Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group

The Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group or groupe étudiant canadien d’intérêt en ophtalmologie (COSIG-GECIO) seeks to enhance #meded in ophthalmology.

[Can Ophthal Society @CANeyeMDs]

Exciting news! Registration is officially OPEN for the #COS2024 #AnnualMeeting & Exhibition!

Join us in #Toronto from May 30 - June 2, and explore the theme "Advancing #eyecare through innovation, education, and advocacy."

Early bird rates: https://t.co/AeiQIo7WgM

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

Thank you @ninaahujamd for sharing your wisdom, experiences, and perspectives on Behind the Slit Lamp!

[Dr. Nina Ahuja @ninaahujamd]

Thank you to @cosig-gecio for the invitation to talk about EDI in ophthalmology and emotional intelligence.
Read the interview in their post, "The Importance of Emotional Intelligence, Developing Opportunities, and Building Leadership," here ⬇️
https://t.co/SjexmDP8SL

[Cody Lo @CodyLoMD]

Check out our new paper describing the creation of @cosig_gecio, the first group of its kind ib Canada! We share some reflections on best practices to help ensure continuity and equitable access for similar student-led groups.

[Cody Lo @CodyLoMD]

Check out our new paper describing the mentorship program we created that over the past 3 years has matched 100s of medical students with resident mentors!

Shoutout to Daiana Pur, 4th year med student from Western, for writing this great piece!

@COSIG_GECIO @CanJOphth

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

We are so incredibly proud of all the amazing projects COSIG has put out over the past 3 years. It would not have been possible without the fantastic students, residents, and faculty who volunteered their time! To read more visit https://t.co/6t4tzsPFAd
#meded #ophtho #edi

[Cody Lo @CodyLoMD]

Check out @COSIG_GECIO 's 3 year report on their website! I’m proud of everything COSIG has accomplished over the past 3 years. I had the pleasure of contributing this letter to the report.

Thank you to all the ophthalmologists and funders across Canada for their support.

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

Sign-up to be a medical student mentee is open for our Canadian ophthalmology mentorship program (COMP)!

Sign-ups will close on September 22nd.

Link to sign up: _https://t.co/VNjJXEwtCX.

Feel free to contact [email protected] with any questions.

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

Call for ophthalmology resident COMP mentors!

Sign-ups will close on September 22nd.

Link to sign up: _https://t.co/VNjJXEwtCX.

Feel free to contact [email protected] with any questions!

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

New role Alert 📣: COSIG Content Creators! In this flexible position, students from ANY school can contribute to the materials COSIG provides.

If you are interested in applying email [email protected] with your ideas/plan for involvement.

[Cody Lo @CodyLoMD]

Proud of the team for organizing a very successful first-ever @CanEyeMDs Medical Student Symposium! It was nice to see such an amazing turn out of engaged trainees

@cosig_gecio #COS2023

[Can Ophthal Society @CANeyeMDs]

It's World Orthoptic Day! 👀
It's a chance to recognize the work orthoptists do for their patients and the #ophthalmic community. They're on the frontline assessing & diagnosing many disorders and are critical to the paediatric ophthalmology team!

▶️ https://t.co/eRyHrSRQXt

[Orbis Canada @OrbisCA]

A reminder to our Orbis Future Vision Leaders that our next Speakers Series event is happening next week. Lots of great information that will be helpful to medical students and residents as you choose a subspecialty! https://t.co/b2He3Dz6mw

[Can Ophthal Society @CANeyeMDs]

En tant qu'étudiant.e en médecine, la participation au congrès annuel et exposition de la SCO est une excellente occasion d'élargir vos connaissances et de nouer des liens avec des professionnels. #BoursedelaFondationSCO

▶️ https://t.co/78fvY11Nrk

@cosig_gecio @CFMSFEMC

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

Consider applying for the Medical Student Grant! Applicants can apply to recieve financial support towards their COS 2023 conference fees. Apply by May 8th, 2023.
#cos #cos2023 #ophthalmology #grant #accessibility #opportunity #medicine #finance

[Can Ophthal Society @CANeyeMDs]

As a medical student, attending the COS Annual Meeting & Exhibition is a great opportunity to expand your knowledge and network. Apply for the COS Foundation Medical Student Grant to help cover the cost of registration!

▶️ https://t.co/78fvY11Nrk

@cosig_gecio @CFMSFEMC

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

Today's the day! Remember to sign up for our post-match talk. In the meanwhile here are more of our amazing speakers! https://t.co/1qfBvOJHOt
#meded #Ophthalmology

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

We are so excited to share with you our next three presenters!

Remember to register for our post-match talk. Link can be found on the Facebook event page: https://t.co/1qfBvOJHOt
#cosig #ophtho #Ophthalmology #carms2023

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

Meet our first trio of incoming ophthalmology residents who will be joining us for our post-match webinar on April 18th!
RSVP to our FB event and register: https://t.co/1qfBvOJHOt
#Ophthalmology #carms #matchday2023 #mentorship

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

We are so excited for the #MedicalStudentSymposium ! Make sure you sign up when registering for COS.
#COS2023 #cosig #ophthalmology #meded

[Can Ophthal Society @CANeyeMDs]

Join us at the #MedicalStudentSymposium at #COS2023!

Keynote presentations, hands-on clinical skills sessions & discussions with resident mentors. Hosted by #CCOR and @COSIG_GECIO, a must-attend for trainees interested in ophthalmology!

Learn more: https://t.co/HVnTiftTgc

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

We hope to see you all there! So proud of the COSIG team, CCOR, and all those who brought this partnership to life!
#cos #cosig #Ophthalmology #meded #Quebec #cosiggecio

[Cody Lo @CodyLoMD]

We're organizing the first-ever Medical Student Symposium at the COS Annual Meeting 2023! There will be hands-on clinical skills sessions and breakout discussions with residents.

Great work by the team from the Council of Canadian Ophthalmology Residents and @COSIG_GECIO

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

Applications are due tomorrow!!

[Canadian Ophthalmology Student Interest Group @COSIG_GECIO]

Recruitment! Apply to join the COSIG team by February 20th. Email us at [email protected] with any questions and to submit your application.
#cosig #ophthalmology #meded #opportunity #ophtho #medicalstudent #cosiggecio #leadership #collaboration #mentorship