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Dr. Laura Wu

Resident
University of Saskatchewan
Participates in 2 items

Sessions in which Dr. Laura Wu participates

quinta-feira 15 junho, 2023

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
8:30

quinta-feira 19 junho, 2025

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
13:50
13:52 - 14:03 | 11 minutes

Additional authors: Ingrid Tam, Carson Schell 

Sessions in which Dr. Laura Wu attends

quinta-feira 15 junho, 2023

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)

sexta-feira 16 junho, 2023

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
8:30
8:32 - 8:42 | 10 minutes
Keynote SpeakerOculoplastics
8:45
8:47 - 8:57 | 10 minutes
Keynote SpeakerNeuro-ophthalmology
10:45
10:45 - 12:15 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Neuro-ophthalmology

 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...

10:45 - 12:15 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Oculoplastics

 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...

10:45 - 12:15 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Self-assessment Program (SAP)Public Health and Global Ophthalmology

 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 ...

10:45 - 10:48 | 3 minutes

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...

11:30
11:32 - 11:39 | 7 minutes

 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...

11:35
11:39 - 11:46 | 7 minutes

 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...

11:55
13:30
13:30 - 15:00 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Oculoplastics

 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

13:30 - 15:00 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Self-assessment Program (SAP)Public Health and Global Ophthalmology

 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...

14:30
14:32 - 14:39 | 7 minutes

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....

14:34 - 14:41 | 7 minutes

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...

14:40
14:40 - 14:47 | 7 minutes

 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...

14:41 - 14:48 | 7 minutes

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...

15:45
15:45 - 17:15 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Oculoplastics

 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

15:45 - 17:15 | 1 hour 30 minutes
EDI

 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   

15:50
15:52 - 15:59 | 7 minutes

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

16:25
16:25 - 16:30 | 5 minutes

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.   

16:28 - 16:31 | 3 minutes

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, ...

sábado 17 junho, 2023

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
10:45
10:45 - 12:15 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Pediatric Ophthalmology

 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 ...

11:15
11:15 - 11:22 | 7 minutes

 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...

13:30
13:30 - 15:00 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Public Health and Global Ophthalmology

 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...

15:45
15:45 - 17:15 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Self-assessment Program (SAP)

 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...

15:45 - 17:15 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Public Health and Global Ophthalmology

 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 

16:35
16:39 - 16:46 | 7 minutes

 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...

domingo 18 junho, 2023

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
6:30
6:30 - 8:00 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Women in OphthalmologySymposium

 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

14:20
14:20 - 14:25 | 5 minutes

 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...

quinta-feira 19 junho, 2025

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
11:30
11:30 - 17:00 | 5 hours 30 minutes
Young Ophthalmologists and Residents

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...

sexta-feira 20 junho, 2025

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
11:15
11:15 - 12:45 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Cataract

Learning ObjectivesAt the end of this session, participants will be able to:Explore the preoperative process.

11:45
11:45 - 11:50 | 5 minutes

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...

12:15
12:15 - 12:20 | 5 minutes

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...

14:00
14:00 - 15:30 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Oculoplastics

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...

14:05
14:07 - 14:14 | 7 minutes

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...

16:15
16:15 - 17:45 | 1 hour 30 minutes
EDI

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.

17:20
17:22 - 17:28 | 6 minutes

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...

sábado 21 junho, 2025

Time Zone: (GMT-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
11:15
11:15 - 12:45 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Retina

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.

11:15 - 12:45 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Pediatric Ophthalmology

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 

14:00
14:00 - 15:30 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Glaucoma

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...

14:00 - 15:30 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Self-assessment Program (SAP)Neuro-ophthalmology

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.<...

16:15
16:15 - 17:45 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Glaucoma

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...

16:15 - 17:45 | 1 hour 30 minutes
Cornea

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.