Newsat the Burlington Laser Eye Centre
2025
Throughout the year, we hosted and participated in a series of educational events designed to support patient care, professional collaboration, and ongoing learning within the ophthalmic community. Some of the highlights include:
June 10th
Led by Dr. Nour Nofal, “Treating the Curve: A Clear View on Keratoconus” was a local event focused on early diagnosis of keratoconus, treatment pathways, and the role of corneal cross-linking (CXL) as an effective management option. The event brought together optometrists from the Hamilton area for an engaging and informative evening, with attendees valuing the clarity of the presentation and the opportunity for meaningful discussion. The positive feedback and strong engagement reinforced the impact of in-person education and laid the groundwork for continued continuing education collaborations in the future.
June 17th
On June 17, 2025, we hosted a Live LASIK Night for local optometrists, offering an inside look at the full patient journey—from pre-operative testing and consultation to surgery and post-operative care. Attendees had the opportunity to meet Dr. Nour Nofal and observe a live LASIK procedure, gaining firsthand insight into the surgical experience their patients receive. The intimate setting encouraged meaningful discussion and engagement, with participants spending time connecting with the surgical team and gaining a deeper understanding of our collaborative, patient-centered approach to care.
September 18th
Led by Dr. Shaobo Lei, our team hosted an evening of “Exploring the Latest in Retina Care”. The session introduced Dr. Lei to the optometric community and explored key considerations in retinal care before and after cataract surgery. The interactive presentation encouraged discussion and engagement, with attendees valuing both the clinical insights shared and the opportunity to connect with a retinal specialist through our centre. Strong interest in continued education highlighted the value of ongoing collaboration in our community.
November 26th
In partnership with the OAO, we hosted the “ICL: Addressing the Unmet Needs in Refractive Surgery” webinar. Led by Dr. Alangh and Dr. Nour Nofal, the session introduced Implantable Collamer Lenses (ICL) and explored their role within refractive surgery, providing clear, structured insights into patient selection and clinical application. With strong attendance and active participation, the webinar reinforced the value of virtual education in expanding access to emerging surgical options.
Oct 13, 2022
On World Sight Day (last Thursday), our Medical Director Dr. Barry Emara was in Windsor, ON for the official launch of Windsor Surgical Centre. Dr. Emara is the lead Ophthalmologist and co-owner of Windsor Surgical Centre with Dr. Fouad Tayfour, chief of ophthalmology at WRH - Windsor Regional Hospital. In partnership with WRH this new state of the art surgical Centre allows for increased access to cataract surgeries and operations to repair retinal detachments. It frees up hospital resources and is on track to double the number of eye surgeries done annually in Windsor. Dr. Emara is proud see the vision for this Centre come to fruition and be able to provide patients with the gift of sight.
You can read more about Windsor Surgical Centre and what Dr. Emara had to on CTV news: here
Oct 5, 2022
Feb. 2021 Guess who said yes to LASIK with Dr. Emara? Do you recognize him? It's Brennan Clost, star of the Netflix Original series Tiny Pretty Things. If you haven't seen it yet you need to. Season 1 is now airing.
