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The COS urges federal and provincial governments to prioritize patient safety over scope expansion.

“Canadians deserve one simple assurance: those performing eye surgery are the best trained,” said COS President Dr. Dagher.

#SurgeryBySurgeons #VisionCare #PatientSafetyFirst
Ophthalmologists address proposals to expand scope of practice – November 17, 2025
At a news conference in Ottawa, representatives from the Canadian Ophthalmological Society discuss provincial proposals to allow optometrists to perform surgical procedures that would otherwise be…
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November 17, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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This #PatientSafetyWeek, we emphasize the importance of having qualified, medically trained surgeons perform eye surgeries. Ophthalmologists have the training & experience needed to protect vision and ensure safe care as technologies change. #Patientsafety should always come first in #eyecare.
October 27, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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The Canadian Ophthalmological Society is now on Bluesky!

We are the national authority on eye and vision care in #Canada, supporting our ophthalmologists and residents through education, research, and #advocacy.

Join the conversation - what #eyehealth topics matter most to you?
February 20, 2025 at 2:32 PM