The Ophthalmological Society of the West Indies (OSWI)

Republic Day Greetings from President Sharma and the OSWI Executive 🇹🇹 Happy Republic Day, Trinidad and Tobago! 🇹🇹 "When we come together as one nation, embracing our diverse backgrounds, heritage, and colors, we weave a tapestry of unity—something so powerful and beautiful it will inspire generations to come." Today, we celebrate the strength and unity that defines us as a nation. Let’s continue to build a future where our diversity shines brightly, and our collective efforts pave the way for a stronger, more prosperous Trinidad and Tobago. #RepublicDay #UnityInDiversity #TrinidadAndTobago #OSWIGreetings #NationBuilding

"In the vibrant spirit of independence, OSWI extends heartfelt congratulations to Trinidad and Tobago. Your strength, diversity, and unwavering commitment to progress inspire us all. As we celebrate this milestone, we look forward to continued collaboration and shared success. Happy Independence Day, Trinidad and Tobago!"

🌟 We Salute Our Wet Lab Heroes! 🌟 A heartfelt thank you to our incredible sponsors for their generous contributions to our wet lab training: 👁️ Alcon USA – for providing cataract surgery training eye models that are crucial for hands-on learning. 🔬 Sight Sciences – for supplying essential MIGS training materials, advancing our expertise in minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. 🧪 Eye See You – for their invaluable wet lab supplies, enabling us to simulate real-world scenarios. Your support is pivotal in enhancing the skills of our ophthalmologists and ensuring the highest standards of eye care. Together, we are shaping a brighter future for eye health!

🎉 We are thrilled to announce Lumibird Medical as a Booth Sponsor for the OSWI 35th Congress! 🌟🙌 Lumibird Medical is a leader in innovative medical solutions, and we're excited to have them join us at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad. Their cutting-edge technology and expertise will be a highlight of our event. Delegates, make sure to visit the Lumibird Medical booth for exclusive insights and exciting offers. This is your chance to explore the future of ophthalmology! 💡👁️ #OSWI35 #WelcomeLumibird #BoothSponsor #Ophthalmology #InnovationInMedicine #HyattRegencyTrinidad 🌴✨

Saluting Sanfer Centroamerica Caribe! We are thrilled to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Sanfer Centroamerica Caribe for their unwavering support and years of dedicated sponsorship with the Ophthalmological Society of the West Indies (OSWI). Your partnership has been invaluable as we have journeyed together, making significant strides in ophthalmology and enhancing the quality of care for our patients. Your contributions have helped propel our mission forward, and we couldn't have done it without you! Attention, Delegates! Be sure to visit the Sanfer Centroamerica Caribe booth at this year's conference. Explore their innovative solutions, meet the team behind the magic, and discover how their cutting-edge products can elevate your practice. Let's celebrate this incredible partnership and look forward to many more years of collaboration and success!

Attention General Practitioners! Mark your calendars for an unmissable event on Sunday, 14th July, 2024. The OSWI General Practitioner's Symposium is here, packed with insights and knowledge that you won't want to miss! Schedule: 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM: Breakfast 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM: Symposium Sessions: Management of Red Eye: When to Refer - Prof. Harminder Singh Dua The Importance of Eye Screening in Systemic Disease - Dr. Jas Singh When to Refer (Common Systemic Conditions) - Prof. Bernard Chang End of Session Quiz with Photos and a Case History - Dr. Rajrishi Sharma (Prize for Most Correct Answers!) CME Accreditation Available! Join us for an engaging morning of learning and networking at the OSWI General Practitioner's Symposium. Enhance your practice, earn CME credits, and connect with leading experts in the field. See you there! Venue: Hyatt Regency Hotel #OSWI #GeneralPractitioners #CME #MedicalSymposium #EyeHealth #MedicalEducation

🎉🌴 All roads lead to Maracas St Joseph on Saturday, 13th July at 2:00 PM! 🌴🎉 Join us at the scenic Maracas Ranch for an unforgettable afternoon of fun! We'll have refreshing drinks, delicious food, live music, and a DJ to keep the vibes high! 🎶🍹🍴 The Congress is done... now it's Fete time! 🥳🔥 But wait, who will be our Curry Duck King? USA? Trinidad? Is Jamaica and Guyana coming??? You have to wait and see! 🏆🍛 #MaracasFete #GoodVibesOnly #PartyTime #UnwindAndCelebrate #CurryDuckKing

 Exciting News! We are thrilled to welcome Viatris as a Bronze Sponsor for the OSWI 35th Congress! Viatris's commitment to healthcare excellence aligns perfectly with our mission, and we're honored to have them on board. Delegates, be sure to visit Viatris's booth for incredible insights. Let's make this Congress unforgettable together! #OSWI35  #WelcomeViatris #BronzeSponsor #Ophthalmology #InnovationInHealthcare #HyattRegencyTrinidad 

A Heartfelt Thank You to Steede Medical!  We extend our deepest gratitude to Steede Medical for sponsoring the OSWI 35th Congress at the Hyatt Regency Trinidad! Steede Medical's dedication to excellence is widely recognized, with their mantra, "Our first product is service," resonating with doctors everywhere. Be sure to visit their booth for exciting offers and to explore their outstanding products. Your support is crucial to the success of events like these. Thank you, Steede Medical, for your unwavering commitment to advancing ophthalmology! #OSWI35   #ThankYou   #Sponsor #SteedeMedical #Ophthalmology #HyattRegencyTrinidad #ExcellenceInService

💔 To our dear delegates in Tobago, Barbados, and Grenada, our prayers and thoughts are with you during Hurricane Beryl. Stay safe and strong. We are here to support you through this challenging time. 🙏🏽 #HurricaneBeryl #StaySafe #TogetherWeStand