Canadian Ophthalmological Society

New on the Practice Resource Centre: the Ocular Chemical Burns Learning Module provides a comprehensive, case-based review of the assessment and management of ocular chemical injuries.

Designed for practising ophthalmologists, ophthalmology residents and medical students, the module covers acid and alkali burns, immediate irrigation and acute management, prognostic indicators, medical and surgical treatment options, and long-term complications.

Authors:
Edmond Sandouk, M.D.
Michael Mina, M.D
Mona Harissi-Dagher, M.D

Open to COS members: https://www.cosprc.ca/courses/chemical-burns/

Neurotrophic keratitis can progress silently, placing patients at risk of corneal melting, perforation and vision loss. An upcoming COS learning module will provide a practical, stage-based approach to recognizing and managing this challenging ocular surface disorder.

Visit the Practice Resource Centre for more educational resources: cosprc.ca

Will we see you there?

Join us September 24–26, 2026, at the The Westin Ottawa for the 57th Sally Letson Symposium: Reimagining Glaucoma Care Together.

Over 2.5 days, hear from internationally recognized experts including Ike Ahmed, Miriam Kolko, and Augusto Azuara-Blanco as they explore the latest advances in glaucoma diagnosis, treatment, surgery, and emerging technologies.

Take part in interactive sessions like Case Files: When Treatments Get Tricky, Humans vs. Machine: AI on the Spot in Realtime, The MIGS Surgical Algorithm, and Rock and Roll Videos of Tough Cataract Cases, while earning Section 1 MOC credits.

Learn more: cos-sco.ca/SLS2026

Help us shine a spotlight on the leaders, visionaries, and changemakers in Canadian ophthalmology.

Nominations are now open for the 2027 COS Awards:

- Lifetime Achievement Award – honouring a career of impact in eye and vision care
- Leadership in Advocacy Award – celebrating bold voices for eye health
- Humanitarian Service Award – recognizing service to underserved communities

Submit your nomination by Friday, September 25, 2026.

More info here: cos-sco.ca/cos-membership/awards

Children's Eye Health and Safety Month is an opportunity to reinforce the importance of early recognition, timely management and ongoing collaboration in pediatric eye care.

Healthy vision helps children learn, grow and thrive throughout the school year.

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Le Mois de la santé et de la sécurité oculaires chez les enfants est l'occasion de rappeler l'importance du dépistage précoce, d'une prise en charge rapide et d'une collaboration continue en santé visuelle pédiatrique.

Une bonne vision aide les enfants à apprendre, à grandir et à s'épanouir tout au long de l'année scolaire.

Shape the future of ophthalmology... become a mentor through the COS Equity-Focused Mentorship Program.

Support first- and second-year medical students from under-represented backgrounds and help build a more inclusive profession.

Residents, fellows & staff ophthalmologists welcome: https://www.cosprc.ca/efmp

*Mentor applications close this Friday, August 28, 2026*

Share your latest research, clinical innovations, or best practices with peers at Canada’s leading vision conference.

Abstract and video submissions for COS2027 in Ottawa are open.

RETURNING THIS YEAR: The COS Film Festival! It features ophthalmic surgery, procedures, education, and innovative techniques through video.

Submit here: https://sites.grenadine.co/sites/cos-sco/en/2027-cos-meeting-and-exhibition-ottawa/pages/26550

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Faites état de vos dernières recherches ou partagez vos innovations cliniques ou meilleures pratiques avec vos pairs lors de la plus importante conférence sur la vision au Canada.

Nous acceptons en ce moment les soumissions pour la Conférence SCO2027 qui se tiendra à Ottawa.

DE RETOUR CETTE ANNÉE : Le Festival du film de la SCO! Le festival proposera des vidéos de nature éducative portant, entre autres, sur la chirurgie ophtalmique et sur les procédures et des techniques innovantes dans le domaine de l’ophtalmologie.

Soumettez votre résumé ou votre vidéo ici : https://sites.grenadine.co/sites/cos-sco/fr/2027-cos-meeting-and-exhibition-ottawa/pages/26550

Congratulations again to Dr. Andrew Samuel, winner of the COS Ergonomics Challenge!

The prize package features high-quality items from OrthoCanada including Sanctband resistance bands with a versatile door anchor for full-body workouts anywhere, plus TheraBand hand exercisers, Ergonomic squeeze balls designed to improve grip strength, dexterity, and wrist mobility. It also includes K-tape samples for joint support and Physiax therapy putty to build grip strength! Plus a snazzy scrub cap!

We’re pretty sure Dr. Samuel will be well equipped to put ergonomics into practice! 👏

As students head back to school and screen time increases, healthy visual habits become even more important.

Regular breaks during reading and digital device use can help reduce symptoms of eye strain and support visual comfort.

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Avec la rentrée scolaire et l'augmentation du temps passé devant les écrans, de bonnes habitudes visuelles deviennent encore plus importantes.

Prendre des pauses régulières pendant la lecture ou l'utilisation d'appareils numériques peut contribuer à réduire la fatigue oculaire et à améliorer le confort visuel.