Northwestern Cataract Symposium 2023 Update on techniques & technological advances in cataract surgery

Saturday, June 3, 2023, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Baldwin Auditorium, Chicago, IL


This symposium provides an update for practicing ophthalmologists from the Midwest, highlighting recent advances and technology in the field of cataract surgery. The program seeks to educate participants on the topics of laser cataract surgery, complex cataract management, premium IOLs and new technologies to enhance outcomes of premium and toric IOLs.

1. Compare and contrast premium IOLs, including light adjustable, EDOF, diffractive, and toric, and expand on the dos and don’ts related to refractive cataract surgery.
2. Appraise various technologies available for imaging, biometry, capsulorhexis, and cataract removal, and identify which patients benefit most from its use.
3. Discuss options for secondary IOL and surgical challenges associated with complex cataracts, and the surgical nuances to manage them.

The Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation Statement

The Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (5.50 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (5.50 hours)

Mitigation of Relevant Financial Relationships

Feinberg School of Medicine adheres to the ACCME’s Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. All individuals in a position to control the content of a Continuing Education activity, including faculty, planners, reviewers, or others are required to disclose all financial relationships with ineligible entities (commercial interests). All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated prior to the commencement of the activity.