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Helen Dimaras

Scientist & Associate Professor
The Hospital For Sick Children (SickKids) and The University of Toronto
Participates in 1 Session

Helen Dimaras, PhD

Dr. Helen Dimaras is Associate Professor and Director of Global Health in the Department of Ophthalmology & Vision Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. She is cross-appointed to the Division of Clinical Public Health, Dalla Lana School of Public Health and the Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Toronto. She serves as Director of Global Eye Health Research in the Department of Ophthalmology & Vision Sciences at The Hospital for Sick Children, and Scientist in the Child Health Evaluative Sciences program and Centre for Global Child Health in the SickKids Research Institute.

Dr. Dimaras completed a PhD in Molecular & Medical Genetics and post-doctoral training in clinical trials and global health. Her work has contributed to the understanding of the molecular genetic development of the childhood eye cancer, retinoblastoma. She leads a research program that lies at the intersection of global health, cancer genetics and patient engagement. Much of her work is focused on how to deliver optimal retinoblastoma care worldwide and improve patient outcomes, with patients as partners in these efforts.

Dr. Dimaras is featured by the Canadian Society for International Health on the Canadian Women in Global Health List.

Sessions in which Helen Dimaras participates

Saturday 11 June, 2022

Time Zone: (GMT-04:00) Atlantic Time (Canada)
11:30 AM
11:30 AM - 11:35 AM | 5 minutes

Sessions in which Helen Dimaras attends

Friday 10 June, 2022

Time Zone: (GMT-04:00) Atlantic Time (Canada)
10:45 AM
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM | 1 hour 30 minutes
Skills Transfer Course (STC)Public Health and Global Ophthalmology

SOLD OUTDespite advances in diagnostic and surgical techniques, our remote and marginalized populations are often inadequately managed. The purpose of this workshop is to explore various modalities, such as smartphone technologies, telemedicine and mobile unit, to reach remote communities and marginalized urban populations. Some of our newer members of the Canadian Association for Public...

12:15 PM
12:15 PM - 1:30 PM | 1 hour 15 minutes
Special Event
Session Chair
12:15 PM - 1:30 PM | 1 hour 15 minutes
3:45 PM
3:45 PM - 5:15 PM | 1 hour 30 minutes
EDI

Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this symposium, participants will be able to:Describe the impact of racism in medicine and healthcare, and identify approaches towards active anti-racismDescribe emerging research on gender equity in ophthalmologyApply best practices to become effective allies and advocates in the healthcare setting, with a special emphasis on the needs of vulnerable populationsIntegrate Indigenous health concep...

Saturday 11 June, 2022

Time Zone: (GMT-04:00) Atlantic Time (Canada)
6:30 AM
6:30 AM - 8:00 AM | 1 hour 30 minutes
Co-Developed Symposium

Innovation in Retina Research Award Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this symposium, participants will be able to:Identify innovative Canadian retina research proposals and their intended benefitDescribe how using digital innovations in ophthalmology can optimize patie...

10:45 AM
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM | 1 hour 30 minutes
Skills Transfer Course (STC)Public Health and Global Ophthalmology

Despite universal health care in Canada, significant disparities, including risk factors, access to healthcare, morbidity, and mortality, continue in vulnerable populations. The underlying causes of these health disparities are associated with social, economic, cultural and political inequities. You want to get involved locally to provide eye care to those who most need it but don’t know where to start? Join an interactive discussion on how to take impactful and sociall...

1:30 PM
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | 1 hour 30 minutes
Paediatric Ophthalmology

Learning Objectives:Describe aspects of congenital ptosis clinical management  Recent advances in paediatric screening Understand the strabismus complications of foveal ectopia CanMEDS Roles: Medical Expert, Scholar

Sunday 12 June, 2022

Time Zone: (GMT-04:00) Atlantic Time (Canada)
10:45 AM
10:45 AM - 12:15 PM | 1 hour 30 minutes
Public Health and Global Ophthalmology

Learning Objectives:At the end of this session participants will be able to:• Describe the impact of visual impairment on overall health maintenance• Understand the unique aspect of eye health needs in vulnerable populations such as homelessness• Describe the Canadian human resource landscape and challenges augmented by COVID.  CanMEDS Roles:  Health Advocate, Collaborator

10:45 AM - 12:15 PM | 1 hour 30 minutes
Skills Transfer Course (STC)Paediatric Ophthalmology

This is a very practical course on how to manage common ocular conditions that present to a comprehensive or paediatric ophthalmologist. We will use case-based discussions to highlight assessment and management strategies. This includes how to communicate the concepts to parents for them to understand and be onboard with management. We will also describe long term complications including poor treatment compliance and steps to help families. Learning Objectives

1:30 PM
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM | 1 hour 30 minutes
Public Health and Global Ophthalmology

Learning Objectives:At the end of this session participants will be able to:• Understand the specific niche that an academic global ophthalmologist fills• Describe various possible career paths and training in global ophthalmology• Demonstrate how technology can increase access to eye health  CanMEDS Roles: Health Advocate, Collaborator