History of OSWI
Founded in 1990, the Ophthalmological Society of the West Indies (OSWI) brings together ophthalmic clinicians, regional representatives, and nurses, as well as government, corporate, and affiliate partners in its quest to eradicate and prevent blindness in the Caribbean.
A regional voice for ophthalmology in the West Indies, OSWI’s annual conferences provide a global platform for ongoing exchange of ideas and subsequent implementation in ophthalmic practice. OSWI is also working toward bringing regional training programs to international standards.
1990
OSWI officially opened
1991
PIOL’s introduced and important networking achieved
1991 Port-of -Spain, Trinidad Normandie Hotel, French West Indies ophthalmologists attended, PIOL’s
introduced and important networking achieved
1992
Launch of Barbados Eye Study
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Residents’ Competition – OSWI 2026
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Residents Competition – OSWI 2026 🏆 The future of ophthalmology takes center stage at OSWI 2026! Join us on Wednesday, 8 July as our talented residents present innovative research, challenging case series, and real-world clinical insights in a highly anticipated competition chaired by Dr Terrence Allan. From anterior segment imaging and scleral fixation to macular […]
Join Dr. Jas Singh for the prestigious Garth Taylor Memorial Lecture
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Time is creeping up… are you ready? The countdown to OSWI Congress 2026 is on, and one of the most anticipated sessions awaits. Join renowned Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon, Educator, Examiner and Global Trainer Dr Jas Singh for the prestigious Garth Taylor Memorial Lecture: ✨ Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed & Something Blue 📍 Hilton Barbados […]
Inaugural OSWI Moorfields’ Orbital Symposium
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Join us for the Inaugural OSWI Moorfields Orbital Symposium! OSWI is proud to welcome specialists from Moorfields Eye Hospital, London, for an engaging session covering orbital disease, thyroid eye disease, ptosis, and multidisciplinary patient care. 📅 Thursday, 9 July⏰ 2:45 PM – 4:15 PM📍 Hilton Barbados Resort 🔗 https://oswinet.org/
OSWI 2026 Surgical Video Symposiums – Call for Submissions!
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Share your surgical expertise with colleagues from across the region. 📌 Requirements: • 4 minutes maximum 🗓️ Session Times: • 8 July 2026 | 8:45–9:15 AM 📧 Submit videos to: infoatoswi@gmail.com 📍 Hilton Barbados Resort | 📅 8–11 July 2026 For registration and program information, visit oswinet.org. We look forward to your submissions!