ESCRS Podcasts – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode of the ESCRS IME podcast series on refractive IOLs, Prof. Thomas Kohnen and Dr. Basak Bostanci discuss the critical role of precise preoperative measurements in cataract surgery with presbyopia-correcting lenses to prevent postoperative refractive surprises. They explain how residual refractive errors can have a significant impact on patient vision and satisfaction. The discussion also covers common pitfalls that can lead to postoperative refractive issues and offers practical strategies for avoiding them. Be sure to listen to the other informative podcasts in this series!

Independent medical education supported by Alcon (Platinum), J&J Vision (Bronze) and Zeiss (Bronze).

In this episode of the ESCRS IME podcast series on refractive IOLs, Drs. Gerd Auffarth and Joaquín Fernández discuss effective strategies for educating cataract patients about presbyopia-correcting lenses. They emphasize the importance of evidence-based communication and shared decision-making. Drs. Auffarth and Fernández also offer valuable insights on lens selection, ensuring patients are fully informed about costs and potential risks. Additionally, they address how to manage patient dissatisfaction, even after thorough preoperative counseling. Be sure to listen to the other insightful podcasts in this series!

Independent medical education supported by Alcon (Platinum), J&J Vision (Bronze) and Zeiss (Bronze).

Episode 35 of the ESCRS Eye Journal Club with Artemis Matsou and Alfredo Borgia was held on June 19th 2024.

The guest experts are Professor Vito Romano and Professor Luis Fernández-Vega Cueto-Felgueroso who discuss the following paper:

Refractive outcomes after DMEK: meta-analysis

Augustin, Victor A. MD; Son, Hyeck-Soo MD; Yildirim, Timur M. MD; Meis, Jan MSc; Łabuz, Grzegorz PhD; Auffarth, Gerd U. MD; Khoramnia, Ramin MD. Refractive outcomes after DMEK: meta-analysis. Journal of Cataract & Refractive Surgery 49(9):p 982-987, September 2023. | DOI: 10.1097/j.jcrs.0000000000001212 

Our brand-new podcast series kicks off with an exciting start, 'Breaking the Glass Ceiling: Women Leading in Ophthalmology'.

In this first episode,  ESCRS’ first female President, Prof. Marie-Jose Tassignon has a magnificent conversation with Medevise Founder and ESCRS Consultant, Kris Morrill, facilitated by Dr Artemis Matsou and Dr Diana Silva.

Be sure to keep an eye out for the next podcast ‘Allies in Action; How Men Support Women in Ophthalmology’ - coming soon!  

Chairs: Filomena Ribeiro and Jose Guell

Speakers: Soosan Jacob, Alex Day, Andreia Rosa, Beatrice Cochener-Lamard and Jorge Alio

The webinar will offer an overview of the key topics and presentations that will be featured during the Main Symposia at the upcoming ESCRS 2024 Meeting in Barcelona, scheduled from September 6th to 10th, 2024.

In this episode of the IME podcast on RIOLs, Dr. Basak Bostanci and Prof. Thomas Kohnen discuss available presbyopia-correcting IOLs and critical factors in selecting the most suitable lens for each patient. They highlight the importance of considering the patient’s preference for spectacle independence, addressing ocular surface conditions, and potential optical symptoms to maximize patient satisfaction. Independent medical education supported by Alcon (Gold), J&J Vision (Gold) and Zeiss (Bronze).

Artemis Matsou

Arthur Cummings

Alfredo Borgia

Filomena Ribeiro

CHAIRS: Ziad Khoueir and Simonetta Morselli

SPEAKERS: Ana Prinz, Verena Prokosch, Julian Garcia-Feijoo and Andrew Tatham

Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS) has changed the treatment landscape for glaucoma, offering a safer and less invasive alternative to traditional glaucoma surgeries, focusing on reducing intraocular pressure (IOP) with minimal trauma and faster recovery times. This approach is particularly advantageous for patients undergoing cataract surgery, as it allows both conditions to be addressed simultaneously, reducing the burden of surgery and potentially improving visual outcomes.

Join us for new edition of ESCRS eConnect webinar where selected panel of experts will delve into the latest advancements in this field. The session will offer clinical insights on identifying the ideal patient profile, followed by an overview of the complex and ever-changing landscape of contemporary MIGS procedures. The webinar will also provide the latest data on of combining cataract surgery with MIGS procedures, indicating the best treatment options for these cases. Finally, we’ll conclude with strategies for managing patients after a failed MIGS procedure.

Work-life balance is frequently discussed in our post-COVID world as people seek to find an equilibrium in their lives. But, the reality is that how that term is applied will differ from person to person. In this podcast, David Lockington and Julien Buratto join Moderator Kristine Morrill to share their views on achieving the right balance and the role mentors can play in the balancing act.

Speaker names and affiliations:

• • David Lockington, Consultant Ophthalmologist, Glasgow & LBI Committee member
  • Julien Buratto, Group CEO, Neovision Clinics, Milan

In this episode of the IME podcast on RIOLs Dr. Basak Bostanci and Susana Marcos focus on how to optimize education in patients interested in presbyopia-correction. Independent medical education supported by Alcon (Gold), J&J Vision (Gold) and Zeiss (Bronze).