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Optometry Virtually Connected 2023
Optometry Virtually Connected 2023
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Cataract surgery in myopes - Management tips and pitfalls for optometrists

Sponsor Session

Sponsor Session

12:45 pm

18 June 2023

Room 2

Stream 2 - Sponsor Presentation - VEI

Themes

OVC2023

Talk Description

This presentation will highlight common pitfalls in the management of myopic patients with cataracts in optometric practice. Numerous clinically relevant and practical tips will be provided to guide optometrists in the assessment, counselling, referral and long-term management of patients with myopia and cataract.
 
Learning objectives:
  • Develop confidence in assessing myopic patients prior to potential cataract surgery.
  • Understand appropriate refractive targets, surgical methods and intraocular lens choices for myopic patients based on individual patient characteristics.


Presenters

Authors

Authors

Dr Simon Chen -