At the recent American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Annual Meeting, Dr. Robert Ang from the Asian Eye Institute received a gold medal in the "Cataract Olympics."
presentation during the Cataract Olympics held recently in Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Ang earned the accolade for his video presentation titled "Cataract Technology Hurdles."
The event, held in Boston, Massachusetts, featured top ophthalmologists worldwide demonstrating their expertise in various categories of cataract surgery.
Ang's achievement highlighted the importance of astigmatism correction.
The Asian Eye Institute doctor's award-winning video focused on the critical aspect of astigmatism correction during cataract surgery and provided valuable insights into using Toric (astigmatism) intraocular lenses (IOLs).
By using the power of visual media, these educational resources help advance the field of cataract surgery and benefit patients globally.
Cataract awareness month
Coincidentally, the month of June is Cataract Awareness Month, dedicated to raising awareness about cataracts and educating the public about available treatment options.
Cataracts, an age-related condition causing cloudiness in the eye's lens, can lead to blindness if untreated.
Surgery, which involves replacing the cloudy lens with an intraocular lens, offers a solution.
During the procedure, the ophthalmologist removes the cataract lens and replaces it with an IOL-- there are different types of IOLs available, each designed to improve vision.
The video competition not only showcased the expertise and skills of specialists but also provided a platform for sharing knowledge and exchanging ideas with doctors worldwide regarding new technologies and surgical techniques.
About Dr. Ang
According to the Asian Eye Institute, Ang is the Director of the Cornea and Refractive Surgery Service.
He is renowned for his expertise in Laser-Assisted in Situ Keratomileusis (LASIK) surgery and pioneering research on technologies that improve the diagnosis and treatment of various eye conditions.
As Director for Research and Training, his collaborative work with leading pharmaceutical and medical device companies has led to innovations in cataract intraocular lenses, presbyopic laser treatments, and minimally invasive glaucoma devices.
Ang's gold medal at the Cataract Olympics is one of many accolades in his field.
His awards include multiple Best Paper of Session Awards from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), the Certified Educator Award from the Asia Pacific Association of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (APACRS), the Presidential Recognition Award from the International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS), the Geminiano de Ocampo Outstanding Researcher in Ophthalmology Award from the Philippine Academy of Ophthalmology (PAO), and the Senior Achievement Award from the Asia Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO).