Utilize advanced diagnostics in an efficient manner for best outcomes

As premium cataract refractive surgeons, we are bombarded with a variety of outstanding advanced diagnostic tests to assist us in selecting the best options to achieve the best outcomes for our patients. Recently, the diagnostic armamentarium has continued to expand, especially in the area of anterior segment imaging. What becomes even more challenging is trying to interpret the overwhelming amount of data in a matter of minutes so the patient encounter is customized into the best premium lifestyle decision.The three most exciting technologies implemented in my practice have been the AcuTarget HD ocular scatter analyzer (AcuFocus), the Cassini Total Corneal Astigmatism (TCA) analyzer (i-Optics) and the Lipiview II Interferometer with Dynamic Meibomian Imaging (TearScience). They all, alone or in combination, aid in optimizing the ocular surface, in treating the correct magnitude and axis of astigmatism, and in selecting the proper corneal vs. lenticular surgical procedure.