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There has been an increase in global ophthalmology fellowship programs in recent years, and a strong need for sustained international outreach continues. EyeWorld spoke with doctors who have extensive experience in this area.
Working with industry is mutually beneficial for ophthalmic surgeons and industry partners, said ASCRS YES Clinical Committee Chair Zaina Al-Mohtaseb, MD. Listening to the opinions of ophthalmology consultants can help industry in improving a product or drug prior to it coming out on the market.
This YES Connect column takes a look at three ophthalmologists’ experience with mentor relationships, exploring what makes a good mentor and how to form and foster these relationships.
In an OR in Dr. Cotter’s ASC, a nurse anesthetist delivers pain/anxiety medication through an IV, an RN circulator manages the room environment, and a dedicated ophthalmic technician and surgeon concentrate solely on executing the cataract operation.
Source: Frank Cotter, MD
A hot topic among young eye surgeons that has drawn CMS attention in the past, two ophthalmologists shared their take on office-based cataract surgery.
Difficult patient conversations—frequent or few and far between—are a part of any medical career, but preparing for those conversations is not generally part of medical training.
Meeting the challenges that come with eyes of long axial lengths