Introduction to Cataract Surgery

This comprehensive course will give you the fundamental knowledge needed to begin performing cataract surgery by phacoemulsification and extracapsular removal. Each step from preoperative evaluation to postoperative care will be covered to help prepare you for the operating room.

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Syllabus

Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
Week 1
Unit 1: Prior to the Operating Room
Week 2
Unit 2: In the Operating Room and Getting to the Cataract
Week 3
Unit 3: Removing the Cataract and Intraocular Lens Placement
Week 4
Unit 4: Cataract Complications and Extras

FAQ

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:

The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.

The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

What will I get if I purchase the Certificate?

When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.

Is financial aid available?

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

Reviews

More definitions of terminologies used.

Do not assume that candidate has any knowledge of vocabularies used in Ophthalmic conditions.

Also origin of terms used eg Phaco, emulsification, etc etc

This course is highly informative and helps improve ones basic skills in the field of ophthalmology.

Great way to know the basics of Cataratct Surgery!

Great great course to understand the steps of Cataract surgeries especially prior to go to the OR to observe what the surgeon is doing.