Lens-Based Refractive Surgery with Dr. Vaidya

06/05/2024 19 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode, Dr. Neel Vaidya, a cataract, cornea, and refractive surgeon at Chicago Cornea Consultants and Rush University Medical Center shares what you need to know about lens-based refractive surgery - what it is, what makes it unique, and what post-op examinations look like for lens exchange procedures. There are many great pearls for medical students who have an upcoming ophthalmology rotation or want to learn more about these procedures. 





0:54 - What is lens-based refractive surgery?
2:25 - Who are the right candidates?
6:35 - Risks & Benefits
11:20 - EVO-ICL
13:00 - Postoperative exam findings
16:40 - Pearls for your rotation