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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Leon W. Herndon, Jr., MD
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Invitation from OSWI – Webinar Series
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👁️💚 Invitation from OSWI – Webinar Series In celebration of World Glaucoma Week, the invites you to join our OSWI Webinar Series: Topic: Hypotony ManagementPresenter: Dr. Arindel Maharaj📅 Date: March 12, 2026🕖 Time: 7:00 PM (Guyana)📍 Platform: Zoom As we highlight the importance of glaucoma awareness and education across the region, this session will provide […]
Book Your Room For OSWI 2026 – Barbados
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Reminder – 🌴✨ OSWI 2026 is calling… and Barbados awaits! 🇧🇧 Join us 8–11 July 2026 at the beautiful Hilton Barbados Resort for three days of world-class ophthalmic education, hands-on workshops, and meaningful regional & global connections. 🏨 Special room rates are available — don’t wait until they’re gone!📅 Lock in your stay early and […]
OSWI Announces Its 2026 Garth Taylor Memorial Lecturer – Dr. Jas Singh
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Honouring Excellence. Celebrating Legacy. Inspiring the Future. The Ophthalmological Society of the West Indies is proud to announce Dr Jas Singh as the Garth Taylor Memorial Lecturer 2026. A distinguished Consultant Vitreo-Retinal Surgeon, educator, and global trainer, Dr Singh’s lifelong commitment to clinical excellence, teaching, and international ophthalmic education reflects the true spirit of this […]