TFG’s Independent Medical Education (IME) programs, in collaboration with ESCRS, once again delivered a strong platform for learning and exchange. Over the course of five symposia, leading faculty and an engaged international audience explored advances across the field of ophthalmology — from digital innovation to refractive solutions and surgical excellence.

Each of TFG’s five IME Symposia, in collaboration with ESCRS, is now available on-demand via the ESCRS Education Forum.

Watch the previews here:

 

Access the full recordings here: 

The Digital Evolution of Cataract Surgery – New Innovations, Workflow Integration, and Impact on Everyday Practice
Faculty: Pavel Stodulka (Co-chair), Burkhard Dick (Co-chair), Supriya Sriganesh, Amir Hamid, Norbert Pesztenlehrer, Kjell Gunnar Gundersen

Explore how digital technologies are transforming cataract surgery — from 3D visualization to workflow optimization — with real-world case studies highlighting measurable clinical impact.

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Optimizing Refractive Surgery Success – From Preoperative Planning to Patient-Centered Communication
Faculty: Bruce Allan (Co-chair), Thomas Kohnen (Co-chair), Andreia Rosa, Béatrice Cochener, Pooja Khamar, Walter Sekundo

Gain strategies for managing patient expectations, optimizing the ocular surface, and addressing common objections — with real-life case examples and the latest ESCRS survey insights.

 

Modern Presbyopia Correction – Innovations in IOL Technology and Customized Patient Planning
Faculty: Joaquín Fernández (Co-chair), Oliver Findl (Co-chair), Andrea Janeková, Francesco Carones, Ramin Khoramnia, Jonathan Yu

Learn how to match advanced IOL technologies to patient profiles, optimize ocular surface health, and overcome common barriers to becoming a refractive cataract surgeon.

 

Mastering Astigmatism Management in Cataract Surgery – Precision Strategies with Toric IOLs
Faculty: Filomena Ribeiro (Chair), Daniel Chang, Andrzej Dmitriew, Nino Hirnschall

A deep dive into astigmatism management — from accurate diagnostics to intraoperative precision and postoperative outcomes — with practical tips for enhancing patient satisfaction.

 

Navigating Complex Cases – Optimizing Phaco Settings for Difficult Eyes
Faculty: Oliver Findl (Co-chair), David Lockington (Co-chair), Biljana Kuzmanović Elabjer, Jonathan Moore, Riccardo Vinciguerra, Supriya Sriganesh

Tackle challenging phaco cases with tailored settings and fluidics approaches, guided by experienced surgeons through real-world scenarios.

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Independent Medical Education supported by: Alcon, Bausch + Lomb, Johnson & Johnson Vision, Tarsus, Zeiss