Virtual Event
Diabetes & Your Eyes Information Webinar
VirtualHave you been diagnosed with diabetes? Did you know diabetes is a leading cause of blindness in Canada? You are invited to join this informative webinar lead by Dr. Alia Cappellani. You will learn how diabetes can affect your eye health, what you can do to manage possible issues, and how to maintain your eye …
Learning about anti-VEGF Treatments for Eye Disease
VirtualIf you live with wet age-related macular degeneration or diabetes-related eye disease you may have been told by your eye doctor that you need to receive a medication called anti-VEGF. Anti-VEGF medicine helps to slow the growth of abnormal blood vessels in the eye, which can slow or stop damage that causes vision loss. Join …
Transitions Certified Live
Earn your Transitions Specialist certification during one virtual session. This session is at 6pm EST.
Member Billing Webinar
VirtualThe AAO recognizes the importance of correct billing and that it can be a challenging learning curve for even the most experienced optometrist. This is an opportunity to learn about billing resources, definitions, what is and isn’t covered, the most common billing errors, and review the billing basics with examples.
(OAC) Annual General Meeting 2023
VirtualThe Opticians Association of Canada (OAC) Annual General Meeting will take place online on Tuesday, November 28th, 2023 from 06:00 PM to 07:00 PM Central Standard Time and will be presented in English. All OAC members are encouraged to attend. The OAC AGM will not be eligible for CE credits.
ON OPTICS: EXTRA 2023
VirtualThe Ontario Opticians Association is proud to present our FINAL virtual event: ON OPTICS: EXTRA 2023 Sunday December 3rd, 2023. Lectures begin at 9:00 AM The event will be hosted ONLINE VIA ZOOM Don't miss our FINAL virtual event. ✓ FREE for OOA Members ✓ 3 COO Credits: 1 CL - 1 EG/CL/RF - 1 …
OAC CONNECT 2024
VirtualJoin us for the first OAC Connect Webcast of the new year, featuring one continuing education activity accredited across Canada. Urgent Red Eye presented by Amanda Bartlett will cover the symptoms, causes and possible treatment of Red Eye.
Member’s Billing Webinar 2024
VirtualThe AAO recognizes the importance of correct billing and that it can be a challenging learning curve for even the most experienced optometrist. This is an opportunity to learn about billing resources, definitions, what is and isn’t covered, the most common billing errors, and review the billing basics with examples.
Ask the Expert: Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD)
Christ Church Cathedral Ottawa 414 Sparks St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaIn collaboration with the Canadian Council of the Blind, Fighting Blindness Canada presents a special live, hybrid event to recognize Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) awareness month. Join us for a full morning of interactive sessions with doctors and people living with AMD and learn more about this prevalent eye condition that affects over 2.5 million …
WHITE CANE WEEK CONFERENCE 2024
Christ Church Cathedral Ottawa 414 Sparks St, Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaFighting Blindness Canada and the Canadian Council of the Blind invites you to a special conference to recognize age-related macular degeneration (AMD) awareness month and to share the results of the Canadian Survey on Disability 2022. You can attend virtually on Zoom or join us in-person in Ottawa.
Fabry Disease Webinar 2024
VirtualThis disease awareness initiative for Fabry disease will highlight the pivotal role Optometrists play in accelerating the diagnosis of patients with Fabry disease. The session seeks to encourage optometrists to take a proactive approach in identifying patients who may be at risk and referring them for further evaluation and treatment.
The Future of Optometry: It’s not what it used to be 2024
VirtualArtificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a part of the healthcare landscape. This session will examine the opportunities and challenges faced in implementing AI solutions in optometry. It will explore the impact of AI on current practices in eye care and look ahead to the likely impact AI will have in improving diagnostics, personalizing treatments, …
OOA AGM 2024
VirtualOAC CONNECT JUNE 2024
VirtualJoin us for our June OAC Connect Webcast, featuring two continuing education activity accredited across Canada. Decode & Connect Low and High Context Communication for Emotional Intelligence presented by Jade Bodzasy is an activity focusing on the different levels of communication we experience in everyday life. Prisms presented by Al Lens will cover different kinds of prisms …
Glaucoma in Research & Practice 2024
VirtualGlaucoma is a group of eye diseases that cause vision loss by damaging the optic nerve. Join FBC and special guests to learn more about the leading cause of irreversible vision loss in Canada. Hear from Dr. Tasneem P. Sharma, PhD, Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at the Indiana University School of Medicine about her research into optic …
OAC-BC Chapter 2024
VirtualThe OAC-BC Chapter invites British Columbia opticians to participate in our upcoming Virtual Town Hall Meeting hosted on Zoom. This meeting presents an opportunity for an open discussion regarding the College amalgamation. We are honored to have Lisa Bannerman, Registrar at the COBC, joining us as our guest.
OAC CONNECT 2024 – July WEBCAST
VirtualJoin us for our July OAC Connect Webcast, featuring one continuing education activity accredited across Canada. Fundamentals of Eyeglass Troubleshooting presented by Karl Chua focuses on how you can take steps to solve a patients vision concerns.
Optometry Ownership Webinar by ROI Corporation
The vision care industry will continue to experience rapid growth over the coming decades as more and more Canadians get older and the demand for eye care increases. For an ambitious individual who wishes to work for themselves and own their own business, opportunities should not to be ignored. Join Jackie Joachim as she explores …
2024 Virtual Fall Symposium
VirtualJoin us this fall as we host our 2024 virtual symposium dedicated to advancing paediatric eye care! Dive into the latest research, techniques, and best practices with industry experts. If you're looking to expand your knowledge, this event offers valuable insights that will enhance your practice. Don't miss this opportunity to stay at the forefront …
OAC CONNECT 2024 – September WEBCAST
VirtualJoin us for our September OAC Connect Webcast, featuring one continuing education activity accredited across Canada. The Importance of Case History to Improve Patient Outcomes presented by Rob Kloepfer covers the importance and benefits of looking back and learning from previous experiences.