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EyeCan Season 5, Episode 11 - Advancing Ophthalmology: Standardization, AI, and Retinal Therapies with Prof. Marion Munk | This episode on EyeCan, we’re thrilled to welcome Professor Marion Munk, a globally recognized leader in uveitis, retina, and ophthalmic research innovation. With an impressive track record in clinical research, artificial intelligence, and translational medicine, Dr. Munk guides us through the evolving landscape of ophthalmology—from the critical role of standardizing imaging protocols to the transformative power of AI in discovering new disease pathways.In this episode, we unpack her work in establishing global nomenclature through Delphi methodologies, redefining clinical endpoints for retinal therapies, and exploring therapeutic targets beyond anti-VEGF. We also dive into her groundbreaking research on fibrosis, epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition, and nonperfusion, along with how AI and bioinformatics are revealing links between ophthalmic disease and systemic infections like SARS-CoV-2 and tuberculosis.To round out the conversation, we put Dr. Munk in the “lightning round hotseat” to hear about her life beyond the lab—travel, books, and how she unwinds when she's not pushing the boundaries of eye care innovation.👩⚕️ Guest Bio:Professor Marion Munk Professor Marion Munk is a physician-scientist and global authority in Uveitis and Medical Retina. She is Chief Scientific Officer and Head of Research at Augenarzt-Praxisgemeinschaft Gutblick AG, Professor at Inselspital (University Hospital Bern), adjunct professor at Northwestern University (Chicago), Director of Eyegnos Consulting, and Chief Medical Officer at Isarna Therapeutics.Dr. Munk has authored over 260 scientific publications and serves on the editorial boards of leading journals, including IOVS, Acta Ophthalmologica, and Ophthalmologica. Her research spans image processing, artificial intelligence, macular disease, and uveitis. She is Research Chair at the International Retinal Imaging Society (InTRIS) and a peer reviewer for numerous journals in the field.Through her work in standardizing OCTA nomenclature, advancing retinal imaging analytics, and leading the charge on AI applications in ophthalmology, Professor Munk is helping shape the future of vision science.With your host Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer.Show Notes:Exploring the Molecular Intersection of Posterior Ocular Tuberculosis: Mycobacterium tuberculosis Proteins, Ocular Autoimmunity, and Immune Receptor Interactions. Standardization of OCT Angiography Nomenclature in Retinal Vascular Diseases: Consensus-Based Recommendations. Is it Time to Adopt a New Nomenclature and Classification for White Dot Syndromes Using Multimodal Imaging Techniques? Report 1 from Multimodal Imaging in Uveitis (MUV) Task Force. Expression of key SARS-CoV-2 entry molecules in surgically obtained human retinal biopsies. How the immune response to the structural proteins of SARS-CoV-2 affects the retinal vascular endothelial cells: an immune thrombotic and/or endotheliopathy process with in silico modeling. Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Jun 10
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 9 - Resident Voices: Shaping the Future of Ophthalmology Through Leadership and Innovation with guests Dr. Dominique Geoffrion and Dr. Kian Madjedi | In this special EyeCan episode, we shine a spotlight on the next generation of ophthalmology leaders. Our guests, Dr. Dominique Geoffrion and Dr. Kian Madjedi, are two remarkable residents making a real impact—both in the clinic and beyond.From spearheading educational initiatives like the Skills Transfer Courses at the Canadian Ophthalmological Society’s Annual Meeting and Exhibition to contributing to global vision health through Orbis and academic excellence, Dominique and Kian offer a fresh and inspiring look at what it means to lead early in one’s career.We discuss leadership, education, collaboration across career stages, and what the future holds for ophthalmology. Plus, our guests share their personal journeys, biggest lessons, and what motivates them to stay involved and innovative.👁️ Guest Bios:Dr. Dominique Geoffrion Dr. Geoffrion is an ophthalmology resident at Université de Montréal with a PhD in Experimental Surgery and MD from McGill University. Her research spans molecular biology, cancer genetics, and ophthalmology, with a PhD focus on glaucoma management following Boston keratoprosthesis surgery. In 2024, she received the Artemis Award from the American Academy of Ophthalmology and has been a board member of Orbis Canada since 2021. She recently participated in the Flying Eye Hospital mission to Bangladesh and founded the Orbis Future Vision Leaders program to empower students and residents in the fight against avoidable blindness.Dr. Kian Madjedi Dr. Madjedi is a PGY5 ophthalmology resident at the University of Calgary and incoming Cornea and External Disease Fellow at the Cincinnati Eye Institute. With master’s degrees in epidemiology and the philosophy of science from Cambridge, and a third in progress in medical education from Edinburgh, he blends deep academic training with a passion for teaching. He plays a key role in developing the COS Annual Meeting’s Skills Transfer Courses and is dedicated to medical education and curriculum innovation.With your hosts, Dr. Heather O'Donnell and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer.Show Notes:COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition - http://cos-sco.ca/cos2025Dominique Geoffrion – Artemis Award Winner Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
May 13
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 7 – Understanding Uveal Melanoma and Ocular Tumors with guest Dr. Lauren Dalvin | In this episode of EyeCan, we sit down with Dr. Lauren Dalvin, an expert in ocular oncology, to explore the complexities of uveal melanoma and ocular tumors. Dr. Dalvin, an Associate Professor of Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic, brings her extensive experience in patient-centered research, including groundbreaking work in drug discovery and radiation retinopathy. With over 175 peer-reviewed publications and leadership roles in major ophthalmic organizations, she is at the forefront of advancing eye cancer care through multidisciplinary collaboration and translational research. Tune in as we discuss the latest developments in the field and what they mean for patients and clinicians alike.With your hosts, Dr. Heather O'Donnell and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer.Show notes:Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology – Special issue: Ocular Oncologyhttps://www.canadianjournalofophthalmology.ca/content/ocularoncology Patient-derived organoid modelshttps://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39601636/ Uveal Melanomahttps://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/eye-melanoma/symptoms-causes/syc-20372371A Cure in Sight - Independent Organization for Ocular Melanoma for Patients and Research https://acureinsight.org/Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Apr 15
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 5 - Ophthalmic Pathology, with guest Dr. James Farmer | Welcome to this episode of EyeCan! Today we're chatting with Dr. James Farmer about Ophthalmic Pathology. Dr. Farmer is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Queen’s University in Ontario and an Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa. He graduated from the University of Ottawa Medical School, did his Ophthalmology residency there, and then went on to complete a Fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Strabismus, and Pediatric Neuro-Ophthalmology in San Francisco.Afterwards, he wrapped up an Anatomical Pathology residency at the University of Vermont and the University of Ottawa. Dr. Farmer also wears many hats: he's the Section Chairman of the Canadian Ophthalmic Pathology Society, the Section Editor for Ophthalmic Pathology for the Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology, and a member of the Eastern Ophthalmic Pathology Society in the US.Stay tuned as we dive into his fascinating journey and expertise in today’s conversation!With your host, Dr. Heather O'Donnell.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer.Show notes: **Be sure to attend the COPS full-day session at the COS Annual Meeting and Exhibition, June 19, 2025. Link here for details.**What is Ophthalmic Pathology? Ophthalmic Pathology is a subspecialty of pathology and ophthalmology that focuses on the microscopic and molecular examination of ocular tissues to diagnose and characterize diseases affecting the eye and adnexa. It plays a critical role in identifying neoplastic, inflammatory, degenerative, infectious, and systemic conditions with ocular manifestations. Through histopathology, immunohistochemistry, and increasingly, molecular diagnostics, ophthalmic pathologists provide crucial insights that guide clinical management, prognostication, and research into disease mechanisms. As imaging and artificial intelligence continue to evolve, ophthalmic pathology remains essential in correlating histological findings with clinical and radiologic data to refine diagnosis and treatment strategies.AFIP - Armed Forces Institute of Pathology in Washington, DC. Served as a training and resource centre for all of Pathology, including Ophthalmic Pathology. Many ophthalmology leaders spent fellowship years learning and crafting the specialty, headed by Lorenz Zimmerman. AFIP closed in 2011 but still publishes Pathology reference textbooks used by practicing Pathologists.Resources:Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) Practice Resource Centre: The COS offers an extensive online repository of educational materials, including resources on ophthalmic pathology. The Practice Resource Centre provides access to webinars, articles, and clinical guidelines pertinent to Canadian practitioners. cosprc.caQueen's Ophthalmic Pathology Teaching Interactive Curriculum (QOPTIC): Developed by Queen's University, QOPTIC is a series of case-based modules that integrate clinical and histopathological images. This interactive curriculum is designed to enhance learning for ophthalmology residents, fellows, and practicing clinicians. OphComments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Mar 10
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 3 - Ethics in Ophthalmology with guest Dr. Chryssa McAlister | On this episode of EyeCan, we talk to Dr. Chryssa McAlister about ethics in ophthalmology.Dr. McAlister is Co-Division Head of Ophthalmology at the Waterloo Regional Eye Program, Staff Ophthalmologist at Saint Mary’s General Hospital and Grand River Hospital, and Assistant clinical professor adjunct. Waterloo Regional Campus. McMaster University.She runs a diverse comprehensive medical and surgical ophthalmology practice and manages a wide range of ocular conditions. She performs cataract and strabismus surgery, intravitreal injections and various laser procedures. She also sees pediatric patients with eye disease in the Waterloo Region.Dr. McAlister helps to coordinate the WRC medical student teaching in ophthalmology and delivers the ophthalmology review session for graduating medical students at McMaster University. McAlister is involved in the bioethics teaching for postgraduate ophthalmology training programs at McMaster and the University of Toronto. She helped to organize the Halifax Ethics Symposium and in 2023 founded the Macrae Bioethics and Professionalism Course in Ophthalmology, a biannual national review course in ophthalmology bioethics. She is frequently invited to speak at conferences on topics of bioethics in ophthalmology and medical education. Dr. McAlister is the Director of Community Practice on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society.Show notes:The Drug Pushers – article from The Atlantic https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2006/04/the-drug-pushers/304714/Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Jan 13
EyeCan Season 5, Episode 1 - A Discussion on Capital Gains with guest Jean-Francois Bordeleau from MD Financial | Welcome to Season 5 of EyeCan! Today we speak to Jean-Francois Bordeleau, National Lead, Investments Advice at MD Financial Management. JF (as he is called by his colleagues) is MD’s thought leader on investment related topics and an advisor to MD Advisors. With his team he is responsible for educating them on MD’s investment standards and principles as well as MD’s investment solutions. A graduate of McGill University, JF is a 30-year industry veteran, having spent most of those with MD.With your hosts, Dr. Heather O'Donnell and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer.Show Notes:Investment articles by Jean-Francois Bordeleau on the MD Financial website: https://invested.mdm.ca/tag/author-jean-francois-bordeleau/Articles featuring Capital Gains references, from MD Financial: https://invested.mdm.ca/?s=capital+gains&post_type=postMD Financial Literacy Podcast: https://invested.mdm.ca/financial-literacy-podcast/ Canadian Medical Association - Drop capital gains plans, focus on real health issues: CMADrop capital gains plans, focus on real health issues: CMA | CMAComments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Dec 02
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 10 - Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology, with guest Dr. Delan Jinapriya | On this episode of EyeCan, we enjoy a conversation on Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Delan Jinapriya.Dr. Jinapriya is an Ophthalmologist who specializes in Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery. He is the Fellowship Director for the Surgical and Medical Glaucoma Fellowship at Queen’s University, an Assistant Professor at Queen’s University, the Medical Director and CEO of the Galen Eye Centre, the Medical Director of Euclid Telehealth, and an Executive Member of the Canadian Glaucoma Society. He is the past Chair of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society Skills Transfer Courses, a reviewer for the Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology, the Journal of Glaucoma, and a grant reviewer for the Canadian Glaucoma Research Council, and the Canadian Institute of Health Research. He is a key opinion leader in the field of Ophthalmology and the specialty of Glaucoma and serves as an advisor to Ontario Health’s Health Technology Assessment program, which helps determine the value of new technologies and whether they should be funded by Ontario’s Provincial Health Plan. He has developed and continues to develop Continuing Medical Education curricula approved by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society. He has been an invited speaker and presenter at the World Glaucoma Society, American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, American Glaucoma Society, Canadian Ophthalmological Society, Canadian Glaucoma Society and many International and National conferences and continuing medical education symposia. He completed his medical training at Queen’s University, and his Fellowship at University of Toronto. He has certificates from the Rotman School of Management in the areas of Health Systems Transformation, and Leadership. He spent the first 15 years of his career focused on delivering, and training ophthalmologists to deliver tertiary level surgical, procedural, and medical management of glaucoma.Dr. Jinapriya became a physician to make a daily contribution to the betterment of people’s lives. After becoming an ophthalmologist, he made it his mission to reduce preventable vision loss. He believes that vision is the one sense that has the greatest impact on our ability to be independent, productive and happy. Saving vision, or delaying its deterioration by even a few years, has a tremendous impact on a person’s quality of life and their ability to lead an independent and maximally productive life. He also believes in order to deliver the best care to people, there needs to be a dedication to continual education and improvement, both for himself and for the field, and for this reason is dedicated to education initiatives through developing and delivering continuing medical education programs, training future ophthalmologists, training future glaucoma specialists, educating non-ophthalmology health care professionals, and educating patients and their families. In addition to the practice of ophthalmology, and being an educator, he is now dedicating much of his energy to finding ways to improve the systems and processes of ophthalmic healthcare delivery to serve more people and save more vision.With your hosts, Dr. Mona Daghar and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer. Show notes:Galen Eye Centre https://www.galeneyecentre.com/See the Possibilities – Hot Topic Expert ArticleComments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Jul 01
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 8: Physician Leadership with Dr. Nina Ahuja | On this episode of EyeCan, we are pleased to bring you an extended conversation with Dr. Nina Ahuja, on the topic of Physician Leadership. Dr. Ahuja has over 20 years of experience as a surgeon, private practice owner, local and national academic leader, and is the founder of Docs in Leadership, a program that delivers emotionally intelligent leadership education that support positive culture in healthcare environments and supports well-being.With your hosts, Dr. Mona Daghar and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer. Show Notes:EyeCan Season 1, Episode 6: Physician Wellness with Dr. Nina Ahuja https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/eyecan-season-1-episode-6-physician-wellness-w-guest/id1541770048?i=1000506576306Docs in Leadership https://www.docsinleadership.com/Stress in Medicine: Lessons Learned Through My Years as a Surgeon, from Med School to Residency, and Beyond https://geni.us/StressInMedicineLive to Lead – Leaders committed to making a difference in the world share their inspiring stories. Available on Netflix. https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81406763Hillary – in this four part documentary series, former First Lady and Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton reflects candidly on her life and career. Available on Netflix. https://www.netflix.com/ca/title/81266238#:~:text=In%20this%20four%2Dpart%20documentary,on%20her%20life%20and%20career.&text=Watch%20all%20you%20want.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
May 13
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 6 - Genetic Testing, with guest Dr. Sarah Chorfi | On this episode of EyeCan, we discuss the compelling topic of Genetic Testing, with our special guest Dr. Sarah Chorfi.Dr. Sarah Chorfi was born and raised in Montreal, Canada. She graduated from Medical School at McGill University on the Dean’s honour list in 2016 and completed her Ophthalmology Residency at University of Montreal in 2021. She next completed a fellowship in inherited retinal degenerations at the Mass Eye and Ear at Harvard University and attended a summer school program in Computational Genomics Summer Institute at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).Dr. Chorfi received numerous awards during her training, including:Initiation to Vision Student Research AwardMcGill Faculty of Medicine Research BursaryLieutenant Governor’s Youth MedalBourse de perfectionnement dans le domaine de la bio-informatique et génomique computationnelle en maladies génétiques oculaires (Département d’ophtalmologie de l’Université de Montréal)Dr. Chorfi now has a faculty position at the CHUM (University of Montreal) where she undertakes weekly ophthalmic genetics clinics. With your hosts, Dr. Mona Daghar and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer. Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Mar 25
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 4 - Myopia – Can We Slow Down the Growth? with Dr. Vivian Hill | On this episode of EyeCan, we introduce our listeners to the topic of Myopia, with returning guest Dr. Vivian Hill.Dr. Hill completed a fellowship in Ocular Pathology at the University of Ottawa, then completed an ophthalmology residency and a Pediatric Ophthalmology fellowship in Calgary.Dr. Hill is an assistant professor at the University of Calgary and her clinical practice focuses on Pediatric Ophthalmology and adult strabismus. She led undergraduate ophthalmology for over a decade and led a revision of the medical school ophthalmology curriculum at the Cumming School of Medicine. She is a member of the examination board of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada as an optics and pediatric ophthalmology examiner. Dr. Hill sits on the executive of the Eye Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta as past Fees Chair and current advocacy lead and is the COS Advocacy Council Chair (term ending June 2024). Her interests include pediatric ophthalmology and strabismus, retinopathy of prematurity, medical education, and vision safety in the setting of expanding injectable medical esthetic. She is a former director on the Board of West Island College in Calgary which excels in academic rigour and experiential learning. She has received Calgary’s Top 40 under 40 Award as well as teaching awards at the Cumming School of Medicine.With your hosts, Dr. Mona Daghar and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer. Show NotesThis episode of EyeCan was researched and written by Lauren Khoury, a medical and MSc student (considering ophthalmology) at McGill University (2026). Dr. William StellCarr & Stell 2017 – Link to Webvision chapter: http://webvision.med.utah.edu/book/part-xvii-refractive-errors/the-science-behind-myopia-by-brittany-j-carr-and-william-k-stell/Dr. Vivian Hill Ask the Expert on Pediatric Vision Health See the Possibilitieshttps://www.seethepossibilities.ca/children-ama/American Academy of Ophthalmology Nearsightedness: What is Myopia? Resourcehttps://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/myopia-nearsightednessICEE Clear Vision for the Future – Press releasehttps://www.cos-sco.ca/clear-vision-for-the-future-canadian-ophthalmological-society-celebrates-indigenous-children-eye-examination-project-impacting-6000-lives-to-date/Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Jan 30
EyeCan Season 4, Episode 2 - Age-related Macular Degeneration, with guest Dr. Ravi Dookeran | Welcome to Season 4, Episode 2 of The EyeCan Podcast! Our topic on today’s episode of EyeCan is Age-related Macular Degeneration, with guest Ravi Dookeran of Winnipeg, Manitoba.Dr. Dookeran has worked in Winnipeg since 2006 in the University of Manitoba department of Ophthalmology. He is the medical director of the Waterfront Eye Institute and runs a surgical and medical Retinal practice serving all of Manitoba, Nunavut and western Ontario. After completing his ophthalmology residency at the University of Alberta, Dr. Dookeran went on to complete a 2-year surgical and medical Retina fellowship at McGill University. He is affiliated with the University of Manitoba's Department of Ophthalmology as an Assistant Professor, teaching residents and retina fellows and is actively involved in clinical research having authored numerous publications. Dr. Dookeran has been actively involved in developing a tele-ophthalmology program and serves as the medical director of the Manitoba Retinal Screening and Vision Program (MRSVP) providing access to care for diabetic patients in northern and remote communities across Manitoba. In addition to being vice president of the Eye Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba for many years, he sat on the COS board of directors as Treasurer from 2019 to 2022 and continues to be involved in the COS Foundation.With your hosts, Dr. Mona Daghar and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer.Show notes:Early Treatment Diabetic Retinopathy Study– ( https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/2062510/ ) the landmark study that still guides how we treat diabetics today. See the Possibilities Eye Health page on AMD ( https://www.seethepossibilities.ca/eye-health/age-related-macular-degeneration/ )Learn more about the COS Council in Advocacy ( https://www.cos-sco.ca/council-on-advocacy/ )Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Dec 18
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 12 – Canadian Ophthalmological Society Foundation with Dr. Guillermo Rocha | On this episode of EyeCan, we are excited to introduce our listeners to the Canadian Ophthalmological Society Foundation in our discussion with Foundation President, Dr. Guillermo Rocha. Guillermo Rocha, MD, FRCSC, FACS is originally from Mexico City, Mexico. He trained in Ophthalmology at McGill University in Montreal and has completed subspecialty training in Ocular Immunology and Inflammation at McGill, and Cornea and External Diseases at the University of South Florida, in Tampa. He completed the Physician CEO Executive Program at the Kellogg School of Management (2016) and the Foundations of Clinical Research Certificate Program, Harvard Medical School (2022). He is Professor of Ophthalmology at the University of Manitoba, President of the COS Foundation, Past President of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (2016-2018), and past President of the Canadian Cornea, External Diseases and Refractive Surgery Society. In 1995, he was awarded the Canadian Society for Clinical Investigation & Medical Research Council of Canada Resident Research Award for his work on the causative factors of ocular inflammation. Dr. Rocha was the recipient of the Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba iCare Award for 2014. In 2015, he was recognized as one of the 10 Most Successful Mexicans in Canada, followed by an award as one of the 10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians in 2016. Dr. Rocha performs Anterior Segment, Refractive and Corneal Surgeries. Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Jul 11
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 10 – Artificial Intelligence with guest Netan Choudhry | On this episode of EyeCan, we are excited to introduce our listeners to Dr. Netan Choudhry, co-founder and medical director of the Vitreous Retina Macula Specialists of Toronto, a premier academic retina practice.Dr. Choudhry is an internationally recognized Vitreoretinal Surgeon with affiliations at both the University of Toronto and Harvard Medical School, and Ophthalmology Lead at the Cleveland Clinic Canada. He is universally recognized as a thought leader in retinal imaging and the diagnosis and treatment of rare disorders of the retina and vitreous.Dr. Choudhry was one of the first to pioneer OCT imaging of the peripheral retina and is actively developing novel devices for imaging the retina and vitreous using non-invasive technology. He has published in the world’s most read/indexed journals including: The New England Journal of Medicine, the Lancet, Ophthalmology and the Retina Journal. Dr. Choudhry has authored several book chapters in retinal imaging.Dr. Choudhry’s innovative work in the field of retina has also been published on the covers of numerous journals further earning him the distinction of a pioneer in retinal imaging. His current research focus continues to be in the integration of novel retinal imaging technologies with Artificial Intelligence and imaging biomarkers.He is an elected member of the Retina Society and Macula Society. He has been a member of the board of directors at the American Society of Retina Specialists, Canadian Retina Society and currently sits on the Board of Directors of the Foundation Fighting Blindness Canada.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha, Dr. Setareh Ziai, Dr. Mona Dagher, and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and Directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
May 23
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 8 - Ocular Oncology with Dr. Carol Shields | On this episode of EyeCan, we are excited to introduce our listeners to Dr. Carol Shields, Director of Oncology Service, Wills Eye Hospital, and Professor of Ophthalmology at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia.She completed her medical school at the University of Pittsburgh and residency in Ophthalmology at Wills Eye Hospital in Philadelphia in 1987. She subsequently completed fellowship training in Ocular Oncology, Oculoplastic Surgery, and Ophthalmic Pathology.Dr. Shields has authored or coauthored 12 textbooks, over 2000 articles in major peer-reviewed journals, over 340 textbook chapters, given over 1000 lectureships, and has received numerous professional awards; on January 11, 2023, she was awarded the 2023 NCAA Theodore Roosevelt “Teddy Award” in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Shields has been chosen as the number one ophthalmologist in The Ophthalmologist’s 2023 Power List.She is a member of numerous ocular oncology, pathology, and retina societies and has delivered 74 named lectures in America and abroad. She serves on the editorial board of several journals including JAMA Ophthalmology, Retina, Journal of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and International Journal of Clinical Oncology.Dr. Shields practices Ocular Oncology on a full time basis with her associates on the Oncology Service at Wills Eye Hospital. She is an avid sportswoman with interest in basketball, tennis, downhill skiing, biking, hiking and others. She also enjoys watercolor and oil painting. She maintains farm hobbies of raising chickens, goats, dogs, and cats. She and her husband Jerry are the parents of 7 children, ranging from ages 22 to 34 years.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha, Dr. Setareh Ziai, Dr. Mona Dagher, and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and Directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer. Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Apr 11
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 6 - Physician Health and Wellness with Dr. Susan Biali Haas | On this episode of EyeCan, we check in with Dr. Susan Biali Haas, an award-winning medical doctor, health and wellness expert, coach, speaker and author. She helps people worldwide to reduce stress, prevent burnout, improve mental health, and live with increased wellness and resilience.Dr. Biali Haas overcame burnout and depression at the beginning of her medical career, quickly becoming an internationally recognized influencer in health and well-being. With over two decades spent studying wellness and resiliency, twenty years of clinical experience with thousands of patients, and more than ten years coaching high performance clients worldwide, she expertly applies her experience and skills to equip people to live better lives.She inspires a broad range of clients — from military leaders and senior executives to physicians and other healthcare professionals — to take control of their health and start living more impactful, meaningful lives. Susan has also provided focused support to patients with mental health challenges, providing virtual medical psychotherapy treatment during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic.Dr. Biali Haas’ latest book, The Resilient Life: Manage Stress, Prevent Burnout, and Strengthen Your Mental and Physical Health, was released in Fall 2022.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha, Dr. Setareh Ziai, Dr. Mona Dagher, and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and Directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer. Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Feb 28
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 4 - The Patient’s Journey with guest Doug Purdy | On today’s episode of EyeCan, we are sharing a patient journey and are pleased to introduce you to Doug Purdy. Doug graduated from the University of British Columbia with a master's degree in Social Work specializing in community development and planning.He has been President of LPA Development and Marketing Consultants in Vancouver, British Columbia since 1998. The company specializes in in providing caring, compassionate, and responsible tenant relocation services to the real estate development community. Thanks to the work of the organization, many seniors and people with disabilities and limited income have found rent-geared-to-income housing. Doug’s firm also provides rezoning advice and consulting services to real estate developers.Doug lives with glaucoma and has been a patient of ophthalmology for many years. We are pleased to share his story with our listeners.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha, Dr. Setareh Ziai, Dr. Mona Dagher, and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and Directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Jan 11
EyeCan Season 3, Episode 2 - Fixing Canadian Health Care with guest Dr. Robert Bell | On this episode of EyeCan, we are excited to introduce our listeners to Dr. Robert Bell.Dr. Bell is an internationally recognized Orthopaedic Surgeon, Clinician-Scientist and Educator and has chaired expert panels that provided advice on emergency room overcrowding, critical care capacity, vision care and eye surgery, and neurosurgical care in Ontario.After completing medical school and internship at McGill University in 1976, Dr. Robert Bell started his medical career as a General Practitioner and Emergency Physician practicing in Peterborough and Brampton, Ontario. Achieving his FRCSC in 1983, Dr. Bell undertook a Fellowship in Orthopaedic Oncology and Complex Joint Reconstruction at Harvard University and the Massachusetts General Hospital. During his clinical career, Dr. Bell was appointed Professor of Surgery at the University of Toronto and published more than 200 peer reviewed articles and achieved more than $5 million in peer reviewed scientific grants. At end of his clinical career, he served nine years as CEO of Canada’s largest research hospital (University Health Network) and four years as Ontario’s deputy minister of health.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha, Dr. Setareh Ziai, Dr. Mona Dagher, and Dr. Hady Saheb.Written and Directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from Bayer. Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Dec 06
EyeCan Season 2, Episode 11 – Global Ophthalmology with guest Dr. Vivian Yin | On this episode of EyeCan, we speak with Dr. Vivian Yin, an associate professor at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver. Dr. Yin graduated from Johns Hopkins University with an Honors degree in Biology. She completed her medical training and residency at the University of Toronto, graduating with multiple surgical and academic awards. With an interest in oculoplastic, she pursued a two-years oculoplastic and orbital oncology training at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. She has spoken internationally on topics of periocular and orbital oncology, aesthetics, and lacrimal system.Dr. Yin is actively involved in research and teaching. She trains fellows in oculoplastic surgery, ophthalmology residents, and medical students. She is also a reviewer for multiple international peer-review scientific journals, including the British Journal of Ophthalmology and the Canadian Journal of Ophthalmology. She has been recognized for her accomplishments by research awards and grants from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the Canadian Ophthalmology Society, and the Physicians’ Services Incorporate (PSI) Foundation.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai. Written and Directed by Kim Tytler. Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from MD Financial Management and Scotiabank, proud financial partners of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and Canada's ophthalmologists.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Apr 25
EyeCan Season 2, Episode 9 - Bioinformatics, deep learning, and clinical epidemiology with Dr. Cecilia Lee | On this episode of EyeCan, we are joined by Dr. Cecilia Lee, Klorfine Family Associate Professor of Ophthalmology and Director of Clinical Research at the University of Washington, in Seattle. Dr. Lee’s research focus includes bioinformatics, deep learning, and clinical epidemiology. Recent published work includes clinical outcomes research in age-related macular degeneration and diabetic retinopathy. In a new paper published in JAMA Internal Medicine, Dr. Lee and her colleagues report exciting findings related to the association between cataract surgery and dementia risk. That will be the focus of this podcast’s conversation.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai.Written and Directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from MD Financial Management and Scotiabank, proud financial partners of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and Canada's ophthalmologists.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Mar 08
EyeCan Season 2, Episode 7 - 2022 at the Canadian Ophthalmological Society w/ guest Dr. Colin Mann | On this episode of EyeCan, we talk with Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) President Dr. Colin Mann about what’s in store for the organization in 2022.Dr. Colin Mann is a comprehensive Ophthalmologist based in Bridgewater, NS. He has been a member of the COS since starting practice in 1991 and served many years on the Maintenance of Certification (MOC) committee. He was the founding Chair of the Practice Resource Centre Committee. Dr. Mann has served on the COS Board of Directors since 2014 and is currently in year two of his two-year term as President of the COS.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai.Written and Directed by Kim Tytler.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from MD Financial Management and Scotiabank, proud financial partners of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and Canada's ophthalmologists.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Jan 31
EyeCan Season 2, Episode 5 - Strabismus Surgery with guest Dr. Yi Ning J. Strube | On this episode of EyeCan we talk with Dr. Yi Ning J. Strube about her recently featured research on increasing safety in strabismus surgery and what simple changes can be made to have a significant impact. Dr. Yi Ning J. Strube is Director of Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus, Department of Ophthalmology, Queen’s University, at Hotel Dieu Hospital / Kingston Health Sciences Centre in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. She is an Associate Professor with Tenure in the Department of Ophthalmology, and cross-appointed in the Department of Pediatrics. Dr. Strube completed her medical school and ophthalmology residency training at Queen’s University, followed by her fellowship in Pediatric Ophthalmology and Adult Strabismus with Dr. Kenneth W. Wright and the University of Southern California, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. She is both a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and a Diplomat of the American Board of Ophthalmology. With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai.Written and Directed by Eric Johnson.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works. The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from MD Financial Management and Scotiabank, proud financial partners of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and Canada's ophthalmologists. Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Dec 27
EyeCan Season 2, Episode 3 - Dr. Michael Nguyen - Being a resident today | On this episode of EyeCan we talk with Dr. Michael Nguyen a 4th year ophthalmology resident at the University of Toronto about what its like being a resident today and the challenges that COVID has created in the learning and practice environment for new ophthalmologists. Dr. Michael Nguyen is a 4th year ophthalmology resident at the University of Toronto. He received his medical degree from McMaster University. Michael has a strong passion in ophthalmic medical education. More recently, he created VISCO (the Virtual Introductory Student Course in Ophthalmology), a free and interactive online course that teaches the fundamentals of ophthalmology to medical students. He is currently serving as the President of the Council of Canadian Ophthalmology Residents. With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai.Written and Directed by Eric Johnson.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from MD Financial Management and Scotiabank, proud financial partners of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and Canada's ophthalmologists. Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Nov 15
EyeCan Season 2, Episode 1 - Intro to Season 2 and Part 1 of Lauren Brecher Interview | On this episode of EyeCan, we take a look at our upcoming Season 2 episodes. We’ll talk about operating in the fourth wave of Covid and we’ll be joined by Lauren Brecher, a lawyer from Ottawa, to discuss mandatory vaccinations and how to approach the topic with staff (Part 1 of 2). Please note that the comments of Lauren Brecher within this episode are provided for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice or opinion, nor does accessing this information create a lawyer-client relationship.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai.Written and Directed by Eric Johnson.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.The EyeCan Podcast is made possible by support from MD Financial Management and Scotiabank, proud financial partners of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society and Canada's ophthalmologists. Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Oct 26
EyeCan Season 1, Episode 10 - Innovating During a Pandemic w/ guest Dr. Ike Ahmed | On this episode of EyeCan, we speak to Dr. Ike Ahmed. Dr. Ahmed has become world renown for his diagnosis and surgical treatment of glaucoma and anterior segment reconstruction. He has been recognized as one of the most experienced complex eye surgeons in the world , and has trained numerous surgeons in innovative surgical techniques. This includes developing and coining the phrase "micro-invasive glaucoma surgery."Today, Dr. Ahmed speaks to us about innovation in eye care during a pandemic.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai.Directed by Eric Johnson.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Apr 12
EyeCan Season 1, Episode 8 - Competence by Design w/ guest Dr. Stephanie Baxter | On this episode of EyeCan we talk to Dr. Stephanie Baxter.Stephanie obtained her medical degree from Dalhousie University in 1998. She completed a residency in ophthalmology at Queen’s University in 2003 followed by a 1 year fellowship in Cornea and External Disease in Philadelphia at the Wills’ Eye Hospital. She returned to the Department of Ophthalmology at Queen’s in 2004 where she has been practicing and teaching ophthalmology ever since. She was the UG Director from 2004-2012 and has been the residency PG Director from 2012-2020. She has been in charge of implementing and operationalizing CBME at Queen’s since 2015.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai.Directed by Eric Johnson.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Mar 01
EyeCan Season 1, Episode 6 - Physician Wellness w/ guest Dr. Nina Ahuja | Dr. Nina Ahuja is a Cataract specialist based in Hamilton Ontario. With a passion for teaching, Dr. Ahuja was a key contributor in establishing the Ophthalmology Residency Program at McMaster University, a program that began in 2005 and has won numerous awards for excellence in teaching, and for contributions to residency education including as past Program Director. She continues to be actively involved as Academic Division Head for Ophthalmology, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, and is also an examiner for the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.She is also the author of bestseller "Stress in Medicine: Lessons Learned Through My Years as a Surgeon, from Med School to Residency, and Beyond" and is an advocate for wellness for physicians, fellow health professionals, and students in health professional programs.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai.Directed by Eric Johnson.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Jan 25
EyeCan Season 1, Episode 4 - Covid-19 w/ guest Dr. James Chodosh | On today’s episode, we’ll get an update on COVID-19 and discuss how we should view this second wave, what we can expect, and what we can do to overcome the challenges we will inevitably face. We’ll also talk about what to expect in a potential vaccine and when we might see one in use.Our guest is Dr. James Chodosh, a clinician scientist internationally known and respected for his work on molecular virology, viral genomics, and viral pathogenesis. In addition to serving as the Associate Director of the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Service, he directs Boston Keratoprosthesis Programs and serves as Vice Chair for Ophthalmology Education at Harvard Medical School and Associate Chief of Ophthalmology Education at Mass. Eye and Ear. His clinical interests include ocular infections, chemical burns, Stevens Johnson syndrome, and keratoprosthesis surgery.Dr. Chodosh attended medical school at Baylor College of Medicine, where he also completed his residency. He served his fellowship in Corneal and External Diseases and Surgery at Bascom Palmer Eye Institute. He leads his field in so many way, we can’t fit them all in to the podcast, it would take too much time……And he currently spearheads the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s coronavirus task force.With your hosts, Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai.Directed by Eric Johnson.Produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Jan 06
EyeCan Season 1, Episode 2 - Guest Dr. Robert Koenekoop | On this episode of EyeCan we talk to Dr. Robert Koenekoop, a Montreal-based paediatric ophthalmologist and Molecular Biologist of Blindness who studies retinal degenerations and childhood blindness. For the past 25 years he has devoted his research career to discovering new retinal genes for childhood blindness due to retinal degenerations. His researcher into gene therapy and has discovered over 15 new genes for IRDs and has helped pave the way for Health Canada to recently approved gene replacement therapy for an autosomal recessive inherited retinal disorders.Comments about EyeCan? Contact communications@cos-sco.ca and we’ll get back to you soon!Listening to EyeCan counts for unaccredited MOC credits. You may claim 0.5 credits per hour under Section 2 (Individual Learning) as “Educational content review”, up to 30 credits per year.
Dec 11
