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Highlights of the 2008 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Symposium CME

April 4 - 8, 2008, Chicago, IL

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This activity is not sanctioned by, nor a part of, the 2008 American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery Symposium.

Release Date: May 7, 2008Valid for credit through May 7, 2009

Credits Available
Physicians - maximum of 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s) for physicians

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Contents of This CME Activity

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Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants will be able to:

  1. Evaluate the latest advances in LASIK flap creation and corneal biomechanics
  2. Discuss the value of topographic analysis to guide the use of refractive surgery
  3. Review the use of IOLs in cataract surgery, including outcome data on existing IOLs and developments in technology for future IOLs
Authors and Disclosures

Claudia E. Perez-Straziota, MD
Disclosure: Claudia E. Perez-Straziota, MD, has disclosed no relevant financial relationships.


J. Bradley Randleman, MD
Disclosure: J. Bradley Randleman, MD, has disclosed that he receives speaking honoraria from Alcon Laboratories, Allergan, and ISTA Pharmaceuticals.


Charlotte Warren
Disclosure: Charlotte Warren has disclosed no relevant financial relationships.


 
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