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 
Next Course in 2027 
Only 26 seats available 
More than 439 students
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 not Included: 1279 CHF
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1279 CHF
Pay later with 
20 educational hours
Stationery
Coffee breaks, Launches
2 Wet Lab afternoons 
Apron and Wet Lab materials
Downloadable resources 
eLOS account
Assistance of Event Manager 
Accreditation Certificate 
ESASO Certificate of Attendance
Swiss-level organisation