Cataract Resources
Cataract Education
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Collaboration in Complex Cataract Cases
Join us for a collaborated discussion with multi-specialty surgeons as they review cataract cases of anterior segment with retina pathology or history of retina surgery.
Phaco Fundamentals: Optimizing Phacodynamics for Brunescent and Challenging Cataracts
Program will discuss principles for adjusting and optimizing phaco machine settings for both routine and complex cases, such as rock hard cataracts and complicated cases.
Nailing Your Toric Outcomes
This program explores key factors for achieving your desired toric outcomes, ways to examine best practices for pre-, intra-, and postoperative planning and reviews enhancement strategies to manage astigmatism in cataract patients.
New in CME 24/7: A Taste of ASCRS 2023
Experience the best of ASCRS education
Join program co-chairs and faculty for an online CME 24/7 activity where you’ll gain pearls you can put into practice on day one. Captured at the 2023 ASCRS Summer Meeting, this program is designed to offer a "taste" of the best education ASCRS has to offer.
Earn up to 10 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ by participating in the nine sections in this online program.
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2023 Award-Winning Cataract Films
View the films that won awards at the 2023 ASCRS Film Festival in San Diego, California.
(2023 ASCRS Annual Meeting physicians registrants only)
Complicated and Challenging Cases in Cataract Surgery Video Symposium
2023 ASCRS Annual Meeting registrants may view this symposium on cataract challenging cases.
ASCRS Clinical Alert
ASCRS Clinical Advisory on Intracameral Moxifloxacin Injection for Infection Prophylaxis
Purpose of this Advisory
Moxifloxacin solution is frequently injected at the conclusion of cataract surgery for endophthalmitis prophylaxis. Two different concentrations are commonly available in the United States (U.S.) for intracameral (IC) use: 0.5% [5 mg/mL] and 0.1% [1 mg/mL]. The recommended volume to be injected is different for the two concentrations, and incorrect dosing can increase the risk of toxic anterior segment syndrome (TASS) or endophthalmitis.
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Ophthalmology Quicksand Chronicles Podcast: Latest Episodes
ASCRS Grand Rounds
ASCRS partners with major academic institutions to present a regular series of virtual grand rounds throughout the year.
Grand Rounds are approved for CME credit and available free of charge to all ASCRS members.
In-Depth Cataract Instructional Courses
Explore these cataract-focused instructional courses presented at the 2023 and 2022 ASCRS Annual Meetings.
Practical Guides for the Cataract Surgeon
ASCRS Focus on Cataract provides one location where ASCRS members can find a wealth of education on specific cataract surgical techniques and complications. Explore the latest cataract topics below.
Scleral Fixation of Intraocular Lenses
In this new 2022 ASCRS Focus on Cataract Surgery, explore a selection of surgical videos and publications covering the various scleral fixation techniques and complications.
Light Adjustable Lens
In this updated 2022 ASCRS Focus on Cataract Surgery, explore a variety of resources on the light adjustable lens, which can be adjusted in the eye postoperatively in order to optimize refractive outcomes for difficult cases.
Surgical Management of Hard Cataracts
In this updated 2022 ASCRS Focus on Cataract Surgery, explore a variety of resources on the management of hard cataracts in order to minimize your chance of surgical complications.
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IOL Exchange
In this updated 2022 ASCRS Focus on Cataract Surgery, explore a variety of resources focused on when to perform an IOL exchange as well as the surgical techniques associated with IOL exchange.
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Capsular Support: Rings, Hooks, and More
In this updated 2022 ASCRS Focus on Cataract Surgery, explore educational resources about the variety of capsular support devices available to today's cataract surgeon.
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Posterior Capsule Rupture
In this updated 2022 ASCRS Focus on Cataract Surgery, explore the surgical videos and additional resources on posterior capsule rupture to assist in your surgical preparation.
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Phacoemulsification: Tips & Techniques
In this updated 2022 ASCRS Focus on Cataract Surgery, explore the variety of phaco resources to learn about new surgical techniques, fluidics, machine settings and more.
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Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS)
In this updated 2022 ASCRS Focus on Cataract Surgery, explore a variety of resources focused on the importance of MSICS and keys to mastering this technique.
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