Over the past few years we have talked a lot about the promise of gene therapy – treatments designed for a specific gene, like Luxturna for RPE56. There is growing interest now in therapies that are not designed for a specific gene – but instead may be able to treat many mutations causing at disease. …

This year’s Fall Symposium conference will be held virtually, so be sure to take this opportunity to engage with speakers and colleagues over presentations on engaging topics in Optometry. The conference will be FREE for BCDO members, and attendees will be able to gain COPE-accredited CE credits. An in-person evening social will also be held on Sunday, September …

New Grad Bootcamp provides recent graduates with a better understanding of optometric profession in British Columbia. The one-day seminar provides practical tools, information, and advice to ensure new ODs get the most out of their profession for years to come. This event is geared towards New Grads within their first 3 years of practice after …

BUILDING A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS INSIDE OF THE METAVERSE REQUIRES IMAGINATION AT A NEW LEVEL. SEE THE BEGINNING OF THE POSSIBILITIES OF THIS NEW WORLD.

This virtual event will give attendees the opportunity to expand their knowledge with insights from industry experts on photochromics, solutions for younger patients, light management and the latest Transitions lens products –Transitions XTRActive Polarized and Transitions XTRActive new generation.  

This CE course is designed to enhance clinicians' ability to detect and manage early, intermediate, and late stages of AMD, leading to timely referral for treatment and optimal long-term visual outcomes.

Are you ready to conquer keratoconus? This lecture focuses on the modern management of keratoconus, early diagnosis, how to stop progression and rehabilitate vision. We will cover everything from methods to detect keratoconus earlier, an overview of corneal collagen cross-linking, and contact lens and surgical treatment options. Recognizing the methods to manage keratoconus sooner will …

Have you been diagnosed with diabetes? Did you know diabetes is a leading cause of blindness in Canada? Join optometrist Dr. Monzer Al-Bekai and learn how diabetes can affect your eye health, what you can do to manage possible issues, and how to maintain your eye health. You will have an opportunity to submit your …

If you’re looking to make next year your best year, you won’t want to miss Eyes On 2023. At the last and largest virtual eyecare event of the year, join us for 9 hours of free COPE-approved CE and CME from leading optometrists and ophthalmologists around the world. Choose from a vast catalog of expert-led topics and …

The Opticians Association of Canada (OAC) Annual General Meeting will take place online on Sunday, November 20th, 2022 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 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. The OAC Meeting Package is available in the AGM section …

The AAO recognizes the importance of correct billing and that it can be a challenging learning curve for even the most experienced optometrist. Join us for a virtual billing information webinar on Monday, November 21. This is an opportunity to learn about billing resources, definitions, what is and isn’t covered, the most common billing errors, …

ST. LOUIS (December 8, 2022) The World Council of Optometry (WCO) and Alcon have opened registration for “Dry Eye Spotlight 2: Measurement,” the second in a series of global dry eye disease education webinars. The January 31 webinar, led by Professor James Wolffsohn and featuring Professors Jennifer Craig and Lyndon Jones, explores the signs and symptoms of dry eye and how …

Join FBC this February to raise awareness during AMD-Awareness month! Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of vision loss in people over the age of 55, affecting approximately 2.5 million Canadians. In this new webinar, we will sit down with Dr. Tom Sheidow for a discussion about the current state of therapies for …

Join FBC as we talk to Dr. Patrick Gooi about innovative treatments for glaucoma. One of the new and exciting prospects in the treatment of glaucoma is called MIGS, or Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgeries. MIGS devices can be helpful in managing intraocular pressure in the early stages of glaucoma, thereby reducing patients’ reliance on medication. In …

Diversity & Inclusion - April 17, 7-8:30PM Managing Mental Health - May 1, 7-8:30PM Motivation at Work - May 15, 7-8:30PM Respect in the Workplace - May 29, 7-8:30PM Effective Communication Techniques & Tips - June 12, 7-8:30PM   **Please note that you must be an active AAO member to attend and that registration is …

Welcome to the OAC Connect May Webcast! We are excited to offer you a unique opportunity to attend accredited lectures. The featured lecture titles are: Complete Pair Sales Presentation, presented by Chris Longstaff and Josh Speers Clinical Troubleshoot for the Problematic Rx - Part 3, presented by Sophia Leung

Join us for our next highly informative webcast as we delve into the fascinating world of dry eye disease (DED). This 2-hour long engaging session will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the incidence and prevalence of DED, along with essential learning objectives to enhance your understanding of this common ocular condition.