
Yi Ning Strube , MD, MS, FRCSC, DABO, FAAP
Dr. Yi Ning J. Strube is Director of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. She is an Associate Professor with Tenure in the Departments of Ophthalmology and Pediatrics. She completed ophthalmology residency at Queen’s University, followed by a fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus with Dr. Kenneth W. Wright and the University of Southern California, Los Angeles. She is both a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and a Diplomate of the American Board of Ophthalmology. Dr. Strube is the current Chair of Continuing Education Committee for the Canadian Orthoptic Council.
Dr. Strube’s interests include basic science ophthalmological research, innovative strabismus surgical techniques, teaching and medical writing. She is actively involved in teaching medical students and training residents in ophthalmology, as well as residents in pediatrics and family medicine. In 2020 she was awarded the Professional Association of Residents of Ontario (PARO) Excellence in Clinical Teaching Award for Queen’s University. She is the medical editor and author of the 3rd edition Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus textbook, Oxford University Press, the 4th edition Color Atlas of Strabismus Surgery: Strategies and Techniques, Springer, and the recently published Pediatric Ophthalmology for Primary Care, 4th edition published by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Dr. Strube’s clinical focus includes complex pediatric and adult strabismus. She in actively involved in strabismus surgical training and simulation curriculum design, including the American Academy of Ophthalmology Strabismus Skills Transfer course since 2012. Dr. Strube has helped design a novel 3-D printed silicone eye model for strabismus surgery simulation and accompanying strabismus surgery curriculum for teaching residents and fellows, including methods to teach strabismus surgery virtually worldwide.
Dr. Strube is married to her husband Shyam of 14 years, and has three boys, Amari (12), Oliver (10) and Max (8), who keep her busy and active outside of work!
Financial disclosure: Dr. Strube has/had an affiliation (financial or otherwise) with a commercial organization:
1. Oxford University Press
2. Springer Publishing
3. American Academy of Pediatrics
4. Santen Canada
Sessions in which Yi Ning Strube , MD, MS, FRCSC, DABO, FAAP participates
Saturday 21 June, 2025
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Describe the current state of surgical simulation training in Canadian Ophthalmology residency programs, and how to improve strabismus surgery experiences for residents
Author’s Name(s): Yi Ning Strube, Michele ZamanAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Yi Ning Strube, Oxford University Press Other financial or material interest, Oxford University Press, Other financial or material interest, Springer Publishing Other financial or material interest, Springer Publishing, Other financial or material Abstract BodyPurpose:Wide variation exists in surgical simulation training between programs. Learning...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Apply ROP screening guidelines specific to CanadaDescribe pathophysiology of ROP and future potential screening tools
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Integrate current practice patterns in the diagnosis and treatment of orbital cellulitis
Sessions in which Yi Ning Strube , MD, MS, FRCSC, DABO, FAAP attends
Thursday 19 June, 2025
Friday 20 June, 2025
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:To become familiar with the current status of gene therapy for LHON.To review and update the approach and diagnosis of functional vision loss.To identify, incorporate, and evaluate the impact of demographic, social determinants and systemic he...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Summarize clinical characteristics of inherited optic neuropathies. Review underlying pathophysiology and genetics of inherited optic neuropathies.Discuss potential treat...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Assess the issues linked to eye care delivery in both Canada and globally.Understand the challenges and barriers to implement eye care services delivery in remote areas and underserved communities.
Author’s Name(s): Wai-Ching Lam, Timothy Lai, Xiaodong Sun, Shih-Jen Chen, Xin Zhang, Andrea Schulze, Tobias Machewitz, Min Zhao, Sergio LealAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Wai-Ching Lam: Roche, Grant/research support, Apellis, Membership on an advisory panel, standing committee or board of directors, Bayer, Employment/honoraria/consulting fees, Novartis, Membership on an advisory panel, standing committee or board of directors, Amgen, Membership on an advi...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Summarize Updated McDonald’s Criteria & the role of OCT Review ophthalmologic & neuro-ophthalmologic vision-related clinical features in MS&...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Assess the sources of emissions linked to eye care delivery in both clinical and surgical settings.Understand the challenges, barriers and opportunities to implement environmentally-sound eye care practices.
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Evaluate the applications of artificial intelligence in screening, diagnostics, and surgery within ophthalmology. To explain the principles of found...
Saturday 21 June, 2025
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Improve surgical techniques during eye surgery in the digital age.To understand the mechanisms of low tension glaucoma, discern masqueraders and learn more about management strategies.To know the most common types of retinal pathologies that can result from myopia.To...
Sunday 22 June, 2025
Learning Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to:Analyze the impact of vision impairment on driving abilities and safety among older drivers.Evaluate interdisciplinary appr...