EyeCan

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EyeCan

EyeCan: A Canadian Lens on Ophthalmology. In this series, we examine all aspects of what it means to be an Ophthalmologist in Canada; we speak with leaders in our field about their contributions and life journey; we explore new and emerging techniques and technologies in eye care. Through it all we hope to connect with our community and have those that listen understand the value of who we are and what we do for our patients. We’ll share our experiences as ophthalmologists today and tackle some of challenges we face as healthcare providers. Hosted by Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai (seasons one and two), Dr. Mona Dagher and Dr. Hady Saheb (seasons 3 and 4), and Dr. Heather O'Donnell and Dr. Hady Saheb (season five). Brought to you by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society. Seasons 1 and 2 of the EyeCan podcast were sponsored by MD Financial Affinity Grant. Seasons 3, 4 and 5 are sponsored by Bayer. Written and directed by Kim Tytler, Manager of Communications at the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, and produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.

  1. DEC 16

    EyeCan Season 5, Episode 2 - A Talk With COS President Dr. Mona Dagher

    Today on EyeCan we welcome Dr. Mona Dagher, head of the department of ophthalmology at Centre Hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal (CHUM) and adjunct Professor, Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, McGill University.Dr. Dagher was chair of the annual meeting planning committee of the Canadian Ophthalmological Society (COS) and has served as Board member of COS since 2012.Dr. Dagher enjoys teaching medical students, ophthalmology residents and clinical and research cornea fellow...

    49 min

  2. DEC 2

    EyeCan Season 5, Episode 1 - A Discussion on Capital Gains with guest Jean-Francois Bordeleau from MD Financial

    Welcome to Season 5 of EyeCan! Today we speak to Jean-Francois Bordeleau, National Lead, Investments Advice at MD Financial Management. JF (as he is called by his colleagues) is MD’s thought leader on investment related topics and an advisor to MD Advisors. With his team he is responsible for educating them on MD’s investment standards and principles as well as MD’s investment solutions. A graduate of McGill University, JF is a 30-year industry veteran, having spent most of those with MD...

    57 min

  3. JUL 11

    EyeCan Season 4, Episode 11 - Ophthalmology in Academia, with guest Dr. Sherif El-Defrawy

    Our guest on this episode is Dr. Sherif El-Defrawy, a prominent Canadian ophthalmologist with extensive experience and numerous accolades in the field. He served as the Professor and Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at the University of Toronto from 2012 to 2023. Additionally, he was the Ophthalmologist-in-Chief at the Kensington Eye Institute, an institution affiliated with the university.Dr. El-Defrawy completed his PhD in Pharmacology at Queen's University and o...

    1h 8m

  4. JUL 1

    EyeCan Season 4, Episode 10 - Artificial Intelligence in Ophthalmology, with guest Dr. Delan Jinapriya

    On this episode of EyeCan, we enjoy a conversation on Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Delan Jinapriya.Dr. Jinapriya is an Ophthalmologist who specializes in Glaucoma and Cataract Surgery. He is the Fellowship Director for the Surgical and Medical Glaucoma Fellowship at Queen’s University, an Assistant Professor at Queen’s University, the Medical Director and CEO of the Galen Eye Centre, the Medical Director of Euclid Telehealth, and an Executive Member of the Canadian Glaucoma Society....

    48 min

  5. MAY 27

    EyeCan Season 4, Episode 9 – Dry Eye Disease with guest Dr. Louis Racine

    On this episode of EyeCan, we talk to Dr. Louis Racine about dry eye disease. Dr. Racine completed his medical degree and specialization in ophthalmology at the Université de Montréal. Following this, he was awarded a grant to complete his post-doctoral fellowship training in cornea, cataract and laser refractive surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas, and with the Rothschild Foundation in Paris, France.Since 2003, Dr. Racine has performed more than 25,000 laser refractive su...

    37 min

  6. MAY 13

    EyeCan Season 4, Episode 8: Physician Leadership with Dr. Nina Ahuja

    On this episode of EyeCan, we are pleased to bring you an extended conversation with Dr. Nina Ahuja, on the topic of Physician Leadership. Dr. Ahuja has over 20 years of experience as a surgeon, private practice owner, local and national academic leader, and is the founder of Docs in Leadership, a program that delivers emotionally intelligent leadership education that support positive culture in healthcare environments and supports well-being.With your hosts, Dr. Mona Daghar and Dr. Hady Sahe...

    1 hr

  7. APR 22

    EyeCan Season 4, Episode 7 - Barriers to Corneal Donation with guest Dr. Samir Jabbour

    On this episode of EyeCan, we discuss an important topic related to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in Ophthalmology - Barriers to Corneal Donation, with Dr. Samir Jabbour, a corneal disease speciality in Montreal. Dr. Jabbour practices at the Centre hospitalier de l’Université de Montréal and the Jewish General Hospital and serves as an Assistant Clinical Professor at the University of Montreal and an Adjunct Clinical Professor at McGill University. His specialties include corneal disorders,...

    26 min

  8. MAR 25

    EyeCan Season 4, Episode 6 - Genetic Testing, with guest Dr. Sarah Chorfi

    On this episode of EyeCan, we discuss the compelling topic of Genetic Testing, with our special guest Dr. Sarah Chorfi.Dr. Sarah Chorfi was born and raised in Montreal, Canada. She graduated from Medical School at McGill University on the Dean’s honour list in 2016 and completed her Ophthalmology Residency at University of Montreal in 2021. She next completed a fellowship in inherited retinal degenerations at the Mass Eye and Ear at Harvard University and attended a summer school program in C...

    29 min
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About

EyeCan: A Canadian Lens on Ophthalmology. In this series, we examine all aspects of what it means to be an Ophthalmologist in Canada; we speak with leaders in our field about their contributions and life journey; we explore new and emerging techniques and technologies in eye care. Through it all we hope to connect with our community and have those that listen understand the value of who we are and what we do for our patients. We’ll share our experiences as ophthalmologists today and tackle some of challenges we face as healthcare providers. Hosted by Dr. Guillermo Rocha and Dr. Setareh Ziai (seasons one and two), Dr. Mona Dagher and Dr. Hady Saheb (seasons 3 and 4), and Dr. Heather O'Donnell and Dr. Hady Saheb (season five). Brought to you by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society. Seasons 1 and 2 of the EyeCan podcast were sponsored by MD Financial Affinity Grant. Seasons 3, 4 and 5 are sponsored by Bayer. Written and directed by Kim Tytler, Manager of Communications at the Canadian Ophthalmological Society, and produced by John Allaire of Allaire Strategic Works.

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  • Creator
    Canadian Ophthalmological Society
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 EyeCan
  • Show Website
    EyeCan

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