The Centre des chirurgies ambulatoires ophtalmiques Angus at Hôpital Maisonneuve‑Rosemont has started transmitting eye operations in real time to other surgeons. The live streams are intended to allow peer physicians to observe techniques as they are performed and to exchange knowledge directly from the operating theatre.
The initiative was launched at Hôpital Maisonneuve‑Rosemont in Montreal, Quebec, on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. By sharing the procedures as they happen, the centre aims to foster a collaborative environment among ophthalmic surgeons and to accelerate the adoption of innovative practices across the specialty.
Live broadcasting of surgical procedures has become increasingly common in medical education around the world. Institutions use the technology to supplement traditional training, offering a window into complex operations that might otherwise be limited to a small audience in the operating room. The Montreal programme follows this global trend, positioning the centre as a participant in a broader movement toward transparent, peer‑to‑peer learning.
The broadcasts are directed toward fellow eye surgeons who can view the surgeries remotely, observe the steps involved, and discuss the approaches with the operating team. This format is designed to reduce barriers to learning, allowing practitioners from other hospitals or regions to benefit from the expertise available at Hôpital Maisonneuve‑Rosemont without the need for travel.
Hospital officials indicated that the live streaming effort supports the centre’s mission to promote innovation in ophthalmic surgery. By making procedures accessible to a wider professional audience, the programme seeks to encourage the rapid dissemination of new techniques and to improve overall surgical outcomes through shared experience.
The rollout of the live broadcasts marks a new chapter for the Centre des chirurgies ambulatoires ophtalmiques Angus, aligning its educational activities with contemporary digital tools and reinforcing Montreal’s role in advancing medical practice through collaboration.