WEBINARSERIES

Topic: Femtosecond Lasers

Webinars:

Exploring Efficacy and Safety of Femtosecond Laser

Presented by:

Wendell Scott, MD
Ophthalmology Specialist
Mercy Clinic

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Wendell Scott, MD

Ophthalmology Specialist
Mercy Clinic

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Dr. Wendell Scott is an ophthalmologist in Springfield, Missouri and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield. He received his medical degree from University of Missouri - Kansas City School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 20 years. He is one of 9 doctors at Mercy Hospital Springfield who specialize in Ophthalmology.

Exploring Efficacy and Safety of Femtosecond Laser

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Duration: 60 minutes

Abstract:
You've learned about benefits of femtosecond laser and how to prepare for introduction. You may have decided femto cataract surgery is right for your practice. Now, what are the next steps?
This webinar details surgical advantages of femtosecond laser, as well as safety issues that might arise as you implement femto cataract surgery. Dr. WJ Scott shows you:

• The learning curve of surgeons converting from manual surgery

• Safety issues commonly attributed to the use of femtosecond laser

• A complete list of advantages that come with switching

• Financial considerations of your purchase

Practice Management: Tips and Tricks Regarding Femto Cataract Surgery

Presented by:

Jeffrey Martin, MD
Assistant clinical professor of Ophthalmology
State University of New York,
Stony Brook

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Jeffrey Martin, MD

Assistant clinical professor of Ophthalmology
State University of New York Stony Brook

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Dr. Martin is an assistant clinical professor of ophthalmology at the State University of New York Stony Brook and is chief ophthalmologist at St. Catherine of Sienna Hospital. In addition, he devotes time to teaching resident ophthalmologists at the Northport Veterans Administration Medical Center. For the last several years, Dr. Martin has been selected for inclusion in "Top Doctors: New York Metro Area" by Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. He has also been selected to receive “Patient Choice" and "Compassionate Doctor" awards.

Dr. Martin is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology. He is a fellow of the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American College of Surgeons, the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery, and is a member of the Medical Society of the State Of New York, the Suffolk County Medical Society, and the New York State Ophthalmologic Society.

Practice Management: Tips and Tricks Regarding Femto Cataract Surgery

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Duration: 60 minutes

Abstract:
The first in a 4-part series, this webinar focuses on ways to incorporate femtosecond laser into your practice and explain how to market the technology to patients
Get the femtosecond laser tips and tricks you need from a top ophthalmologist, including:

• Pros and cons of purchasing a system for a surgical practice

• Productive discussions with patients about the utility of the system

• Offering financing options for patients considering cataract surgery

• Surgical scheduling options if you utilize manual & laser cataract surgeries

Why I Changed My Mind About Femtosecond Laser

Presented by:

Alan Aker, MD
Medical Director
Aker Kasten Eye Center

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Alan Aker, MD

Medical Director
Aker Kasten Eye Center

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Dr. Aker is a distinguished graduate of the United States Military Academy at West Point and earned his medical degree from New York Medical College. In his desire to maintain the highest possible standards as a surgeon, he became a charter member of the American College of Eye Surgeons and has served as President of both the College as well as its certifying board, the American Board of Eye Surgery.

On various occasions, Dr. Aker has participated in FDA studies and has lectured extensively throughout the years at meetings such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology, the American Society for Cataract & Refractive Surgery and the American College of Eye Surgeons. Dr. Aker has also lectured nationally and internationally on functional vision as it pertains to intraocular lenses.

Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) Clinical Guideline on Reducing the Risk of Preterm Birth and Potential Treatment in Certain At-Risk Women

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Duration: 60 minutes

Abstract:
Are you unsure if femtosecond laser is the right fit for your practice?
Let Dr. Alan Aker tell you why he was skeptical, but ultimately changed his mind about femtosecond laser. Dr. Aker will discuss:

• The history of femtosecond laser development for cataract surgery

• The keys to rapid adoption in the local community

• Key features that impact patient outcomes and overall safety

• Workflow issues that impact the ease of surgeon use

Seamlessly Integrating Femtosecond Laser into Your Surgical Practice

Presented by:

Thomas Clinch, MD
Managing partner
Eye Doctors of Washington

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