Dr. Sonia Yeung is an Associate Professor and has served as Division Head for Cornea and External Disease in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual sciences at the University of British Columbia.
She is also the Medical Director of the Eye Bank of British Columbia and Cornea Section Editor for the Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. She currently serves as the Chair of the Technical Subcommittee for Ocular Tissues for the Canadian Standards Association.
Dr. Yeung completed her PHD, MD, and Ophthalmology residency at UBC. After a Fellowship in Cornea, External Diseases, and Refractive Surgery at the University of Toronto, she returned to UBC for an academic position in the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at UBC. She has received the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Gold Medal Award and Claes Dohlman Fellow Award from the Cornea Society for excellence in research, and has published over 100 papers in peer-reviewed journals. In 2022, Dr. Yeung was the recipient of the UBC Distinguished Achievement Award for overall excellence in research, service, and teaching.
At UBC, Dr. Yeung is involved in teaching for the medical school, ophthalmology residency, cornea fellowship, and graduate school programs at UBC and has been the recipient of both Faculty Research Award and Resident Teaching Award. In the clinic, she focuses on corneal and ocular surface disease, corneal transplantation, and cataract surgery.
Financial disclosure: Dr. Yeung has no affiliation (financial or otherwise) with a commercial organization.
Sessions in which Sonia N. Yeung, MD, PhD, FRCSC participates
viernes 1 junio, 2018
sábado 2 junio, 2018
viernes 14 junio, 2019
sábado 11 junio, 2022
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...
domingo 12 junio, 2022
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Recognize features of optic neuritis requiring prompt investigation and more aggressive managementDescribe the challenges of and barriers to delivering eye care to indigent populationsRecognize features of optic neuritis requiring prompt investigation and more aggressive management
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Provide an update on available technologyeDescribe recent research in cataract surgeryCanMEDS Roles: Medical expert, Scholar &n...
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
viernes 16 junio, 2023
Learning Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Explore new IOL technology and biometryDiscuss the use of toric IOLsReview pearls for cataract surgery after phakic IOLsCanMEDS Roles: Medical expert, scholarXX
Learning Objectives:At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Review common comorbid conditions present in cataract patientsDiscuss risk communication in cataract surgeryExplore the role of ergonomics in the workplace CanMEDS Roles: Medical expert, scholarXX
Learning Objectives:At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Review the history and patient perceptions of ISBCSExplore the trends in IOL strategiesDiscuss premium cataract refractive surgery CanMEDS Roles: Medical expert, scholarXX
sábado 17 junio, 2023
Learning Objectives:At the end of this session, participants will be able to:Elucidate the cause and mechanism of DVD.Identity indications of Light adjustable lensXX
Learning Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Enhance surgical strategies for routine cataractsDevelop an approach to complex cataract surgery: techniques, strategies, and instrumentationCanMEDS Roles: Medical expert, scholarX
Implantation 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 reducing surgical time. Attendees will ga...
Cataract STC-Bi-manual Anterior Vitrectomy. Participants will gain hands-on experience in anterior vitrectomy to manage vitreous prolapse encountered during anterior segment surgery. They will gain a better understanding of machine settings to optimize fluidics for various tasks. This segment will also introduce options for secondary IOL placement. Faculty will include both experienced ca...
viernes 20 junio, 2025
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Explore the preoperative process.
Learning Objectives At the end of this session, participants will be able to:Discuss recent advances in cataract surgery.Discuss novel techniques for cataract surgery.Explore recent research in cataract sur...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Discuss "tips and tricks" in cataract surgery.Explore recent research in cataract surgery.CanMEDS: Medical Expert; Scholar
sábado 21 junio, 2025
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Enhance surgical strategies for routine cataracts.Develop an approach to complex cataract surgery: techniques, strategies, and instrumentation....
Course Description: Cataract surgery and the implantation of an IOL in in cases with reduced capsular support remains challenging for many surgeons. Capsular hooks can aid a surgeon complete the surgery while minimizing the risk of vitreious loss and further capsular degradation. Capsular tension rings and segments allow the surgeon to place their chosen IOL into the capsular bag and minimize the risk of lens subluxation. Attendees will gain expe...
Sessions in which Sonia N. Yeung, MD, PhD, FRCSC attends
viernes 14 junio, 2019
sábado 15 junio, 2019
domingo 16 junio, 2019
viernes 10 junio, 2022
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Determine the ocular conditions associated with obstructive sleep apneaDescribe how racism operates within health care in parallel ways to how racism operates in other settingsProvide a framework for how we can move from supportive statements to anti-racist actionCanMEDS Roles: Medical Expert, Scholar
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...
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
Authors: Bonnie He1, Hamid Tavakoli2, Mahyar Etminan2, Shayan Shokoohi2, Alfonso Iovieno2, Sonia Yeung2. 1Dalhousie University, 2University of British Columbia.Author Disclosure Block: B. He: None. H. Tavakoli: None. M. Etminan: None. S. Shokoohi:
sábado 11 junio, 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