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As advanced-technology IOLs have become more mainstream and more enter the market, surgeons have refined their understanding and use of these. The EyeWorld
Image quality (IQ) is an emerging area of interest in the field of ophthalmology, and it all starts with what the patient’s image quality is at the outset, according to two physicians. They spoke about their preoperative IQ assessment and why they think this is so important.
Is DSAEK being taught less and less to surgeons in training in favor of DMEK? Three physicians shared their thoughts on the status of these two procedures in training programs and in practice.
“It was better back then” sums up the chief concern from many surgeons today. A realistic assessment of the future of eyecare is more braided and perhaps more hopeful. This article contains rejoinders to the all too common—and certainly reasonable—concerns.
Emmett Carpel, MD, was selected for the 2023 ASCRS Educator Award for his five decades of teaching excellence in the Minnesota Twin Cities area. Dr. Carpel’s commitment to education of future generations began early in his career.
There will be several featured Government Relations activities at the ASCRS Annual Meeting in San Diego, California, including the eyePAC Reception on May 5 and the Government Relations symposium featuring political analyst and journalist Mark McKinnon on May 6.
The ASCRS Foundation is excited to reunite with its supporters at the ASCRS Annual Meeting. Every donor, volunteer, and champion is vital to the domestic and international work in treating preventable cataract blindness and changing lives.
ASCRS Executive Director Steve Speares discusses the value of in-person meetings and shares how the organization has adapted its Annual Meeting to fit the priorities of members, as shown by recent surveys.
Outgoing ASCRS President Douglas Rhee, MD, talks about what he has gained from his involvement with ASCRS, the accomplishments of the organization over the last year, its role in the future for anterior segment surgeons, and more.
Don’t miss these events at the 2023 ASCRS Annual Meeting, May 5–8, in San Diego, California.