma diagnostics, advances in treatment and surgical care, and collaborative approaches to improving patient outcomes.

Register now to secure early bird rates until August 15, 2026, and earn Section 1 MOC credits.

Save on travel with discounts from Air Canada, WestJet, and VIA Rail Canada. Book accommodations by August 28, 2026 for special rates.

Visit www.cos-sco.ca/SLS2026 for details.

05/21/2026

Surgical care does not begin or end in the operating room.

Patient outcomes depend on assessment, intervention, and follow-up. Each stage requires clinical judgment, accountability, and the ability to respond to complications.

Highlight this when engaging with patients, partners, and policymakers.




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Les soins chirurgicaux ne commencent pas et ne se terminent pas en salle d’opération.

Les résultats pour les patients dépendent de l’évaluation, de l’intervention et du suivi. Chaque étape exige un jugement clinique, une responsabilité et la capacité de répondre aux complications.

Soulignez cet aspect lors de vos échanges avec les patients, les partenaires et les décideurs politiques.

05/20/2026

Looking to strengthen your cataract surgery skills?

The Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS) Skills Transfer Course will provide practical training for cataract surgery in global ophthalmology settings.

Led by course directors Dr. Dominique Geoffrion, Dr. Georges Durr, and Dr. Samir Jabbour, this hands-on course will guide participants through essential MSICS techniques including wound construction, capsulorhexis, hydrodissection, and nucleus extraction.

Only a few spots remaining. Register and sign up on cos-sco.ca/COS2026.

05/19/2026

Advances in technology are transforming care, but they also introduce new layers of complexity.

From patient selection to complication management, integrating innovation into practice requires a strong foundation in both medicine and surgery.




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Les avancées technologiques transforment les soins, mais elles ajoutent aussi de nouveaux niveaux de complexité.

De la sélection des patients à la gestion des complications, l’intégration de l’innovation en pratique repose sur des bases solides en médecine et en chirurgie.

05/18/2026

Join us at the 2026 Canadian Ophthalmological Society Annual Meeting for the EDI Symposium: “Implementing AI in Ophthalmology Using EDI Principles.”

Co-chaired by Drs. Seema Emami, Parnian Arjmand, and Nupura Bakshi, this session will explore how equity, diversity, and inclusion can guide the responsible integration of artificial intelligence into ophthalmology.

Topics will include bias in AI systems, representation in datasets, accessibility, and practical considerations for clinical implementation.

We look forward to welcoming attendees to this important and timely discussion at COS 2026 in Montreal.

05/17/2026

Save the date! June 20, 7 AM ET... 🎬 BACK TO THE FUTURE meets RETINAL CARE!

We're taking Canadian ophthalmologists on a journey through 20 years of retinal innovation. From the breakthrough of anti-VEGF therapy to AI-driven biomarkers and gene therapy, explore how far we've come and where we're headed.

Led by Drs. Nirojini Sivachandran and Cynthia Qian with an expert panel, this interactive symposium will examine:
• The evolution of intravitreal injections
• Next-generation therapeutic platforms
• AI-quantified biomarkers for personalized care
• Future innovations in retinal treatment

Breakfast begins at 6:30 AM ET.

05/15/2026

Ready to take your cornea surgery skills from the lecture hall to the wet lab?

At COS2026, join Dr. Johanna Choremis for a hands-on Skills Transfer Course exploring custom corneal intrastromal ring segments using allogenic materials including CAIRS, KeraNatural, and CTAK.

Participants will rotate through interactive wet-lab stations focused on channel creation, segment customization, surgical planning, and real-world case discussions for keratoconus and ectatic corneal disorders. Expect practical tips, technique refinement, and the chance to learn alongside peers and faculty experts.

If you’re a cornea or refractive surgery specialist looking to sharpen your approach and build confidence in the OR, this course is for you.

Spots are limited: https://sites.grenadine.co/sites/cos-sco/en/2026-cos-meeting-and-exhibition-montreal/schedule/25604/STC%3A%20Corneal%20Allogenic%20Intrastromal%20Ring%20Segments?platform=

05/14/2026

Innovation is advancing ophthalmic care - but it does not reduce complexity.

New technologies require careful selection, precise ex*****on, and the ability to manage complications in real time. Safe integration depends on strong clinical foundations.

Ensure new approaches are implemented within appropriate frameworks.




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L’innovation fait progresser les soins en ophtalmologie, mais elle ne réduit pas la complexité.

Les nouvelles technologies exigent une sélection rigoureuse, une exécution précise et la capacité de gérer les complications en temps réel. Leur intégration sécuritaire repose sur des bases cliniques solides.

Veiller à ce que les nouvelles approches soient mises en œuvre dans des cadres appropriés.

05/13/2026

The EyeCan Podcast is now available on Medspoke!
Tune in for conversations covering clinical insights, research updates, and perspectives from across ophthalmology.

Episodes remain available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever podcasts are listened to... now also on Medspoke: https://www.medspoke.co/

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