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EW NEWS & OPINION October 2016 23 surgeons. It's a big effort and it's a commendable mission." Working volunteer cases into one's day doesn't have to be any different than other cataract cases, Dr. Yeu said. However, she did note that these patients often have more challenging cataracts if they've waited longer for surgery. Dr. Yeu said she prefers to schedule more complex cases like these toward the end of the day. In the end though, "these patients are like any other cataract surgery you're performing … the only difference is the fact that you're doing this on behalf of Operation Sight," Dr. Yeu said. Dr. Rice shared similar thoughts, recommending that those just be- ginning such volunteer work start a little at a time. "Block off half of a clinic day where you open up to the commu- nity and make it known that there are openings when they can be seen and they won't be charged. One day a month in my surgical center, I have four slots for charity patients. It's not a big deal, you're just adding cases onto your schedule," he said. Dr. Rice also said that his other patients are interested in his volun- teer work as well, though that is by no means the reason why he does it. "My patients love that I do this. Helping other people, sharing your gifts and resources is the purpose of life," he said. To those who are receiving the help, it can be life-changing. "When we do a cataract surgery, we change the dynamic for that person and his or her entire family," he said. "Here in the United States people can go blind from cataracts, which is very unusual because we perform so many cataract surgeries and it's so easy to help someone out, but there are people who don't have resources. I've seen so many people who have jobs suddenly lose them because they can't see. You're pro- viding the ability for them to work again and support themselves." To learn more about Operation Sight, register to be a volunteer, get connected with needy patients in your community, or submit stipend forms, visit www.ascrsfoundation. org/operation-sight. EW Contact information Lane: sslane@associatedeyecare.com Rice: rrice3@satx.rr.com Yeu: eyeu@vec2020.com M&S holds US Patents 7,354,155; 7,926,948; 8,425,040; 8,167,429; 8,419,184 & 8,550,631. Other Patents Pending. ©2016 M&S Technologies, Inc. Smart System and M&S are registered trademarks of M&S Technologies, Inc. All Rights Reserved. www.mstech-eyes.com 1-877-225-6101 YEARS Since our founding in 1990, M&S has invested millions of dollars in research and development. This has resulted in comprehensive testing features and unsurpassed accuracy in each of our computerized vision testing products. Our tests, algorithms and protocols strictly adhere to the ANSI and ISO standards, are accepted for use in Phase III Endpoint Trials and are peer-reviewed, tested and published by prominent industry professionals. The science behind our technology provides our Clinical Trial Suite clients a high level of precision and repeatability from site to site for reliable results. AUTOMATED ETDRS DEFOCUS CURVE CONTRAST ACUITY CONTRAST THRESHOLD LINEAR SINE GRATING SINUSOIDAL BULLSEYE e ETDRS GLARE LIGHTS Computer - controlled protocols for greater accuracy and efficiency. CLINICAL TR IAL SU ITE SEE US AT THE ANNUAL ACADEMY MEETING IN CHICAGO, BOOTH 2836! EyeWorld would like to hear how you participated in National Sight Week. Send your stories and photos to Liz Hillman at liz@eyeworld.org.

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