Canadian Ophthalmological Society

04/02/2026

EyeNovation Webinar: The evolving landscape of CAIRS

📅 Tuesday, April 21 | ⏰ 7:00–8:00 a.m. ET

Join Dr. Shady Awwad, Professor of Ophthalmology and Head of Cornea & Refractive Surgery at the American University of Beirut Medical Center, for a session on the latest in CAIRS.

Explore evolving surgical techniques, preparation methods, and clinical outcomes, with insights tailored for ophthalmologists and trainees.

Register now: https://cos.imiscloud.com/COS-Member-Portal/Events/Event_display.aspx?EventKey=EYEAPR2026&WebsiteKey=c7660252-6e51-4a02-b844-b568239aafc2

Complimentary to COS Members. Registration fee of $100 applies to lapsed/non-member participants.

03/31/2026

Congratulations to Iqbal K. Ahmed on being named in the Ophthalmologist Power List 2026, recognizing leaders shaping the field.

Dr. Ahmed, a COS member, is also Chair of the upcoming 57th Sally Letson Symposium, focused on practical advances in glaucoma care, including AI, digital health, and new therapeutics.

COS is pleased to have his leadership contributing to this year’s program.

Drivers of Change: The Ophthalmologist Power List 2026 Welcome to our celebration of the most inspirational and influential leaders in ophthalmology Power List Welcome to the Power List – our annual celebration of the world’s leading ophthalmologists!Our 2026 Power List showcases those ophthalmo...

03/30/2026

Healthy eating supports your eyes, but it doesn’t replace professional care.

Regular eye exams are still the best way to protect your vision.

Nutrition + checkups = strong eye health.

Learn more:https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-2.pdf

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Une saine alimentation contribue à la santé de vos yeux, mais elle ne remplace pas les soins professionnels.

Des examens oculaires réguliers demeurent la meilleure façon de protéger votre vision.

Nutrition et examens réguliers vont de pair pour soutenir une vision à long terme.

En savoir plus :https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FR-2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-1.pdf

03/27/2026

À l’occasion du Mois de la nutrition, la SCO a demandé à la Dre Mona Harissi-Dagher, ophtalmologiste et présidente de la SCO, de répondre à des questions courantes sur l’alimentation et la santé des yeux.

Faites défiler pour découvrir :
• Des habitudes alimentaires simples pour favoriser la santé des yeux
• Des aliments qui soutiennent la vision
• Certains mythes courants sur les « aliments bons pour les yeux »

Une alimentation saine soutient la santé de vos yeux - mais des examens de la vue réguliers demeurent essentiels pour protéger votre vision.

Pour en savoir plus :
https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FR-2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-1.pdf

03/26/2026

COS2026: Registration is open.

Early bird rates available until April 15, 2026.

What to expect:
- Latest advances in ophthalmic research and clinical practice
- Invited lectures from Canadian and international experts
- Scientific papers and posters
- Wet labs and practical workshops
- Networking across the full spectrum of vision care
- Exhibition featuring leading ophthalmic technology and services

Join peers from across the field.

Register and explore the schedule today: cos-sco.ca/COS2026

03/24/2026

Staying hydrated helps your whole body function, including your eyes.

Drinking enough fluids supports normal tear production and comfort.

Water matters more than you think.

Learn more:https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-2.pdf

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Une bonne hydratation aide l’ensemble du corps à bien fonctionner, y compris les yeux.

Boire suffisamment d’eau contribue à une production normale de larmes et au confort oculaire.

En savoir plus :https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FR-2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-1.pdf

03/23/2026

In this timely episode of EyeCan, we tackle a growing challenge facing ophthalmologists across the country: drug and device shortages in Canada.

Dr. David Plemel - COS Board Member and Drug & Device Shortages Liaison - joins us to unpack how and why shortages happen, why ophthalmology is disproportionately affected, and what makes Canada especially vulnerable.

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.

03/21/2026

Do you need eye supplements?

For most people, nutrients are best absorbed through food.

Some supplements are recommended only in specific medical situations.

Before starting any supplement, speak with your ophthalmologist or healthcare provider.

Learn more:https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-2.pdf

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Avez-vous besoin de suppléments pour vos yeux?

Pour la plupart des gens, les nutriments sont mieux obtenus par l’alimentation.

Certains suppléments peuvent être recommandés dans des situations médicales précises.

Avant de commencer un supplément, consultez votre ophtalmologiste ou un professionnel de la santé.

En savoir plus :https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FR-2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-1.pdf

03/20/2026

For Nutrition Month, COS asked ophthalmologist and COS President Dr. Mona Harissi-Dagher to answer common questions about diet and eye health.

Swipe to learn:
• Simple nutrition habits for eye health
• Foods that support vision
• Common myths about “eye foods”

Healthy eating supports your eyes - but regular eye exams remain essential for protecting your vision.

Learn more:https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-2.pdf

03/19/2026

A Mediterranean-style diet - rich in vegetables, fruit, whole grains, olive oil, and fish, supports heart health.

Because your eyes rely on healthy blood flow, this way of eating can also support eye health.

What’s good for your heart is often good for your eyes, too.

Learn more:https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-2.pdf

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Le régime de type méditerranéen - riche en légumes, fruits, grains entiers, huile d’olive et poisson, est reconnu pour ses bienfaits sur la santé cardiovasculaire.

Puisque les yeux dépendent d’une bonne circulation sanguine, ce mode d’alimentation peut aussi soutenir la santé oculaire.

Ce qui est bon pour le cœur est souvent bon pour les yeux.

En savoir plus :https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FR-2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-1.pdf

03/17/2026

While it may still feel like winter outside, spring is right around the corner.

Don’t forget that COS members can access exclusive savings through Perkopolis on top brands in fashion, home décor, travel, electronics, and more.

And with tax season here, save with exclusive TurboTax offers available through Perkopolis.

Learn more at cos-sco.ca/membership

03/16/2026

Myth vs. Fact

Myth: Carrots will fix your eyesight.

Fact: Carrots contain vitamin A, which helps support normal vision - but they won’t cure vision problems.

Healthy eating supports your eyes, but regular eye exams are still essential.

Learn more:https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-2.pdf



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Mythe ou réalité

Mythe : Les carottes corrigent la vue.

Réalité : Les carottes contiennent de la vitamine A, qui contribue au maintien d’une vision normale - mais elles ne corrigent pas les problèmes de vision.

Une saine alimentation soutient la santé des yeux, mais les examens oculaires réguliers demeurent essentiels.

En savoir plus :https://www.cos-sco.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/FR-2026-COS-Nutrition-Month-One-Pager-compressed-1.pdf