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Gregory Parkhurst, AAO 2022: Advice for transitioning to implantable collamer lens

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Published Online: Oct 20th 2022

In this touchOPHTHALMOLOGY interview about his AAO 2022 presentation, Dr Gregory Parkhurst (Parkhurst NuVision, San Antonio, TX, US) talked to about the best practices for helping patients when they considering implantable collamer lens and provides some insightful suggestion to consulting physicians. 

‘I Can’t Have LASIK … Now What?  Transitioning to ICL surgery’ was presented at the annual American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) meeting, 30 September – 3 October 2022 

  1. What should be discussed in an initial consultation with a patient when considering implantable collamer lens? (00:18)
  2. What resources can be used for patient communication and education? (02:39)
  3. What other advice would you give to consulting physicians? (04:49)

Disclosure: Dr Gregory Parkhurst is a consultant for and receives grant/research support from Staar Surgical

Support: Interview and filming supported by Touch Medical Media Ltd. Interview conducted by Lisa Glass.

Filmed as a highlight of AAO 2022.

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