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Category: playlists
1132: Playlist: white cataract capsulorhexis
Performing a successful capsulorhexis is one of the biggest challenges in eyes with white cataracts, particularly intumescent white cataracts. This … More
1125: Playlist: hydro-dissection
Hydro-dissection and hydro-delineation are critically important steps of cataract surgery since they allow us to carefully preserve the capsular bag … More
1118: Playlist: IOL Loading
Loading the IOL into the injector cartridge is a skill that every cataract surgeon must master. In my private practice … More
1111: Playlist: Surgical Learning
All great surgeons are students for life: continually learning and evolving surgical techniques to keep up with the latest techniques … 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
1097: Playlist: Suturing
While most routine phaco cataract surgeries do not require sutures for closure of the incision, the ability to suture is … 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
1083: Playlist: Divide-and-Conquer
Divide and conquer is a popular technique of nucleus removal during cataract surgery and it is usually the first technique … More
1076: Playlist: Viscoelastics / OVD
The use of viscoelastics transformed cataract surgery decades ago. We use the viscoelastic to protect delicate tissues like the corneal … More
1069: Playlist: Astigmatism
Cataract surgery is designed to correct the cataract. Refractive cataract surgery is to correct the cataract and also the refractive … More
1062: Playlist: Refractive Issues
The most powerful refractive surgery that we have is cataract surgery. We can address +10 diopters or more of hyperopia, … More
1055: Playlist: Posterior Polar Cataracts
Studies have shown that 1 out of 3 posterior polar cataract surgeries result in a ruptured posterior capsule. Here’s the … More
1048: Playlist: Phaco Efficiency
We have said it many times before, but it still bears repeating: the goal of the surgery is not speed, … More
1041: Playlist: Anterior Vitrectomy
Face the truth: every cataract surgeon encounters an intra-operative complication where an anterior vitrectomy is needed to complete the case. … More
1034: Playlist: IntraOp OCT Scan
The intra-operative OCT scan is a rarity in ophthalmic operating rooms because of its cost which can add $60,000 to … More
1027: Playlist: Pseudo-Exfoliation
Cataract surgery in the setting of pseudo-exfolation is particularly challenging due to the structural weakness that occurs with this disease … More
1020: Playlist: Complications
Complications happen to all surgeons, no matter how much experience we have. It is true that a surgeon who has … More
1013: Playlist: Glaucoma Cases
The most commonly performed glaucoma surgery is…. cataract surgery! We know that doing cataract surgery alone can lower intra-ocular pressure … More
1006: Playlist: Indian Surgeons
Our ophthalmology colleagues from India have brought a high degree of expertise to cataract surgery. Over the past decades, I … More
999: Playlist: Toric IOLs
For the correction of astigmatism at the time of cataract surgery, toric IOLs can be an excellent option. The best … More
Playlist: Brazilian Surgeons
The first time I went to Brazil, it was an amazing experience because of the passion. And this applies to … More
Playlist: Hiding in plain sight
There are so many subtle clues in cataract surgery that can easily be missed, particularly when less experienced surgeons are … More
Playlist: toughest cases of 2020
After reviewing the surgical cases from 2020, I have chosen four tough cases to present here. Two of the cases … More
Playlist: Critical Life Lessons
Let’s start the new year right and make 2021 the time where you advance your surgical skills. Certainly dexterity and … More
Top CataractCoach videos of 2020
As the year comes to an end, we have succeeded in making a new CataractCoach video/post for every day of … More
Playlist: Capsulorhexis
The capsulorhexis is an important step of cataract surgery. It allows us to maintain the strength of the capsular bag … More
Playlist: Traumatic Cataract
The eye is a delicate organ and trauma can cause many challenges during cataract surgery. The more common issues include … More
Playlist: Iris Prolapse
Iris prolapse is a relatively common issue in cataract surgery and its management is critical to the success of the … More
Playlist: Phaco Incisions
The phaco incision is a critical part of the cataract surgery. A great incision is the mark of an accomplished … More
Playlist: Complete Cataract Cases
There is so much to be learned by watching a complete surgery, from start to finish. These complete cataract cases … More
Playlist: Small Pupil Cataract Surgery
Small pupil cases are relatively common, so all cataract surgeons must learn to master the techniques for these cases. This … More
Playlist: Stop-and-Chop Technique
If you are currently performing the Divide-and-Conquer technique of nuclear division, then moving to the Stop-and-Chop technique is relatively easy. … More
Playlist: Cataract Surgery in Myopia
playlist: cataract surgery in myopia
Playlist: a new feature for learning
a new feature: Playlists to give suggested videos for review