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As Canada s eye health system continues to evolve with the implementation of the National Strategy for Eye Care Act (Bill C-284), staying informed about new research, treatments, technologies, and support services can be challenging. This conference will explore how we can ensure patients and people with lived experience remain at the center of eye care. Join the Canadian Council of the Blind for an afternoon of learning, discussion, and connection focused on: Health literacy: Helping Canadians better understand their eye health and available care optionsPatient / Lived experience rights: Strengthening the role of patients and lived experience in shaping healthcareKey learning objectives:1. Public education and system navigationThe first focus is to educate the public, including individuals with vision loss and those at risk of vision loss, about how the Canadian eye health system works. This includes clarifying the roles of different care providers (ophthalmologists vs. optometrists) , outlining patient rights, and helping participants better understand how to access care, support, and services.A key goal of this stream is to clear the air by addressing common confusion about the system and empowering individuals (patients, people with lived experience, the public) to navigate it with greater confidence.2. Embedding patient and lived experience in eye health care and innovationThe second focus is to highlight the importance of patient and lived experience perspectives across all stages of eye health care, including clinical practice, research, and the development of new treatments and services.This stream emphasizes that meaningful change happens when the perspectives of those who have navigated the system are actively included. This will be relevant information for sponsors, practitioners, etc |
