The report was commissioned in 2018 by CAOS and released at Optometry Leader’s Forum in 2019. For information regarding these results, you can download the full report here. Synopsis: Ever wonder how much a recent grad makes in Canada? What are some financial burdens on newly minted ODs? Here are some highlights: 66% of new …
For many young Canadian optometrists returning from their studies and residencies abroad, transitioning back to Canada marks a significant milestone. Starting out on the right foot helps to minimize the detours in your optometric journey and help you reach both your professional and personal goals faster! This article will focus on understanding how to get …
Looking for a new podcast to follow? Check out Four Eyes Optometry podcast that was started by four female optometrists from ICO’s class of 2019. Four Eyes uniquely brings together knowledge and insight from both Canadian and US optometry perspectives through its guests as interviewed each week by its creators: Dr. Alex Coon from Alaska …
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: https://forms.gle/W95iErMLBM7ZH2kS8 Join us Thursday August 27th evening at 8pm for a New Grad Zoom Chat with FOUR guest panelists that will share their experiences as recent grads in Canada! Guest Panelists:Dr Wes McCann, OD – London ON, practice owner, NOVA gradDr Kimberly Chan, OD – Toronto, ON, private practice, NECO gradDr Ben Wild, …
This article is for any optometry student starting their clinical rotations. Trust me I’ve been there – palms sweaty, knees weak, arms heavy. As a newly minted graduate, I complied a guide on how to prepare for your externship as a student doctor. Review these common conditions you will encounter in the clinic and make …
So you have graduated! What is next? Check out our How-to Guide by province:
Encore Presentation: May 26th, 2020 at 8pm ET Registration: FREE – https://oye.odwire.org/ Open Your Eyes shines a light on the important role of the Optometrist as an integral part of healthcare. The documentary highlights the importance of Optometric testing of the eye in thwarting the rise of 300 systemic diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, myopia …
Welcome to the inaugural launch of a NewODs community in Canada! We are looking forward to meeting each of you from coast to coast. Follow us as we launch more projects, events and socials in the weeks to come. Don’t know where to start? Join the discussion in our Facebook Community
IG Live with Dr. Harbir Sian: Social Media Branding for New ODs May 14, Thursday from 19:00-20:00 ET, on Instagram: @canadianODs We are excited to announce a special IG Live program with Dr Harbir Sian on how to brand yourself on social media during quarantine! Dr Harbir Sian is an optometrist and owner of High …
For the most part, the vast majority of pharmaceuticals available in USA are also distributed in Canada. However, Canada is a notably smaller market and there are some drugs you won’t find above the border. Here are 5 key differences between Canada and US: 1. Zirgan (ganciclovir ophthalmic gel) 0.15% for HSK Bausch and Lomb …
