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Schedule

72 sessions

 

Join us for the 55th Sally Letson Symposium, from Thursday, September 19 - Saturday, September 21, 2024

 

This year's topic is Pediatric Ophthalmology – Making a difference that lasts a lifetime. 

Over the course of 2.5 days, the program will delve into the realm of pediatric ophthalmology with top experts, captivating lectures, interactive learning and cutting-edge insights that will elevate your learning and practice. Seize this opportunity to enrich your knowledge and skills in this vital field, all while earring Section 1 MOC credits! 

 

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Program Learning Objectives

At the end of the symposium, participants will be able to:

  • Develop an approach to the investigation, diagnosis and management of important pediatric ophthalmic conditions seen in both general and specialty practice 
  • Develop an approach to the workup and management of diplopia and adult strabismus conditions 
  • Describe new imaging modalities, surgical techniques and medical innovations in the treatment of pediatric ocular disease
  • Analyze and put into practice the latest data on myopia prevention and control

NOTE: While the primary focus of this symposium is on pediatric ophthalmology, the valuable insights gained at the symposium will benefit and can be applied to ophthalmologists and other allied health professionals across various practice areas. 

 

Target Audience: This symposium is designed for attendance by ophthalmologists, ophthalmology fellows and residents, optometrists, orthoptists, medical students, technologists, nurses, and other allied health professionals.

CanMEDS: Scholar, Health Advocate, Collaborator 

Accreditation: The 55th Sally Letson Symposium, Pediatric Ophthalmology – Making a difference that lasts a lifetime has been approved by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society as an accredited Group Learning Activity under Section 1 of the Maintenance of Certification Program as defined by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Physicians may claim a maximum of 17.5 hours. 

For more information on accreditation, plus Allied Health professional credits, please click here.

 

Location

Westin Ottawa

11 Colonel By Drive

Ottawa, ON K1N 9H4

 

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