Wait, there's another O of the eye care team?
Meet the orthoptist – a critical member of the eye care team who supports ophthalmologists, patients, and families.
GET TO KNOW THE ORTHOPTIST
Ready for an
eye-opening journey?
From the cornea to the retina, discover the
wonders of ocular anatomy in The Eye Atlas.
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Thinking about cataract surgery?
Read our Cataract Surgery Guide to learn about your options and help you prepare for a conversation with your ophthalmologist.
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Got questions about
your eye health?
Canadian ophthalmologists share
their top recommendations to keep
your eyes healthy and safe.
HEAR FROM THE EXPERTS
Cutting-edge advancements in eye care
Check out our Hot Topics for the latest in ophthalmology innovation.
SEE HOT TOPICS
Meet your match with
the Memor-EYES
matching game
What do a playground, a sweet potato, and
your family tree have to do with your eyes?
Uncover some fascinating facts about eye
health as you find all the matching pairs!
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The 3 Os of the
Eye Care Team
Each of the 3 Os of the eye care team plays a critical role in delivering quality eye care. But do you know who is responsible for what?
LEARN ABOUT THE 3 Os
What are the
Big Five?
What are the Big Five? They’re the 5 most common serious eye conditions that can cause vision loss. Find out how much you really know about these conditions and how to keep your eyes healthy.
BIG 5 QUIZ
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About Us
See The Possibilities is a national educational resource for the Canadian public on vision health. We strive to provide all Canadians with credible, engaging information about eye health and serious eye diseases, so that they can take action to protect their vision.
See The Possibilities is brought to you by the Canadian Ophthalmological Society – the national, recognized authority on eye and vision care in Canada. Representing over 900 ophthalmologists across Canada, the COS is dedicated to providing all Canadians with optimal medical and surgical eye care.
