Welcome to Western Canada Retina Retreat
The Western Canada Retina Retreat is a leading clinical conference that brings together experts in retinal research, treatment, and education. Our mission is to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and drive advancements in retinal care. With a strong emphasis on innovation and real-world application, the retreat provides a case-based teaching platform for ophthalmologists, researchers, and industry professionals to exchange ideas and explore the latest developments in the field.
We are excited to welcome this year’s International Visiting Professor:
Dr. Maria Berrocal
CEO of Drs. Berrocal & Associates
Associate Professor at the University of Puerto Rico
Renowned Vitreoretinal Ophthalmologist
ASRS Founders Award 2022
Dr. Berrocal brings decades of experience in clinical innovation and surgical excellence, and we look forward to her sharing valuable insights and global perspectives on complex retinal disease management.
She is also the 2022 recipient of the ASRS Founders Award, recognizing outstanding contributions to the field of vitreoretinal surgery.
Join us on October 30–31, 2025
Thursday, October 30, 2025
Welcome Dinner
Venue: Teatro (The Opera Room)
Address: 200 8 Avenue SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0K7
Friday, October 31, 2025: Retina Day
Venue: Hyatt Regency Calgary (Imperial 1-2-3 Ballroom)
Address: 700 Centre Street SE, Calgary, AB T2G 5P6
Program:
7:30 - 8: 30 am Grand Rounds: Dr. Maria Berrocal (zoom available)
Breakfast: (Doll/Herald Room)
9:30 am Retina Day: Opening Remarks
9:35 am Dr. Maria Berrocal teaching & discussion
11:00 am Resident presentations
Western Canada Retina Retreat
12:00 pm - Lunch (Doll/Herald Room)
1:00 pm: Opening Remarks
1:05 pm: Faculty & Fellow presentations
Evening Dinner
Venue: Major Tom
Address: 700 – 2 Street SW, Calgary, AB T2P 0S4
We are proud to acknowledge endorsement from the Canada Retina Society and support through the Retina Society of Alberta.
This event is accredited for MOC Program Section 1: Accredited Group Learning credits. "The Western Canada Retina Retreat & Retina Rounds is a self-approved group learning activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada."
*All attendees will be required to submit and present a 10-minute retina related case.
Schedule details for Welcome Dinner, Retina Day and WCRR2025
Learning Objective
Distinguish the principles behind various test (e.g., fluorescein angiography, autofluorescence, optical coherence tomography) and apply corresponding findings to common retinal disorders.
Recognize the clinical presentation of rare retinal disorders.
Review recent advances in the treatment and prevention of retinal disorders.
HOSTED BY:
Dr. Geoff Williams
MD, FRCSC, ABO
Professor
University of Calgary
Dr. Amin Kherani
MD, FRCSC
Clinical Associate Professor
University of Calgary
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