Makati City, Philippines – At the recent American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Annual Meeting, Dr. Robert Ang of the Asian Eye Institute was awarded a prestigious Gold medal in the Cataract Olympics for his video presentation, titled “Cataract Technology Hurdles.”
Held in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, the annual meeting featured the participation of outstanding ophthalmologists and eye care professionals from around the globe. The Cataract Olympics symposium provided a platform for teams from leading cataract and refractive surgery organizations around the world to showcase their expertise and compete in various cataract categories, making Doctor Ang’s achievement even more remarkable.
Doctor Ang’s award-winning video focused on the critical aspect of astigmatism correction during cataract surgery and offered valuable insights into using Toric (astigmatism) intraocular lenses (IOLs). His impressive win coincides with Cataract Awareness Month this June, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cataracts and educating the public about available treatment options.
This video competition not only showcases the expertise and skills of specialists like Doctor Ang, but also provides a platform for sharing knowledge and exchanging ideas with doctors worldwide regarding new technologies and surgical techniques. By leveraging the power of visual media, these educational resources help advance the field of cataract surgery and benefit patients globally.
Cataracts are an age-related eye condition, where the normally clear lens of the eye becomes cloudy. Sometimes, it feels like looking at a fogged-up glass. If not treated, it can lead to blindness. Fortunately, surgery can be done to remove it. The ophthalmologist will remove the lens with cataract and replace it with an IOL. There are different kinds of IOLs available, all designed to improve vision.
Asian Eye takes great pride in the exceptional skills and expertise of their esteemed medical team, exemplified by the contributions of Doctor Ang. Dedicated to providing patients with the highest standard of care, patients can have peace of mind when it comes to cataract surgery and other vision-related procedures at Asian Eye.
