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The article offers the author's suggestions among surgeons on how to improve tactical skill in surgery. Tips discussed include the use of cognitive rehearsal before task performance as a visualization to practice and achieve the top-level surgical performance, surgical skills development with the aid of feedback from residents, and adjustments for better surgical performance.

The article focuses on the role of optometrist in laser cataract surgery, and the question on their practice. It says that efficiency is one problem in the adoption of femtosecond cataract surgery by optometrists, which accordingly brought by learning curve and extra steps for procedure. It also discusses insights of several surgeons about the role of optometrists, and the problem on efficiency in which doctor Derek Cunningham says that additional training is not needed.

The article offers information on how to manage patients properly through refractive surgery. It states that the surgery procedure is relevant treatment in optometric practice, particularly in handling the changing needs and demands of the patients. It also cites the importance of staff education is also necessary for the success of the procedure since the physicians themselves need to assert the positive effects on the treatment to their patients.

The article discusses the changes in the practice of glaucoma surgery. It states that development of anti-glaucoma medications has resulted to the decline of laser trabeculoplasty, a dominant surgical procedure in treating glaucoma. It also cites that the discovery of implanting aqueous shunts have caused a change in treatment preferences for glaucoma surgery.

Results from a national comparative audit of bedside transfusion practice show that patients in the UK are at risk of misidentification and poor monitoring when undergoing a blood transfusion. A commonly identified reason for poor compliance with guidelines from the British Committee for Standards in Haematology (BCSH et at 1999) is a lack of awareness of good transfusion practice (National Blood Service (NBS) 2005). This article discusses the implications of the audit findings for the administration of blood at the bedside and examines initiatives to support hospital staff in their efforts to improve blood transfusion safety. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article presents information on the new ways to impart surgical knowledge and skills to medical residents before they attempts surgery. It also focuses on the developments that have the power to cause a revolution in resident education. Bonnie Henderson, director of comprehensive ophthalmology at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, has developed an interactive computer program called virtual mentor. According to the author, now a days, several types of surgery have been realistically duplicated in virtual reality, among them vitreoretinal surgeries and cataract surgery.

Presents recommendations on how to modify a refractive surgery practice to satisfy patient-customer expectations. Establishing a consumer-directed focus practice; Preparation and organization of the practice; Communication issues; Accountability and commitment; Ensuring efficiency and foresight; Servanthood.

The article offers information on the National Panel survey which determines the preference of eye surgeons on the use of toric intraocular lenses in cataract surgeries. It shows that surgeons like the performance of toric intraocular cataract lenses with percentages increasing from 35% in 2009 to 46% in 2010. It also examines the other preferences on surgery procedures such as incision and technique which 51% of surgeons prefer limbal incisions as well as preoperation preparation.

The article presents information on simulated surgeries. Simulated surgeries are widely used in medical education and assessment outside Great Britain and since January 2000 the simulated surgery assessment method developed in Leicester, England, has been approved by the Joint Committee on Postgraduate Training for General Practice for summative assessment of consulting skills. Using the Leicester simulated surgery instead of a video recording for summative assessment is a simple, hassle-free method and has several advantages. The patient on which the simulated consultation is based must first give his or her consent. INSET: Example of a clinical checklist.

Discusses the business potential that laser refractive eye surgery offers and describes an approach to incorporate laser refractive surgery in optical practice. Information on the potential ways that opticians will notice a secondary growth of their business and patient base; Forms of active involvement in laser refractive surgery; Way of attracting new patients.

Presents two studies that investigated the possibilities of recruiting optometrists for direct booking for cataract surgery in Great Britain. Information on the efforts of the British government to reduce the waiting list for cataract extraction; Terms of an agreement between recruited optometrists and patients; Implications of the results.

Examines the surgical and medical practices in Sydney, Australia. Establishment of multiclinic laser chains; Provision of right to free medical care in public hospitals; Management of the cost of private health insurance.

Reports on the development of eye surgeons and retinal specialists' knowledge about optimizing the photodynamic therapy (PDT) in the United States. Angiographic elements which may not benefit from PDT; Retreatment issues; Complications that may arise from PDT.

The article reports on the launch of the Caliber Ophthalmics division of Surgical Specialties Corp. (SSC) which combines SSC's Sharpoint brand with its ophthalmic acquisitions, Unique Technologies and VPM Surgical.

The article examines the factors that affect the goal of creating a natural, healthy appearance following the upper blepharoplasty technique. The factors include preoperative assessment, planning and marking that will help the oculoplastic facial surgeon achieve the goal. According to Dr. John P. Fezza, upper blepharoplasty is considered one of the most satisfying procedures a surgeon can perform.

The article discusses the aggressiveness of the members of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS) regarding their refractive surgery practices. It mentions on the decreased percentage of surgeons who are using clear lens exchange implantation for the non-cataract presbyonic patient. According to surgeon Richard Duffey, surgeons prefer for monovision since it does not require intraocular procedure and can do laser vision correction.

The article discusses the pros and cons on the use Sub-Bowmans Keratomileusis (SBK) and Photorefractive Keratectomy (PRK) on eye surgeries. It features a study performed by Doctors Durrie, Slade and John Marshall of London that showed no statistical significant differences in safety, acuity, higher-order aberrations or dry eye in SBK or PRK. It explores their difference in which some surgeons mention that SBK would be for patients with thin cornea. It notes that PRK recovery is longer.

The article profiles ophthalomologist and wine enthusiast, David M. Dillman in the U.S. He is focused on surgery in his solo practice. He states that his parents do not drink wine but he went through extensive study of wine, having attended food and wine school. His interest in wine started while vacationing with his wife at The Cloister at Sea Island in Georgia in the early 1990s. Dillman discusses the three categories of wine.

The article examines reactions of nurses to a role in surgical practice in Great Britain. According to a spokesperson for the National Practitioner Programme, this is a new career pathway for nurses and other healthcare professionals. However, Jane Naish, Royal College of Nursing's workforce and leadership policy adviser, says nurses who become surgical care practitioners have no autonomy.

Employment minister Margaret Hodge wants your views on a scheme to place employment advisers in GP surgeries. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports on the role of Phakic intraocular lens (IOL) in managing higher ametropias. The implantation technique is very learnable for practitioners already doing intraocular surgery. Phakic IOL implantation has a number of advantages as a refractive surgery operations. The implantation technique is already account for refractive surgery practice.

This article focuses on anti-infective drug selection for balancing penetration and potency with lack of cytotoxicity. The greater the tissue penetration, the better the opportunity to eliminate postoperative infections in both cataract and refractive surgery. In corneal refractive surgery, tack of cytotoxicity is extremely important to vision recovery and a good overall outcome. Any time the epithelium is damaged, there is greater antibiotic penetration. The practice of frequent dosing in the early postcataract-surgery period may cause toxicity and lead to delayed wound healing by several hours, possibly increasing the risk of endophthalmitis rather than reducing it.

Reports on the importance of a clear and up-front manner of conveying information to refractive surgery candidates to preoperative informed consent. Ways to better enhance the optical and refractive surgical activities of ones ophthalmology practice; Demographics of the potential refractive surgery patient population.

Focuses on the success rate of trabeculectomy filtration surgery in the treatment of glaucoma. Issues associated with needling for bleb; Complications associated with bleb needling; Details on the technique; Management of leaks from blebs; Information on blebitis.

The article mentions data from Great Britain's Department of Health which shows an increase in the number of urgent operations canceled by hospitals in November and first-half of December 2011.

The article reports on the role that British nurses who are surgical care practitioners or advanced scrub practitioners play in helping physicians during surgery.

The article focuses on a survey regarding the intravitreal injection technique practice patterns of retinal specialists in the U.S. The 765 respondents of the Internet-based questionnaire include members of the American Academy of Ophthalmology who are specialist in retinal and vitreous surgery. The result of the survey include dominance of using gloves and eyelid speculum when performing the procedure, the use of povidone-iodine pre-injection, and limbus as the primary site for injection.

The article announces the revelation of the working practices conducted by Optical Express Ltd. concerning its refractive surgery competitors in a supplement published in the July issue of the "Journal of Refractive Surgery" in Great Britain. According to the article, the supplements contains topics that details the company's practices, reseach outcomes, and patient satisfaction. It also depicts biostatistical analysis as well as patient selection methods.

The article focuses on a one page surgical checklist for perioperative services designed by the World Health Organization and adopted by the International Federation of Perioperative Nurses. The checklist is to be implemented in Great Britain by February 2009. The author claims the checklist will improve teamwork and decrease problems associated with surgical procedures.

The article discusses a best practice statement regarding cryosurgery as a primary treatment option, issued by the American Urological Association in 2008. Included in the recommendations are procedure requirements for maximum efficacy in tissue freeze rate, temperature monitoring, nadir temperature, thaw rate and freeze cycles. When selecting patients eligible for cryosurgery, it is advised that gland volume, lymph node dissection and comorbidities should be considered.

The article reports on the findings of a study which explores how practices in Iselin, New Jersey can increase their efficiency. Results showed that built-in efficiencies ensure quality surgeries in high-volume practices while operating room set-up, surgical techniques and staffing decisions contribute to success. Further information on the trials conducted is provided.

The article focuses on the utilization of inappropriate modifiers which may result in auditing and billing anxieties in the practice of ophthalmology. According to E. Ann Rose, president and proprietor of Rose & Associates Health Care Consultants in Texas, the misuse of Modifier 24 is one of the biggest problems in the medical practice. She hints to use Modifier 24 in office visits concerning surgery complications. She suggests not to use Modifier 25 for minor surgeries.

An interview with cataract surgeon Mark Westcott is presented. He relates that he spends Friday mornings at Saint Bartholomew's and Royal London Hospitals in England in which several Bangladeshis are on his patient list. He notes that the profession can be rewarding in the sense that he can make a difference in people's lives. He recalls how he helped a former explosive expert who had shrapnel injury to his eye return to competitive flying.

The article presents the author's advice on how to treat bomb victims that required surgical medication. She said that it is necessary for the recovery staff to set up a satellite care unit in one of the recovery place in preparation for the arrival of the victims. Every theater must be prepared for limb and abdominal surgery with an exact amount of hydrogen peroxide and saline solution for the cleaning of wounds.

Reports on the signing of a rule by Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry that confirms the state's current scope of optometric practice and defines permissible optometric surgical procedures. Deliberation of the ability of optometrists to perform surgery; Changes to the scope of practice for optometry; Provision of quality eye health care in the state.

Focuses on the significance of the hybrid role of surgical practitioner to the nursing practice in Great Britain. Details on the career opportunities for nurses; Access of nurses to the degree courses to become surgical practitioners; Benefits of the role to nurses and health professionals who want to stay in clinical practice.

Reports on the operations of a surgery practice in Great Britain where nurses employ general practitioners. Role of the nurses in employing physicians, managing finances and choosing the appropriate health service; Patient satisfaction; Implications for nursing and medical practice.

Focuses on the increasing demand for surgery in the ophthalmology practice. Performance of surgery on older adults; Development of an effective ways to address the medical and surgical needs of older adults; Establishment of a profile of age-specific rates of surgical use.

Focuses on the integration of RefractiveWare software program in the refractive practice of surgeons in the U.S. Application of the software program to keep track of surgery prospects; Management of patient charts and outcomes information; Difference between RefractiveWare and off-the-shelf software.

Presents letters to the editor published in the February 2001 issue of the periodical 'Review of Ophthalmology,' related to the practice of surgery and surgeons in the United States. Reaction to the editorial on LASIK confusion in the October 2000 issue of the periodical; Reaction to an article on unhappy patients in the September 2000 issue of the periodical.

Reports that Florida's Board of Medicine banned some office-based procedures after five people died in a four-month period. Number of cosmetic surgery patients who died; Information on the moratorium on procedures issued by the state board.

Presents ophthalmology professor Marguerite McDonald's warning concerning the screening of patients in ophthalmology practice. Challenges of building a refractive surgery practice; Observation of patients' manner of dress, companions and waiting room behavior; Characteristics of patients to be avoided include the need to be center of attention and combative behavior; Importance of thorough medical and personal history.