Dr. Robert Ang receives his award for his winning video presentation on cataract surgeryAt the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery’s (ASCRS) annual meeting, Dr. Robert Ang of Asian Eye Institute was awarded a gold medal at the Cataract Olympics for his video presentation titled “Cataract Technology Hurdles.

”Held in Boston, Massachusetts, in April, the meeting featured the participation of outstanding ophthalmologists and eye care professionals from across the globe. The Cataract Olympics symposium provided a platform for teams from leading organizations, such as ASCRS, Asia-Pacific Association of Cataract & Refractive Surgeons, European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, and Latin American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons, to showcase their expertise and compete in various cataract categories, making Ang’s achievement even more remarkable.

His award-winning video focused on the critical aspect of astigmatism correction during cataract surgery and offered valuable insights into using toric (astigmatism) intraocular lenses (IOLs). Ang’s win coincided with Cataract Awareness Month in June, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cataracts and educating the public about available treatment options.

The video competition not only showcases the expertise and skills of specialists like Ang but also provides a platform for sharing knowledge and exchanging ideas with doctors worldwide regarding new technologies and surgical techniques. By leveraging the power of visual media, these educational resources help advance the field of cataract surgery and benefit patients globally.

Cataracts are an age-related eye condition where the normally clear lens of the eye becomes cloudy; sometimes it feels like looking at fogged-up glass. If not treated, cataracts can lead to blindness. Fortunately, surgery can be done to remove them. The ophthalmologist will remove the lens with cataract and replace it with an IOL. There are different kinds of IOLs available, all designed to improve vision.

Asian Eye takes great pride in the skills and expertise of their medical team, exemplified by the contributions of Ang. Dedicated to providing patients with the highest standard of care, patients can have peace of mind when it comes to cataract surgery and other vision-related procedures.

For more information about Dr. Robert Ang and the advanced ophthalmological services offered at Asian Eye, please visit www.asianeyeinstitute.com.

(Story/Photos by:Aizel Maquimot)