During our surgical training, we are taught the intricacies of technical procedures, the elements of surgical judgment and the basic science basis for clinical practice.
An equally important aspect of ophthalmology focuses on patient discussions. We are not simply operating on an eye, but rather we are operating on a person’s most important sense, their vision. The nuances in the communication allow us to understand our patients’ desires, make specific recommendations and set reasonable expectations.
The first rule for any patient discussions is to let them speak. As simple as it