Cataract Course Basic

This intensive basic cataract surgery course provides a structured, hands-on pathway from phacoemulsification fundamentals to complication management and complex surgical scenarios. Combining expert-led lectures, supervised wetlabs, and interactive communication training, the programme builds technical precision, clinical decision-making, and patient-centered skills essential for safe and confident cataract surgery practice.

ESASO Scientific Director: Mario Romano
Course Scientific Coordinator: Mihnea Munteanu

Teaching language: English πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

Next Course in 2027 🎯

Only 26 seats available πŸ”₯

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ More than 439 students

πŸŽ—οΈ This course awards you with 1/5 MDHO Points

What you'll learn

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How to master the fundamental steps of phacoemulsification, from incision to IOL implantation

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How to select the appropriate IOL using accurate biometry and patient profiling

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How to manage intraoperative complications such as PCR, vitreous loss, and zonular weakness

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How to communicate effectively with patients and build trust before and after surgery

Skills you'll acquire

Phacoemulsification

IOL calculation and selection

Complication management

Surgical decision-making under pressure

Patient communication and expectation management

Tuition Fees

Hotel Accommodation Included: 1700 CHF
Hotel Accommodation not included: 1590 CHF

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Date: 14-16 May 2026
Venue: Oftacore | Timosoara, Romania
Level: Basic

This course includes:

πŸ§‘πŸ»β€πŸ«20 educational hours
πŸ–ŠοΈ Stationery
β˜• Coffee breaks, Launches
πŸ§‘πŸ»β€πŸ« International, experienced Faculty
πŸ”¬ 2 Wet Lab afternoons
πŸ§ͺ Apron and Wet Lab materials
⬇️ Downloadable resources
πŸ—¨οΈ eLOS account
πŸ¦ΈπŸ»β€β™‚οΈ Assistance of Event Manager
πŸ… Accreditation Certificate
πŸ“œ ESASO Certificate of Attendance
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡­ Swiss-level organisation
🍸 Networking Cocktail

Preliminary Programme - Invited Faculty