Effective ophthalmic surgery requires a thorough knowledge of anatomy, available instruments, techniques and appropriate aftercare. This course will provide background information on selected ocular conditions and their surgical management. Subjects to be discussed include preparation of the patient and eye for surgery, correct choice of instruments and the most useful surgical techniques. The emphasis is on putting it all into practice and delegates will be given opportunities on both days to perform surgery on eyelids, third eyelid, conjunctiva and cornea. The approach to more complex and intraocular procedures will be discussed and demonstrated.

Key learning objectives:

By the end of this course, delegates should have a thorough understanding of:

The preparation of patients and eyes for surgery, including anaesthetic considerations

The equipment and intruments required for ophthalmic surgery

The selection and use of appropriate surgical techniques for common ocular conditions

The principles of intra-ocular surgery

The post-operative medical management of patients