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COS Member, Dr. Stephanie Dotchin, a pediatric and adult ophthalmologist, talks with @CBCNews about rising myopia rates in children and the long-term risks of severe myopia. buff.ly/4a7SQm4

The Tim Smith Health Leadership Scholarship supports emerging health care leaders in gaining the skills and experience needed to drive positive change. Applications for 2025 are open until Jan. 15, 2025. Learn more or apply below: buff.ly/41EsLsB

Bill C-284 is now law, creating a national eye care strategy to improve access across Canada. Dr. Nina Ahuja, COS Advocacy Council Chair, chats with @CBCNnews on the Bill, early diagnosis, integrated care networks and more. Read it here: buff.ly/49z4yWz

#FinancialFriday with #Financial_MD: Canadian physicians focus on providing exceptional patient care. The Medicus Pension Plan™ focuses on providing exceptional care to your retirement savings. Learn more about securing tomorrow, today: buff.ly/3ZDirPX

Season 5 of the EyeCan Podcast is here! Dr. Heather O'Donnell and Dr. Hady Saheb dive into capital gains taxation, with return guest, Jean-Francois Bordeleau from @Financial_MD. 🎧 Don’t miss the premiere: buff.ly/3ZdpEoE Thanks to #Bayer for their support.

#FinancialFridays with @Financial_MD: Did you know that location is one of the most important factors to consider when looking to start or expand your medical practice? But should you buy or lease? Find out the advantages of each below:buff.ly/3UMs24e

Dr. Clara Chan, COS member and Cornea Chair for the Annual Meeting Planning Committee, is featured in @MediaMICEgroup CAKE Magazine’s Women in Ophthalmology series. Learn about her work in corneal treatments, mentorship, and advancing the field. buff.ly/4etCnJv

Dr. Chryssa McAlister, COS member and Director of Community Practice on the Board, shares insights with Global News on eye care and preventative measures following World Sight Day. Video credit: @Global News

Lest we forget🍁 Remembering and honouring the courage, dedication, and sacrifices of all the brave heroes on this Remembrance Day. #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #HonouringHeroes

The passage of Bill C-284 by the Government of Canada marks a significant advancement in the country’s commitment to eye health and vision care. Grateful to Parliament members and Senators, especially @JudySgroM, for championing this vital legislation. buff.ly/4emCK8F

Welcoming Dr. Adam Muzychuk as the COS Annual Meeting Planning Committee Chair! An award-winning surgeon, he led the world’s first implant of a novel presbyopia-correcting IOL and is active in clinical trials for new surgical tech. We are glad to have you join us!

Today the co-chairs of @CanadaHEAL, a coalition of 43 national health organizations, held a press conference on Parliament Hill. Our CEO, Elisabeth Fowler & @CanChiroAssoc CEO Ayla Azad presented a new consensus document on national healthcare priorities. buff.ly/4fzifXs

Congrats to Dr. Michael Kryshtalskyj on being named one of Calgary’s Top 40 Under 40 for 2024! Recognized for advancing eye health & founding initiatives like Eyes on Ukraine. Read more: buff.ly/3UzA54n #40Under40 #EyeHealth #Leadership #Calgary

Today, 4:15 - 5:15 pm ET: Watch Dr. Nina Ahuja and Elisabeth Fowler present witness testimony on Bill C-284 before the Senate. Join us live to support a national eye care strategy for Canada! Watch: buff.ly/4fqNEuO #EyeHealth #BillC284 #Advocacy #SOCI

A landmark moment for #eyehealth advocacy! Advocacy Chair Dr. Nina Ahuja and COS CEO Elisabeth Fowler are testifying in support of Bill C-284 to establish a national #eyecare strategy for #Canadians. With our vision stakeholders we’re urging swift passage of this bill. #soci

"Coverage for eye surgery just makes sense" - @WinnipegNews COS member Dr. Gdih, glaucoma and anterior segment surgeon, shares insights on the importance of ensuring accessible, medically necessary procedures like CXL are covered: winnipegfreepress.com/opinion/editor…

Join tomorrow’s "EyeNovation" webinar with Dr. Samir Melki from Harvard Med as he shares insights from his first 500 Light Adjustable Lens cases! Topics include monovision success, refractive changes & more. Register now: buff.ly/3Uw6qsL @sam_jabbour2

The Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology welcomes Judy A. Sgro, as a witness on Bill #C284. 📺 Watch: ow.ly/Q4K450TQ7hV #SenCA #SOCI #CdnPoli