Friday, Nov. 7th

Conference check-in can be done at the registration table in the Conference Centre foyer (2nd floor). A buffet breakfast will be available for all registered attendees.

Conference Centre (2nd floor)

Conference Centre (2nd floor)
Dr. Rebecca Stein | COPE ID: 96009-TD (1hr)

This course focuses on the essential ocular surface conditions that require treatment before proceeding with refractive surgery. Participants will learn about conditions such as epithelial basement membrane disease, Salzmann nodular degeneration, and pterygia. The course will cover both medical and surgical treatment options for these conditions, alongside illustrative case examples. Additionally, we will explore strategies for improving best-corrected vision in stromal corneal dystrophies and Fuchs' dystrophy. Finally, the course will address radial keratectomy and corneal scarring, discussing the refractive surgery options available for affected patients.

Conference Centre (2nd floor)

Dr. Harbir Sian | COPE ID: 101250-PM (1hr)

Although myopia management is considered the standard of care for myopic patients, many practitioners struggle to successfully implement this specialty in their offices. This course provides an in-depth look into multiple important areas of myopia management including, treatment protocols, staff training, and KPIs to help clinic owners to make this specialty valuable to their patients and practices.

Conference Centre (2nd floor)

Dr. Phil Hooper | COPE ID: 101130-TD (2hrs)

This interactive lecture will present some common and not so common scenarios in the recognition, management and monitoring of ocular inflammation and its sequela. Through discussion, possible pitfalls will be highlighted and ways to mitigate them explored. 

Enjoy lunch while hearing updates from the College of Optometrists of Ontario and the Ontario Association of Optometrists. 

Conference Centre (2nd floor) | COPE ID: 101327-PB (2hrs)

Drs. Laurie Capogna, Clark Dickerson, Sarah MacIver and Harbir Sian

This panel presents concise expert perspectives on wellness in optometric practice, addressing environmental sustainability, mental health, climate-related ocular health, and ergonomics, with practical insights to support practitioner resilience, sustainable practice, and long-term patient care quality.

Conference Centre (2nd floor)

Dr. Austin Roorda | COPE ID: 101174-TD (0.5hr)

This lecture explores the development and use of advanced optical systems that use adaptive optics and eye tracking to study the structure and function of the retina in healthy and diseased eyes on a cellular scale.

Conference Centre (2nd floor)

Dr. Dana Blakolmer | COPE ID: 101013-PB (0.5hr)

This session explores inequities in Indigenous eye health across Canada and highlights how cultural safety can transform clinical practice. Participants will learn about systemic barriers, community-led approaches, and practical strategies to provide respectful, equitable, and culturally safe optometric care.

Conference Centre (2nd floor)

Dr. Derek Ho | COPE ID: TBD (0.5hr)

This session recaps SAP and explores newer technologies including fundus-tracked SAP, head-mounted and virtual reality systems, and objective perimetry. It provides an evidence-driven appraisal of device papers covering design, demographics, protocols, standards, variability, progression, reliability, and AI, while discussing VF related SF and Hood reports and front loading strategies.

Conference Centre (2nd floor)

Dr. Barbara Caffery | COPE ID: 101046-TD (1hr)

This lecture will contribute to the discussion of the modernization of optometry by focusing on our understanding of corneal health in dry eye disease.