1826: PodCast 9: Vance Thompson MD

Vance Thompson MD is a visionary in refractive surgery and he has truly perfected the patient experience starting with his … More

1783: resident week: Why the bleeding?

When you are in residency training, you must learn the knowledge of ophthalmology and the hands-on skills such as surgery, … More

1671: ‘verbal anesthesia’ works like magic

Many times patients are anxious and nervous about having cataract surgery. When you think about the description, “we enter the … More

1653: two cataract surgeons walk into…

It is truly an honor to perform cataract surgery on the eyes of fellow ophthalmologists and I have been blessed … More

1594: healing & anatomy affect outcomes

Patient anatomy and healing greatly affect outcomes. The visual results of surgery depend both on surgeon as well as patient … More

1593: this EDOF patient will be amazed

What are the factors for success with EDOF (extended depth of focus) IOLs? How can we ensure that the patient … More

1447: setting reasonable patient expectations

Ophthalmology is a highly specialized field of medicine, so much so that most other physicians have very little knowledge of … More

1434: the surgeon’s loyalty is critical

As a surgeon, you must be loyal — but where should this loyalty be directed? The number one priority for … More

1342: treat from the brain and heart

We have previously discussed the Golden Rule of patient care where we give every patient the same high level of … More

1335: behind the scenes: inside my OR

Surgeons from around the world frequently email me asking to come visit my operating room to watch surgery. In the … More

1328: learning to compartmentalize

No one has a perfect life: there are up and downs, easy parts and challenges, and good times and bad. … More

1314: setting reasonable expectations

The happiest patients after cataract surgery are the ones who achieve results that meet or exceed their expectations. Of course, … More

1308: corneal tattoo for cosmetic benefit

Corneal tattooing is sometimes used to help block light that enters a peripheral iridotomy and causes dysphotopsias. That is usually … More

1286: biggest challenges after fellowship

I recently had an enlightening dinner with two former residents: Tripper Sauer MD (UCLA JSEI class of 2017) and David … More

1272: the Golden Rule for patient care

I only remember a few things about kindergarten: playing handball during recess, watching Matilda eat paste, and learning the golden … More

1257: OSN NY Challenges with Akinesia

This talk is one of my lectures from the OSN NY 2021 meeting. This is the Ocular Surgery News meeting … More

1209: Thank you to my fellow surgeons

I am honored and humbled to have the vote of confidence from so many fellow ophthalmologists. This ranking from Newsweek … More

1188: Three rules for patient discussions

Physicians need to understand importance of patient discussions regarding surgery Letting patients speak, making a specific recommendation, and explaining what … More

1138: my 100 year old cataract patient

This patient is 100 years old and she now has decided that she would like cataract surgery. Certainly we are … More

1112: surgical pearls for ocular asymmetry

While most patients have eyes that are very similar, there are a few patients where the eyes are remarkably different, … More

1104: Playlist: Post-Op Day 1

Modern day cataract surgery has a very high success and safety record, with the vast majority of patients having a … More

1090: Playlist: Patient Experience

The patient experience is a critical part of your surgical practice. The patient wants a pleasant experience with good communication … More

1063: Who is the ideal trifocal patient?

Of course, it goes without saying that you must have a normal cornea, retina, and optic nerve to even be … More

I wish I had this book in residency!

“What your medical school and ophthalmology textbooks can’t teach you, but what your mentors, colleagues, and patients will!” That really … More

Cataract Quiz: First eye predicts the next

This patient had cataract surgery in the first eye a few years ago and when we look at the undilated … More

Why be afraid of cataract surgery?

why are patients afraid of cataract surgery?

Patient moving during cataract surgery

Many patients ask us what will happen if they move during cataract surgery. What if they need to sneeze or … More

choosing refractive targets

Plano is not always the goal It would seem logical that emmetropia is the ideal refractive state of the eye. … More

Cataract Surgery with prior Amblyopia

The most common causes of amblyopia are related to either strabismus or an untreated refractive error, particularly in one eye … More

Bilateral brunescent cataract surgery

This patient has been functionally blind for 10 years and presents to us with bilateral, dense, brunescent cataracts. We must … More

Should you do surgery for this patient?

This is a complex patient who has many systemic medical issues and because her lab tests from this morning showed … More

Mentally Recovering from Complications

There are only two types of ophthalmologists who never, ever get surgical complications: (1) those who don’t operate, and (2) … More

Review: Optimizing Cycle Time Efficiency

Establishing a consistent routine in the operating room is the key for both increased efficiency as well as increased safety. … More

Artificial Iris Implants

Kevin M. Miller MD is a world-renowned cataract surgeon at UCLA’s Jules Stein Eye Institute and he was an instrumental … More

Cataract Surgery Lessons from Kyoto

I recently went to Kyoto, Japan for ophthalmology business development projects and I also had a chance to visit a … More

Review: Achieving the State of “Flow”

The psychological state of Flow is described as “energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment” of the action being performed. Some call this … More