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41 CME questions (circle the correct answer) To take this test online and claim credit, go to bit.ly/1NTTdSp or complete the test below and fax, mail, or email it in. 1. According to Dr. Donnenfeld, to reduce the learning curve associated with laser-assisted cataract surgery, surgeons should: a. Hire additional professional staff b. Research which patients are the best candidates for the procedure c. Learn from surgeons who have studied the technology d. Hold informational training sessions for staff 2. According to Dr. Weinstock, when weighing the differences between manual and femtosecond laser as used to correct astigmatism, the femtosecond laser: a. Is more accurate b. Creates reproducible incisions c. Is precise d. All of the above 3. Dr. Thompson explained that surgeons who are intimidated by the financial commitment of laser-assisted cataract surgery may benefit from: a. Using a mobile laser b. Postponing implementation of laser-assisted cataract surgery c. Developing a financial informed consent to help patients make decisions d. Exploring other technologies 4. According to Dr. Raviv, when customizing the fragmentation pattern to the lens density, to increase the softening effect surgeons should: a. Decrease the grid spacing interval with decreasing lens density b. Decrease the grid spacing interval with increasing lens density c. Use a grid spacing interval of 600 µm d. Increase the grid spacing interval with increasing lens density 5. According to Dr. Foster, which of the following is NOT useful when implementing laser-assisted cataract surgery in an ophthalmology practice: a. Developing efficient flow b. Establishing pricing c. Encouraging patients to choose their own options based on patient education, without specific recommendations d. Educating staff about laser-assisted cataract surgery research Copyright 2016 ASCRS Ophthalmic Corporation. All rights reserved. The views expressed here do not necessarily reflect those of the editor, editorial board, or the publisher, and in no way imply endorsement by EyeWorld or ASCRS. To claim credit, please fax the test and fully completed form by August 31, 2016 to 703-547-8842, email to GPearson@ascrs.org, or mail to: EyeWorld, 4000 Legato Road, Suite 700, Fairfax, VA 22033, Attn: February 2016 CME Supplement ASCRS Member ID (optional): First/Last Name/Degree: Practice: Address: City, State, Zip, Country: Phone: Email: Please print email address legibly, as CME certificate will be emailed to the address provided. Dismantling barriers: Clinical pearls and practical guidance to implement laser-assisted cataract surgery 41

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