
Sessions in which Dr. Laura Wu participates
Thursday 15 June, 2023
Thursday 19 June, 2025
Additional authors: Ingrid Tam, Carson Schell
Sessions in which Dr. Laura Wu attends
Thursday 15 June, 2023
Friday 16 June, 2023
Learning Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Describe the presenting signs and symptoms, as well as evaluation and management of Giant Cell ArteritisExplain the therapeutic options for central retinal artery occlu...
Learning Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Recognize orbital imaging findings of ocular conditions and surgeriesDescribe the various medical management options for Thyroid Eye DiseaseManage infections of...
This course will focus on the challenges and opportunities involved in providing effective and efficient eye care in conflict-affected and remote areas. Attendees will learn about the unique obstacles to delivering eye care in these environments, and the different strategies for overcoming these challenges. The course will also cover the use of telemedicine and other technologies, as well as successful initiatives. Participants will have the opportunity to network with health ...
Authors: Lindsay Ong‐Tone, Regina Qu'Appelle Health Region.Author Disclosures: Lindsay Ong‐Tone: None Abstract Body: Purpose: This will be the fifteenth annual survey on the practice patterns of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) members in cataract surgery. Study Design: Web basedMethods: This su...
Authors: Saerom Youn, Etienne Benard‐Seguin, Jeremy Moreau, Abdullah Al‐Ani, Fiona Costello. Division of Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, University of Calgary.Author Disclosures: S. Youn: None. E. Benard-Seguin: None. J. Moreau: None. A. Al-Ani: None. F. Costello: None Abstract...
Authors: Hamza Inayat, Saerom Youn, Lulu Bursztyn. Western University.Author Disclosures: Hamza Inayat: None Saerom Youn: None Lulu Bursztyn: NoneAbstract Body: Purpose: Temporal artery biopsy (TAB) is the gold standard for diagnosis of giant cell arteritis (GCA), but is invasive, may miss pathological findings and is performed by a limite...
Learning Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Integrate novel research ideas into clinical practice Describe key research outcomes in oculoplastics CanMEDS Roles: Scholar, Medical ExpertX
This workshop will focus on the challenges and barriers that can prevent vulnerable populations from accessing eye care services, and the potential role of portable eye care technologies in addressing these challenges. It will include demonstrations of the use of portable eye care technologies and examination equipment, as well as presentations on successful programs and initiatives that have used these technologies to provide eye care services to refugees and those in shelter...
Authors: Tianwei Ellen Zhou 1, Kamini Raghuram1, Elizabeth Asztalos1, Rudaina Banihani1, Kamiar Mireskandari1, Nasrin Tehrani1, Kenneth Eng1, Radha Kohly1, Ugo Dodd2, Kamran Yusuf2, Prakesh Shah,1, Linh Ly1, Anna Ells1, Peter Kertes1. 1University of Toronto, 2University of Calgary....
Authors: Iyar Sheps , Ezekiel Weis. University of Calgary.Author Disclosures: I. Sheps: None. E. Weis: None. Abstract Body:Purpose: To describe our experience with orbital reconstructive surgery using patient-specific computer-generated non-porous 3-dimensional printed implants in patients with various orbital defects.&n...
Authors: Amir R. Vosoughi1, Irina Sverdlichenko2, Edward Margolin3, Jonathan Micieli3. 1Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, 2Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, 3Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences, University of Toronto.Author Disclosures: Amir Vosoughi: None Irina Sverdlichenko: None Edward Margol...
Authors: Gabriella Menniti 1, Georges Nassrallah2, Nivdeep Nijhawan2, Jean Deschênes1. 1McGill University, 2University of Toronto.Author Disclosures: G. Menniti: None. G. Nassrallah: None. N. Nijhawan: None. J. Deschênes: None. Abstract Body...
Learning Objectives: At the end of this session, participants will be able to: Integrate oncological principles in the management of oculoplastics disordersCanMEDS Roles: Medical Expert, Professional
Learning Objectives:At the end of this session participants will be able to:Describe how bias, discrimination, and racism affect health care outcomes and physician wellness, and how cultural humility and critical allyship can be used as tools in combating discrimination
Authors: Michael Balas 1, Navdeep Nijhawan2, Nancy A. Tucker2, Dan D. DeAngelis2, Harmeet S. Gill2, John T. Harvey3, James H. Oestreicher2, Elizabeth Bradley4, Michael T. Yen5, Amina I. Malik6, John Nguyen7, Albert Y. Wu8, Kimberly P. Cockerham Peele8, Cameron B. Nabavi9, Ahsen Hussain10, Ezekiel Weis11
Authors: Danica R. Kindrachuk Author Disclosures: Danica Kindrachuk: None Abstract Body: Purpose: To examine and educate on the scope of domestic violence injuries in ophthalmology, to examine its prevalence, to delineate ophthalmology’s key role in detection and advocacy, and to discuss efficacy of interventions.
Authors: Matthew B. Schlenker1, Isra Hussein1, Tushar Srivastava2, Jyoti Sharma2, Iqbal Ike K. Ahmed1. 1University of Toronto, 2ConnectHEOR Limited. Author Disclosures: M.B. Schlenker: Any direct financial payments including receipt of honoraria; Name of for-profit or not-for-profit organization(s); Alcon, Allergan, ...
Saturday 17 June, 2023
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Understand what is meant by cortical visual impairment Appreciate the impact of visual impairment on mental healthBe able to assess the needs of a child with visual impairment CanMEDS Roles: Medical ...
Author Block: Sheetal Pundir1, Dongfeng Li 2, Nathan Congdon 2. 1McGill University Health Centre, 2Queen's University.Author Disclosures: S. Pundir: None. D. Li: None. N. Congdon: None. Abstract Body:Purpose: In this systematic review, we have summarized the existing evidence to stu...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session participants will be able to:Describe the impact of AI technologies on eye care Understand the unique aspects of eye health needs in remote populations C...
This course will have 2 aims: 1) to allow participants to review the principles of ocular trauma and discuss cases and receive feedback. 2) To review literature and interventions on domestic violence as it pertains to ophthalmology, where many of these injuries originate, and strategies for the ophthalmologist to become more aware of and comfortable disc...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session participants will be able to:Describe the impact of AI technologies on eye care Understand the unique aspects of eye health needs in remote populationsCompare various models of care for remote populations in low and middle-income countries CanMeds Roles: Professional, Health Advocate
Authors: Natalia M. Binczyk, Samir A. Nazarali, Karim Damji, Carlos SolarAuthor Disclosures: N.M. Binczyk: None. S.A. Nazarali: None. K. Damji: None. C. Solarte: None. Abstract Body: Purpose: We aim to provide information on the epidemiology of eye emergenc...
Sunday 18 June, 2023
An inspiring full Professor at the National School of Public Administration, Marie-Soleil Tremblay, will share her vision with us. You will discover where her contagious enthusiasm might lead you. Let her transform you, sharing tools for better communication with authorities. WIO is now open for men. Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:How to strategically address health politicians
Authors: Christine E. Ashenhurst 1, Patrick Mitchell2, Michael Y. K. Mak3, Micheal T. Kryshtalskyj2. 1University of Victoria, 2University of Calgary, 3McGill University.Author Disclosures: C.E. Ashenhurst: None. P. Mitchell: None. &n...
Thursday 19 June, 2025
This half day symposium organized by the Council of Canadian Ophthalmology Residents (CCOR) aims to equipment Young Ophthalmologists with the skills and knowledge to excel in their careers. This year’s symposium brings together an excellent group of speakers from the across the country to share their tips and tricks for personal and professional success. Even topics less discussed in training such as how to terminate a staff member and handling your first complaint will be covered. This sympo...
Friday 20 June, 2025
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Explore the preoperative process.
Author’s Name(s): Sarah Patterson, Davin Johnson, Tom GonderAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Sarah Patterson, none; Davin Johnson, none; Tom Gonder, noneAbstract BodyPurpose: Routine use of corneal and retinal/optic nerve imaging is increasingly standard of care for patients undergoing consultation for cataract surgery, with prior reports indicating high disease detection rates. Our study assessed the effectiveness of these screen...
Author’s Name(s): Lindsay Ong-ToneAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Lindsay Ong-Tone, noneAbstract BodyPurpose: This will be the seventeenth annual survey on the practice patterns of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) members in cataract surgery. Study Design: Web based Methods: This survey will be conducted in January 2025 when an e-mail with a link to Red Cap will be sent to all the COS members who have indicated that th...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Assess and implement management strategies for periocular necrotizing fasciitis.Apply new and advanced knowledge to the management of various eyelid cond...
Author’s Name(s): Ryan Eidsness, Seyedeh Zahra (Mona) Moossavi, Alexa MateriAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Ryan Eidsness, none; Seyedeh Zahra (Mona) Moossavi, none; Alexa Materi, noneAbstract BodyPurpose: The Purpose: of this study is to present my experience with the use of topical Imiquimod 5% for periocular BCC. BCC makes up >90% of all periocular malignancies. Non-surgical management of tumors are becoming increasingly im...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:To understand how different patient populations experience vision impairment and eye disease due to structural and identity-based factors.
Author’s Name(s): Tyler Herod, Sarah Jennings, Victoria Taylor, Anuradha MishraAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Tyler Herod, none; Sarah Jennings, none; Victoria Taylor, none; Anuradha Mishra, noneAbstract BodyPurpose: It is well understood that individuals living with vision impairment face unique barriers in accessing health care. While there has been recent emphasis to prioritize accessible and equitable healthcare for all, hea...
Saturday 21 June, 2025
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Understand how the home OCT works and its practical application in the management of retinal diseases.
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
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Develop the ability to critically interpret and integrate findings from optical coherence tomography (OCT) and visual field testing to accurately diagnose and monitor glaucomaRecognize common pitfalls and artifacts in OCT and visual field analyses and...
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, participants will be able to:Identify common neuro-ophthalmic emergencies, including temporal arteritis, sudden ischemic vision loss, cranial nerve palsy, carotid dissection, pituitary apoplexy, intracranial hemorrhage, and papilledema/intracranial mass.<...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Discuss perioperative issues and care in glaucoma surgical management Describe the various gl...
Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:To review how to optimize the use corneal diagnostics to detect corneal ectasia.To review rare complications after crosslinking and outcomes of custom corneal allogenic stromal ring segments.