Dr. Varma is recognized across Canada as an emerging leader in ophthalmology.He specializes in the full range of glaucoma surgery performing both traditional and a variety of new minimally invasive procedures. In addition to routine and refractive cataract surgery, he has particular expertise in high risk cataracts, the repair of complications from cataract surgery and reconstruction of the front portion of the eye.
He completed a bachelor’s degree in engineering at Dalhousie University in Halifax where he graduated first in his class and was awarded the University Medal. He went on to complete his medical school training in Halifax and then a residency in ophthalmology in Saskatoon which he completed in 2009. He pursued further training at the University of Toronto under Dr. Ike Ahmed, as a subspecialist in glaucoma and advanced anterior segment surgery.
After his fellowship, Dr. Varma joined Dr. Ahmed as a partner at the Prism Eye Institute – a large multidisciplinary practice with locations in Mississauga and Brampton. He performs surgery at Trillium Health Partners in Mississauga, Kensington Eye Institute and TLC Mississauga. Dr. Varma is an assistant professor of ophthalmology at the University of Toronto, where he leads undergraduate ophthalmology teaching at the Mississauga campus, teaches residents, fellows and delivers a wide variety of continuing education programs for practicing physicians.
He actively conducts research and has special interests in angle closure glaucoma and new technologies, having authored over 20 publications and delivered over 60 presentations at national and international conferences.
Financial disclosure: I have/had an affiliation (financial or otherwise) with a commercial organization.
- Alcon
- Allergan
- Bausch+Lomb
- Glaukos
- Johnson & Johnson Vision
- Labtician
- Labtician-Thea
- New World Medical
- Santen
- Takeda
- Vizzario
Elementy, w których Dr. Devesh Varma uczestniczy
niedziela 1 stycznia, 2017
piątek 1 czerwca, 2018
sobota 2 czerwca, 2018
niedziela 3 czerwca, 2018
sobota 15 czerwca, 2019
niedziela 16 czerwca, 2019
sobota 27 czerwca, 2020
sobota 11 czerwca, 2022
niedziela 12 czerwca, 2022
piątek 9 września, 2022
piątek 16 czerwca, 2023
This course is designed for general ophthalmologist, glaucoma specialists and residents who wish to expand their surgical skills to optimize glaucoma care for their patients. Surgeons will learn intra-operative gonioscopy techniques to better understand the angle and understand the implantation of various MIGS devices. Featured techniques are the implantation of the iStent inject, implantation of Hydrus Microstent and the use of Kahook...
Elementy, w których Dr. Devesh Varma attends
piątek 16 czerwca, 2023
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...
piątek 20 czerwca, 2025
Author’s Name(s): Angelica Hanna, Jake Armstrong, Efstathia Tsioros, Cindy Hutnik, Iqbal "Ike" AhmedAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Angelica Hanna, none; Jake Armstrong, none; Efstathia Tsioros, none; Cindy Hutnik, none; Iqbal "Ike" Ahmed, noneAbstract BodyPurpose:Cataract surgery is widely performed globally, with recent major advancements improving techniques and outcomes. Sedation practices vary, with centers providing intrave...
Course Description: This course is designed to provide a wet lab training overview in Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS) for practicing ophthalmologist. MSICS has been recognized worldwide as a viable alternative to phacoemulsification for cataract surgery in resource-constrained areas. It also serves as a valuable intermediary step to mastering phacoemulsification surgery. The wet lab experience will focus on wound construction techn...
Author’s Name(s): Parsa Mehraban Far, Arman Rahimi Far, Julia Wiens, Andre Jastrzebski, Raageen KanjeeAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Parsa Mehraban Far, none; Arman Rahimi Far, none; Julia Wiens, none; Andre Jastrzebski, none; Raageen Kanjee, noneAbstract BodyPurpose: To determine if early (day 0-1) post-operative assessment of patients following uncomplicated phacoemulsification can be safely replaced with a telephone screening...
Author’s Name(s): Diana L. Martinez, Angelica Hanna, Grant Luke, Iqbal Ike K. Ahmed, Joshua TeichmanAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Diana L. Martinez: none; Angelica Hanna: none; Grant Luke: none; Iqbal Ike K. Ahmed: Consultant – AbbVie, Ace Vision, Alcon, Aliph Medical, Aquea Health, Inc, ArcScan, Avellino Lab USA, Inc, Avisi, Balance Ophthalmics, Bausch and Lomb, Beaver Visitec, Belkin Vision, Bionode, Carl Zeiss, Centricity Vision, Inc, CorNeat Vision, C...
Course Description: This course is designed to provide a wet lab training overview in Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS) for residents. MSICS has been recognized worldwide as a viable alternative to phacoemulsification for cataract surgery in resource-constrained areas. It also serves as a valuable intermediary step to mastering phacoemulsification surgery. The wet lab experience will focus on wound construction techniques, anterior c...
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
Author’s Name(s): Joshua Bierbrier, Stephanie Baxter, Davin JohnsonAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Joshua Bierbrier, none; Stephanie Baxter, none; Davin Johnson, noneAbstract BodyPurpose:The Ontario government funds out-of-hospital independent health facilities (IHFs) to perform elective cataract surgeries. It is paramount to ensure that cataract surgeries are safe regardless of the clinical setting in which they are performed. T...
Author’s Name(s): Angel Gao, Davin JohnsonAuthor’s Disclosure Block: Angel Gao: none; Davin Johnson: D.J. is the medical director of the Focus Eye Center. However, D.J. does not hold any ownership or financial interest in the facility and does not present any conflict of interest in relation to the scientific content of this abstract.Abstract BodyPurpose:This study aims to compare the clinical characteristics and systemic co...
sobota 21 czerwca, 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...