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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

OSWI officially opened the first week of July, 1990 kingston, jamaica wyndham hotel, confined, small avid group

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

Bridzetowr, Berbados Sam Lord’s Castle, saw the laucdch of Barbades Eye Study uider Dr
cristing Leske of SUNY acd with qwidaerce ® sarticization of local docters

OSWI hosted the ICO’s Teaching the Teachers program at their 2016 Congress in Barbados and offered workshops for residents and a joint symposium with the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute at their July 2017 Congress in Georgetown, Guyana. Furthering their footprint, OSWI is also presenting a session at the 2018 World Ophthalmology Congress® in Barcelona, Spain. OSWI also presented at an AAO Congress held in Mexico in 2016.
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Leon W. Herndon, Jr., MD

Professor of Ophthalmology

Leon W. Herndon, Jr., MD, is Professor of Ophthalmology at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. He earned his MD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, and served…

Harminder Singh

Dua, CBE, CMLJ, DL

MBBS, DO, DO(London), MS, MNAMS, FRCS(Edinburgh), FEBO, FRCOphth, FRCP(Edinburgh, Hon.), FCOptom.(Hon.), FRCOphth.(Hon.), FAICO (India, Hon.), MD, PhD, is Chair and Professor of Ophthalmology at the Queens…

Leon W. Herndon, Jr., MD

Professor of Ophthalmology

Leon W. Herndon, Jr., MD, is Professor of Ophthalmology at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. He earned his MD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, and served…

Dr. Josh Ramkissoon

Graduated from Mt Hope

Leon W. Herndon, Jr., MD, is Professor of Ophthalmology at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina. He earned his MD from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, and served…
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OSWI Announces Its 2026 Garth Taylor Memorial Lecturer – Dr. Jas Singh

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 […]

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Reminder: Abstract Submissions Close Soon

Tick. Tock. ⏰ 5 Days Left. Final Countdown to Share Your Expertise at OSWI 2026 Abstract Submissions Closing Soon Early Bird Discounts End midnight 31 January

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Call For Delegate Quotes – OSWI 2026

✨ Call for Delegate Quotes – OSWI Congress 2026 We’re building the buzz for OSWI Congress 2026 — and we’d love to hear from you. In one short sentence, tell us why you attend OSWI.What keeps you coming back? The learning, the connections, the community, the inspiration? 📩 Submit your quote and you may be […]

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OSWI 2026 Abstract Submission Deadline Extended

Your research matters.Your voice belongs in the conversation. 🚨 Deadline Extended! 🚨The OSWI Abstract Submission deadline is now 31st January 2026 — giving you more time to share work that informs, challenges, and advances ophthalmic care across the Caribbean. Clinicians. Researchers. Trainees.This is your opportunity to contribute to the region’s scientific dialogue. 🗓 Submit by […]

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