WIO Symposium: The challenges faced by women in research
Sunday June 18, 0630—0800
Room 516C
Learning objectives
At the end of this symposium, participants will be able to:
- Develop mentorship and camaraderie among women in ophthalmology
- Promote women in leadership roles in various organizations and meetings
- Assess work-life issues unique to women in the field of medicine
- Consider challenges in research and implement strategies to deal with these
GUEST SPEAKER |
MODERATORYvonne M. Buys, MD |
The Canadian Women in Ophthalmology (WIO) invites women ophthalmologists, residents, fellows and medical students to attend the breakfast symposium. The goal is to promote mentorship and camaraderie amongst women in ophthalmology, and provide opportunities for discussion about work-life issues unique to women in the medical field. A hot breakfast will be served. Advance registration required, and is limited to: women ophthalmologists, residents, fellows and medical students.
Agenda
| 0630 | Breakfast and registration |
| 0700 | The challenges faced by women in research • Isabelle Brunette |
| 0800 | Adjourn |
Isabelle Brunette, MD, FRCSC