Dr. Darvish is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Ophthalmology at McGill University and has a cornea and anterior segment practice at the Jewish General Hospital in Montreal, Canada.
Dr. Darvish received his Honours Bachelor of Science degree from the University of British Columbia, and a Doctor of Medicine and Masters in Business Administration from McGill University. He performed his ophthalmology residency at the McGill University Department of ophthalmology and his fellowship training in Cornea and External Disease under Dr. Edward Holland at the Cincinnati Eye Institute.
Dr. Darvish is a former program director of the ophthalmology residency at McGill. He has won awards for both medical student and resident teaching. He is a cornea co-editor for the Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. He has written several book chapters and presented and taught at various international ophthalmology conferences. His areas of interest include ocular surface reconstruction, anterior segment surgery and medical education.
Financial Disclosure: Dr. Darvish has/had a relationship with a for-profit or a not-for-profit organization:
- Alcon
- Allergan
- Bayer
- Johnson & Johnson
Sessions in which Dr. Mahshad Darvish participates
Friday 10 June, 2022
SOLD OUTImplantation of an IOL in the absence of capsular support remains challenging for many surgeons. Intrascleral haptic fixation using the flanged, double needle (Yamane) technique allows the surgeon to scleral fixate a 3 piece IOL in the setting of complete zonular compromise. The technique leaves the conjunctiva and sclera relatively undisturbed compared to other scleral fixation techniques while also reducin...
Learning Objectives:To review diagnostic modalities to identify corneal disease.To understand the role of viral disease in the cornea.To evaluate methods for ocular surface reconstruction.CanMEDS Roles: Medical expert; Scholar
Sessions in which Dr. Mahshad Darvish attends
Friday 10 June, 2022
Learning Objectives:1. To understand the role of genetics and environmental factors in keratoconus.2. To review modalities for refractive surgery and keratoconus management. CanMEDS Roles: Medical expert; Scholar
SOLD OUTImplantation of an IOL in the absence of capsular support remains challenging for many surgeons. Intrascleral haptic fixation using the flanged, double needle (Yamane) technique allows the surgeon to scleral fixate a 3 piece IOL in the setting of complete zonular compromise. The technique leaves the conjunctiva and sclera relatively undisturbed compared to other scleral fixation techniques while also reducin...
Saturday 11 June, 2022
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Review latest techniques in corneal transplantation and when certain techniques would be most appropriateReview management strategies to treat non-healing corneal woundsDefine the signs and symptoms of Limbal Stem Cell DeficiencyDescribe the treatment modalities currently in use to treat&n...
Learning Objectives:To review treatment strategies for managing intraocular lens complicationsTo review pearls for performing cataract surgery in patients with corneal conditions.To understand healthcare economics associated with ocular surface disease and cataract surgeryCanMEDS Roles: Medical expert; Scholar
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Identify pearls to simplify cataract surgeryDescribe tips on management of complex cataractsCanMEDS Roles: Medical expert, Scholar&n...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Identify ways to optimize cataract surgery outcomesReview common comorbid conditions present in cataract patientsDescribe what is new in IOL technologyCanM...
Sunday 12 June, 2022
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Explore established and newer cataract practicesReview research relating to cataract surgery practicesManage common and uncommon symptoms after cataract surgery
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