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by Title ASCRS NEWS Heading Name title Contact Name: email 14 | EYEWORLD | SPRING 2025 UNITY ® VCS and CS Important Product Information Caution: Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by, or on the order of, a physician. Indications / Intended Use: UNITY VCS: The UNITY VCS console, when used with compatible devices, is indicated for use during anterior segment (i.e. phacoemulsification and removal of cataracts) and posterior segment (i.e. vitreoretinal) ophthalmic surgery. In addition, with the optional laser this system is indicated for photocoagulation (i.e. vitreoretinal and macular pathologies), iridotomy and trabeculoplasty procedures. UNITY CS: The UNITY CS console, when used with compatible devices, is indicated for use during anterior segment (i.e. phacoemulsification and removal of cataracts) ophthalmic surgery. Warnings: Appropriate use of UNITY VCS and CS parameters and accessories is important for successful procedures. The console supports various accessories to perform various surgical procedures. Accessories include handpieces and probes, as well as tips and sleeves when necessary. Different accessories are required for different procedures and operating modes. Test for adequate irrigation and aspiration flow, reflux, and operation of each accessory prior to entering the eye. The consumables used in conjunction with ALCON ® instrument products constitute a complete surgical system. To avoid the risk of a patient hazard, do not mismatch consumable components or use settings not specifically adjusted for particular consumable component combinations. AEs/Complications: Inadvertent activation of functions that are intended for priming or tuning accessories while the accessory is in the eye can create a hazardous situation that could result in patient injury. During any ultrasonic procedure, metal particles may result from inadvertent touching of the ultrasonic tip with a second instrument. Another potential source of metal particles resulting from any ultrasonic handpiece may be the result of ultrasonic energy causing micro abrasion of the ultrasonic tip. ATTENTION: Refer to the Directions for Use for the accessories/ consumables and User Manual for a complete listing of indications, warnings, cautions and notes. © 2024 Alcon Inc. 11/24 US-UVC-2400061 continued from page 3 myopia progression, cataract surgery in the setting of an opaque cornea, management consideration in patients with pseudoexfoliative glaucoma and steroid-induced glaucoma, digital tools for surgical training, and the evolution of telemedi- cine in ophthalmology, among others. ASCRS plays an important role in our lives as ophthalmol- ogists. Our mission statement says: "The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery empowers anterior segment surgeons to improve the vision, outcomes, and quality of life of their patients through innovative approaches to Education, Advocacy, and Philanthropy." I am a proud member of our or- ganization and have gained personally and professionally as a result of my membership. I urge all of our membership to con- tinue to support ASCRS by maintaining an active membership, attending the Annual Meeting, and becoming more involved in ASCRS initiatives. In closing, I would like to congratulate our outgoing ASCRS president, Vance Thompson, MD, for a great year for ASCRS. Vance has achieved so much in his short year as ASCRS president. Under his leadership, the inaugural BRiCS course was successfully created and executed, which subsequently led to the inception of the Business of Interventional Glaucoma meeting; there has been increased collaboration among doctors (ASCRS) and administrators (ASOA) and wins in Washington, D.C. (MIGS reimbursement and prior authorization battles). In Los Angeles, we will welcome Francis Mah, MD, as president. Francis is a leader in cornea and external disease and has been a longstanding member of our organization. I am excited about what he will bring to ASCRS as our next president. If you have any suggestions for topics, improvements, etc., feel free to reach out to me at gargs@uci.edu. I look forward to seeing you all at our Annual Meeting in Los Angeles! Kevin M. Miller, MD, EyeWorld Cataract Editorial Board member, shared what he is excited for at the ASCRS Annual Meeting: "Welcome to Los Angeles—my city! I am looking forward to the hallway conversations, to catching up with friends and colleagues from all over the world, and to seeing all the new toys in the 'candy store' that is the Exhibit Hall. I think it is important for every member of ASCRS to support the Society." ASCRS ANNUAL MEETING P R E V I E W

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