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As the principal national public voice for ophthalmology in Canada, the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) plays a critical role in advocating for optimal eye care for all Canadians.
Representing eye physicians and surgeons from coast to coast to coast, COS strategically collaborates with governments, industry partners and health care allies on a wide range of advocacy issues, including stronger vision standards, improved federal regulations, and shorter wait times for speciality eye surgeries.
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Kim Tytler
Manager, Communications and Public Affairs
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613.729.6779 x231
Monday January 4, 2021
Everyday heroes
ECPs saving Canada billions in health care costs By David Goldberg Investing in eye care has never been more valuable. A new report by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society estimates that the work of eye care professionals across the country saved at least $1.6 billion in direct health care costs in 2020 and that number is […]
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Tuesday September 1, 2020
May is National Vision Health Month
“The Canadian Opthalmological Society launched their first public awareness campaign, “See the Possibilities” in honour of National Vision Health month.” Jewel
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Thursday April 11, 2019
MD financial management, in collaboration with Scotiabank, announces funding program to address clinician burnout
$625,000 investment will support the health and wellness ofCanadian physicians across the country MD Financial Management Inc., in collaboration with Scotiabank and the Canadian Medical Association, is proud to announce a $625,000 contribution to target the pressing issue of professional burnout among Canadian physicians. Physician health and wellness are critical to the long-term sustainability of […]
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Tuesday February 26, 2019
Eye protection in bright, cold conditions key and often overlooked
“Ophthalmologist [and COS member] Briar Sexton says if it’s bright enough to tolerate wearing sunglasses, just do it.”News 1130
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Wednesday February 20, 2019
La cécité des neiges
COS member, Dr. Marie-Claude Robert quoted in segment on snow blindness. (In French)Télé, Radio-Canada
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Wednesday December 26, 2018
Scott Disick promotes controversial product that claims to change your eye color
“Dr. Guillermo Rocha, an ophthalmologist and past president of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, said that iColour’s statements are doubtful and ‘a bit of a stretch.’”Inquisitr
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