Technological and surgical advancements such as laser assisted cataract surgery, light adjustable lenses, better biometry, and IOLs to include monofocals, torics, extended depth of focus lenses, and multifocals offer options and predictable refractive outcomes like never before. Add in microinvasive glaucoma surgery (MIGs) and you have a cataract smorgasbord of options! In this lecture, an ophthalmology referral center optometrist will detail the current state of cataract surgery and what you need to know for referral.
Learning Objectives:
Upon conclusion of this activity, attendees will be able to:
Discover the latest in laser assisted cataract surgical options
Discuss with patients the new light adjustable laser cataract surgical procedure
Utilize the latest in monofocal and monofocal toric intraocular lens options
Understand the latest in extended depth of focus intraocular lens options
Discuss with patients the latest in multifocal intraocular lens options
Determine the value of INTRAOPERATIVE wavefront aberrometry technology during cataract surgery to refine lens power on the table.
Disclosure(s):
Jill C. Autry, OD, RPh: AbbVie/Allergan: Advisory Committee/Board Member (), Consulting Fees (), Speaker's Bureau (honoraria or other compensation) (); RVL: Advisory Committee/Board Member (); Tarsus: Ownership Interest (stocks, stock options, patent or other intellectual property or other ownership interest excluding diversified mutual funds) ()
