Launching Ceremony of TOSI 4th April 2021
Launching of Tele Ophthalmology Society of India (TOSI)
📅 4th April 2021
The Tele Ophthalmology Society of India (TOSI) was officially launched on
4th April 2021 with the vision of promoting tele-ophthalmology and strengthening digital eye care services across India. The inauguration marked a significant milestone in advancing technology-enabled eye healthcare and fostering collaboration among healthcare professionals.
The launch ceremony was attended by distinguished leaders and eminent personalities from the fields of ophthalmology and telemedicine. The event witnessed the gracious presence of the President and Secretary of the All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS), the President of the Telemedicine Society of India (TSI), internationally renowned experts in tele-ophthalmology, and the members of the Executive Committee of TOSI.
Distinguished Presence
- 🎓 President, All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS)
- 🎓 Secretary, All India Ophthalmological Society (AIOS)
- 🌐 President, Telemedicine Society of India (TSI)
- 👨⚕️ International Experts in Tele-Ophthalmology
- 👨⚕️ Executive Committee Members of TOSI
- 🤝 Senior Ophthalmologists and Telemedicine Professionals
The launch laid a strong foundation for promoting education, research, innovation, and collaboration in tele-ophthalmology, with the objective of improving accessible and affordable eye care services throughout India.
1st Virtual Symposium 1st May 2021
Virtual Symposium
1st Virtual Symposium of TOSI
📅 1st May 2021
The Tele Ophthalmology Society of India (TOSI) successfully organized its
First Virtual Symposium on 1st May 2021. The symposium brought together
leading experts in telemedicine and tele-ophthalmology to discuss the growing role of digital healthcare
in improving access to quality eye care across India.
The event was graced by renowned Bollywood actor
Mr. Boman Irani as the Chief Guest.
The symposium featured distinguished speakers from premier healthcare and telemedicine organizations,
who shared their experiences, innovations, and future vision for telemedicine.
Distinguished Speakers
- 🎤 Mr. Boman Irani – Chief Guest
- 👨⚕️ Dr. S. B. Gogia
- 👨⚕️ Dr. K. Ganapathy – Apollo Telemedicine Network
- 👨⚕️ Dr. Sunil Shroff – Telemedicine Society of India
- 👨⚕️ Dr. Ganesh Joshi – CRC Bhopal
- 👨⚕️ Dr. Padmaja Rani – LV Prasad Eye Institute
- 👨⚕️ Other distinguished experts in Telemedicine & Tele Ophthalmology
The symposium served as an excellent platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration,
strengthening the future of tele-ophthalmology and digital healthcare services throughout India.
TOSI-ECHO Eduacation program
TOSI-ECHO Education Program on Diabetic Retinopathy
📅 Six-Month Educational Series
The Tele Ophthalmology Society of India (TOSI) successfully organized a six-month TOSI-ECHO Education Program dedicated to Diabetic Retinopathy. The program was designed to enhance the knowledge and clinical skills of ophthalmologists by promoting continuous learning through expert-led virtual sessions.
Conducted under the Project ECHO (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes) model, the program provided a unique platform for sharing clinical expertise, discussing challenging cases, and encouraging interactive learning among eye care professionals across India.
Program Highlights
- 📚 Six-month nationwide educational program
- 👨⚕️ Focused exclusively on Diabetic Retinopathy
- 🎤 Expert lectures by TOSI members every fortnight
- 💻 Interactive virtual learning sessions
- 🩺 Case discussions and evidence-based clinical management
- 🌍 Participation by ophthalmologists from across India
Every fortnight, one of the distinguished members of the Tele Ophthalmology Society of India delivered an expert lecture covering various aspects of diabetic retinopathy, including screening, diagnosis, imaging, management, tele-screening protocols, artificial intelligence, patient follow-up, and recent advances in diabetic eye care.
The TOSI-ECHO Education Program significantly contributed to strengthening the knowledge and confidence of ophthalmologists, while promoting the adoption of tele-ophthalmology for early detection and effective management of diabetic retinopathy throughout the country.
