Refractive Surgery

Even after Robert H. Osher, MD, finished his training and three fellowships, he did not feel comfortable as a cataract surgeon.

BOSTON — In this Healio Video Perspective from the ASCRS meeting, Vance Thompson, MD, discusses his new role as president of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.

BOSTON — Refractive surgery is a mindset that requires surgeons to constantly evolve and learn, according to a speaker at the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery meeting.

BOSTON — In this Healio Video Perspective from Eyecelerator@ASCRS, Warren Foust of STAAR Surgical highlights the continued growth of the EVO ICL and the benefits it offers refractive patients and practices.

BOSTON — Refractive lens exchange technology has reached the point where patients are taking notice, making it the latest wave in refractive surgery, according to a speaker here.

BOSTON — Despite the unpredictability that comes with new product launches and reimbursement issues, experts are hopeful about ophthalmic business prospects in 2024.

In this Healio Video Perspective, Abigail Markward, MBA, executive director of The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Foundation, provides an overview of events the foundation will be running during the ASCRS 2024 meeting.

Patients with myopia may qualify for several refractive surgery options depending on their age, lifestyle, corneal health and expectations.

WAILEA, Hawaii — In this Healio Video Perspective from Hawaiian Eye 2024, Jay S. Pepose, MD, PhD, discusses ocular dominance.

FRANKFURT, Germany — In this Healio Video Perspective, Filomena Ribeiro, MD, PhD, ESCRS president, discusses open workshops organized to gather ideas and criteria for new cataract surgery and refractive surgery guidelines.