How I wish every doctor spoke like Dr. Wong! He is obviously friendly and compassionate with a twinkle of humor in his eyes. I am very grateful for this video as I am possibly facing cataract surgery.
I just had refractive lens replacement on my right eye yesterday. The Lens is a PanOptix Multifocal lens. Yesterday everything was very blurry and my eyes were still dilated a lot. Today my vision was 20/20 with my follow up, but still blurry. As the day went on, my vision has gotten better. Right now my vision is around 95% clear - I can see everything but still a bit blurry. Zero pain, eyes are not dry, no itching, and procedure was painless. I am going in next week for my left eye. With the PanOptix I can see close, mid, and far with no more glasses - ever. So far I am very happy. When my vision clears up I will be so happy! Thanks for all of your amazing videos - they have helped so much!
@@chunwong1116 I had the Clareon PanOptix Multifocal done 2 days ago in my right eye. I have some minor halos from headlights and stoplights but they are symmetrical/cool/neat looking like something in a video game🙂
If I may ask: Would you be able to explain how the PanOptix Multifocal lens works and what advantage does it offer? Finally 2 very personal questions: At what age did you undergo surgery, what was the cost (I assume $US)? I am about to commence my journey of testing and having cataract surgery - LASIK served a purpose for 18 years achieving quite successfully mono vision (takes time and patience to reprogram the brain for acceptance). I am looking (pun unintended) at all possible options for improved vision and maybe stereo vision.
Excellent video. This should be mandatory viewing for anyone considering cataract surgery. Good way to ease a lot of peoples anxiety, including my own. Thank you.
I had cataract surgery one month ago with one eye and two weeks with the other. The surgery went well. I can now see without glasses. Dryness is a concern. My complaint is the lack of communication and information concerning the aftercare. I learned more from your video than what I received.
Thank you Dr. Wong. I was scared and anxious before my cataract surgery. After watching your video my fears were greatly reduced. Although I went to a different doctor the procedures were almost exactly as you described. My anxiety levels were way down thanks to you. I really appreciate your excellent videos.
Brother, you covered everything clearly and meticulously, with perfect graphics, charts, and charismatic scenes: pull-ups, sitting as a patient in chair, and your black & white avatar looks like a boxer about to fight. Excellent coverage of everything. I just watched some of your vids because I’m going to need the cataract surgery, at 66 now.
I wish I would have seen this before I had my cataract surgery two days ago. The instructions I was given along with the written papers or somewhat confusing but this was so clear and to the point I think this video should be shown in every waiting room so that patients get the straight information and they get it clearly. If you go in and have your cataract removed and you have any kind of problem like mine was then you're not feeling so great when you come out and you're not listening to everything that's been told to you but you because you've got a little pain going on there. This was phenomenal thank you
Exactly right on had mine done now so many problems, headaches, pressure behind eyes, see lenses all the time. They are just making money its a cataract factory, don't be fooled they don't tell you any of the bad things that can happen to you. Don't do it it's a scam
Thank for this.I wish I had watched this earlier.Recovering from cataract surgery done yesterday but was not given any pre operation teaching and post care.I am learning everything now.
I live in the UK, and last May had cataracts removed plus lens implanted on the NHS. After wearing glasses for chronic short-sightedness for fifty+ years, I have better sight than ever, and only use glasses for reading. The painless procedure took two hours, and after tea and biscuits went home wearing eye shields, removed the next day. I used eye drops for four weeks. Funny that clothes bought in recent years aren't the colour I thought they were!
Hi hi, I was born with cataracts and finally got the cataract in my right eye removed after 24 years. I was so scared but the surgery was so quick and easy and I haven’t felt any pain! But WOWOWOW for the first time in my life I can see COLOR!! Blues and reds are very impressive. My vision is so much clearer than it has ever been. I’m super happy and can’t wait to get my other eye done now!
How can you read with or without eye glasses?and which brand they install in your eyes I cannot read with the cataract removed eye I still use the nonn operated eye even I can see a little
Dear Dr. Wong, I had laser cataract surgery in Canada four days ago. Although I was given instructions about the things I could and could not do, your video clarified so many things for me and reassured me in so many ways. I was grateful to find you on youtube and have watched your video twice now. Thank you so much for your clear and concise language and direction and descriptions.
I'm having cataract surgery early tomorrow and by watching your videos makes me understand the process and makes me more comfortable, thank you Dr. Wong!
Thanks a million for this video! I have been terrified of having cataract surgery and have put it off for 3 years. Thank you for speaking in everyday terms so we understand ! This is a MUST WATCH VIDEO!
I went with monofocal lens. Night driving (age 72) good dim light vision and great contrast and distance sharpness was more important to me than getting rid of readers. There are negatives to all multi-focal lenses.
I had the Clareon PanOptix Multifocal done 2 days ago in my right eye. I have some minor halos from headlights and stop lights but they are symmetrical/cool/neat looking like something from a video game. Don't think these halos will bother me much even If they never go away. They're nothing like the weird asymmetrical distortions and weird ghosting and/or double/x6 vision of LEDs and stoplights I had before surgery. So far so good. No pain. Very minor blur and flickering currently but I expect that to go away. I could read the smallest, crazy small print on a cardboard eye card test the day after surgery, yesterday. (Computer and phone are harder to view due to lighting) Old plasma TV looks great though! Left eye will be done 2 weeks from now. When I compare my left and right eyes, colors are significantly, radically brighter/better/normal/correct with the new lens. In particular, my WHITE refrigerator is pure white again (not eggshell white or light tan/beige white) and my RED Ford truck has probably bumped up 10 or 12 shades on the visible color spectrum.😀
I had RLE (refractive lens exchange) two weeks ago. This surgery was to correct my vision & now I will never get cataracts. Best surgery ever! I can see the smallest print now…no more reader glasses! I’m thrilled with my outcome & have told everyone about it.
This presentation by Dr. Wong is phenomenal. He is reassuring and clearly explains every phase of the cataract surgery process. So comprehensive and easy to understand by a layperson. I am three days post op from one eye done now and the other eye scheduled in two weeks. My eye care and surgery is in Charlottesville VA. I'm 82 years old and look forward to more years of better vision. I only wish that I had gone through with this amazing surgery years ago when my ophthalmologist suggested it. Good luck to all who are thinking of getting this care and for those who are currently experiencing this procedure. Thank you, Dr. Wong, for your magnificent coverage of this timely topic! Joanne H in Nellysford, VA
Just had my right eye done by Dr Chan here in Perth, Australia. Amazing care and professionalism. The day after surgery, my sight is laser sharp. Cannot wait to get left eye done in 2 weeks.
Also I. Perth, Australia and Dr Chan just did my right eye and will do the left early Jan. He is a fabulous surgeon and such a really nice guy. All free under Medicare. I can’t believe the difference it has made to my vision. Day after surgery they said I had 6/6 vision (or 20/20) in that eye. Can’t wait for January😊
Thank you so much for this. I am a 58 year old female, live in South Africa and have cataracts in both eyes, the right much worse than the left. I have to go through our State hospital for surgery and have been told that my surgery is only scheduled for next year, September 2023, because of the fact that Covid put a spanner in the works for operations and only the most urgent are currently being done. I am so glad that I have seen your video and now know what to expect before and after, because I am pretty sure that I will not be told even half of what you have spoken about. The opthalmologist even said that they inject local anaesthetic into the lower eye, and don't use anaesthetic drops. And I probably won't be given even half the care and information that you provide.
I had my right eye done a few days ago and I'm already very impressed with the difference. The procedure was easy with little discomfort. They can sedate you if you like, but I didn't need it.
I just had my cataract surgery in one eye, and I totally agree. There is no communication for such a major surgery. There is no excuse for that they act like they don’t have time to answer any questions. Pretty sad.
Hi, I just had surgery 3 days ago. I have a wonderful doctor that explained as well as the Doctor. My concern is shampooing my hair. How did you handle washing your hair? I hope all is well with you.
@@kathydavies1760 I hope all went well with your surgery to answer your question, I was concerned about that also so I went to a beauty parlor and had them wash my hair because I knew it wouldn’t get water in my eyes
Cataract surgery is not a major surgery it’s not like an organ transplant it’s not like removing a kidney it’s not like a hysterectomy it is not major surgery
21:35 Dr Wong, I am from India. I just went through a clear lens extraction surgery in both eyes and your video helped calm me and answered a lot of doubts both before and after the surgery. It is a week now and everything seems to be just fine. Thank you for your guidance!
Yes, thank you for explaining all aspects of the surgery, the medication, what to expect and how to wear the eye shield. Your expertise and detailed explanations are much appreciated.
Dr Wong just watching this video has removed much of my apprehension and anxiety with my upcoming cataract surgeries in June 2022. I shall be meeting with my surgeon on May 10, 2022 for my "pre op" consultation in Prescott, AZ. I understand I shall be receiving an IV mild sedative of Versed to bring calmness, never had that previously, perhaps the Valium is a better choice? I am so very impressed with your videos Dr Wong. Your videos offer so much information and explanations of the cataract procedures. I was told "no lifting from the waist, bending, cooking, no water on my face, etc." Now after hearing your video (upgraded information from former restrictions) I feel much more relaxed referencing potential restrictions. Living alone some restrictions are not optimally a "good thing." I also prefer to have the eyedrops PMB rather than the Injectable end of surgery? I do use the Systane Hydration PF daily now for the dry eye. Thank you Dr Wong this video is absolutely fantastic, exceptionally informative. This is my 3rd viewing. If I lived in the Austin area I would have utilized your care. Will be reviewing this video again I am sure. This updated video should be viewed by any/all patients scheduled for cataract surgery.
I agree. I just had my first eye done today and learned si much about what went on and what to expect by watching this video. Praying for a great post op check tomorrow. Right now, 13 hrs post surgery, I still have some burning and my vision is blurry. Hopefully that's better by morning. My surgeon waa pretty thorough In explaining things, but I honestly don't even remember seeing him today, probably because of the sedative injection. I remember absolutely nothing about the surgery except talking to nurses, and knowing how I react to sedative meds, I probably talked the entire time. Meds like that make me talk, talk. Talk.
Thank you for this video, Dr. Wong. I had my frist cataract surgery yesterday and had a good result on my followup, but I've had many questions about exactly how important the precautions were. You've clarified that greatly, and I feel much better now.
Wow… I just had cataract surgery on one eye.. my surgeon very cautious (not mad about that), but this video really answered questions I forget to ask my own dr. Thank you!!
Dr Wong I watched your videos of cataract surgery and love your professional expertise on how well you treat and talk to you pt during surgery. I love the idea that you don't us IV sedation just valium and eye drops. I will be making an appointment to drive up to Austin from San Antonio for cataract consultation. My daughter is Optometrist and recommend you for me. She will be coming with me
thank you so much, Today after my surgery the nurse gave me an eye patch with no tape and did not explain how to put it on my eye. Your explanations are perfect. Very well done.
I'm very happy to say that my first cataract surgery, done yesterday (Sept. 16, 2022), went very smoothly---and the ophthalmic surgeon, because he's servicing an area that isn't known for wealth, charges only $1,475 per eye, of which 80% is covered by my primary health insurance, and then some of it by my secondary insurance. Next surgery is in two months, and I'm looking forward to having full, clear vision once again, without having had to break the bank.
Dr, thank you for this wonderful teaching. I don’t feel as worried as I did. You clearly went to a great deal of effort with compiling and filming this. You have made this crystal clear and I’m very grateful.
North bay eye in Northern California Doctor Saidel is amazing ! I’m 71 and love my tecnis toric Eyhance JJ on my right eye I had 20/100 , not any more ! I can wait awhile to do my left eye - they use combo eye drops also before and after sugery - they use a cotton quaze and high quality eye patch right after sugery and then the next morning doctor visit they remove the patch , I have no dry eyes ! No redness ! Clear vision ! I’m amazed how science allows vision to be restored ~
I am having my glaucoma (GATT) and cataract surgery next week, and this video gave me good idea on what to expect. I just wish my doctor were like you!
Thank you very much for this video. I've just been told I need cataract surgery on both eyes so I was nervous. This was so comprehensive it helps a lot.
What a great straight forward video. Just discovered that my cataracts are starting to affect my vision. I know now that I'm a candidate for the surgery. This video helped take the edge off that future experience.
I just had my right eye cataract surgery in Canada; what Do's and Don'ts before and after; what to expect during the surgery, as explained by Dr Shannon Wong in this video do affirm what my doctor explained... very satisfying and aloquent.
I'm in another state and not ready for surgery yet, but I really do feel so very informed about the entire process just from your video. I'm grateful that you did this!
Expert, crystal-clear communication covering the many concerns patients experience - definitely spoken by someone quite experienced in hearing patients' concerns/questions. Thanks so much for covering so many patient concerns so concisely and with an obvious level of compassion for the worried patient so dependent upon vision for daily life.
Sadly, they do not prescribe pre op Valium in UK. UNFORTUNATELY, I felt pain during the procedure, the Dr immediately put more drops in to numb my eyeball, but this has made me very nervous of having the second eye surgery.
Excellent review. I had toric lenses implanted during my surgeries and can now see 20/20, despite spending years with a 6 diopter cylinder for astigmatism. I use reading glasses, but am now perfect for distance vision. No pain...and much gain.
I had a toric IOL lens put in 5 days ago and I cannot see as well out of that eye now? How long before you could see well again? I am not going to get my other eye done unless this one gets better as I paid a lot of money it seems to make my vision worse.
Did Dctr prescribe prednisolone eye drops? Mine just put it in day if surgery then same day right after the post Eye Dctr said..I just needed tear drops.
Thank you, Dr Wong, for explaining things so well. Thank you for the excellent demonstration and explanation to putting in eye drops, especially things I had wondered. I have had my first cataract done by an excellent medical team here in Australia 4 days ago.
Big difference from how cataract surgery was many years ago. I had a friend who had cataract surgery in the early '70s and she had to stay in the hospital with her head between sandbags to keep her from moving it. Can't recall how long they kept her like that but it was quite an experience.
Wish I saw this video before my first eye was done, you cover the concerns I had at my 1 week check. finally eye is getting less blurry and able to see more each day. Getting ready for right eye on April 9,2024, less concerned for 2 nd eye.
Not happy have to go in for a YAG CAPSOLOTOMY ON 6/27/2024 & July 2,2024 and have to pay an extra 650.00 for them to try and fix my Cataract/ lens replacement surgery….
I'm have surgery in about a week for cardiac. I've watched 2 of your videos. It explains a lot and I feel so much better about having it done. 😊 ❤❤❤❤ Thanks.
I had lasik cataract surgery 1 1/2 years ago. I had extreme astigmatism in my left eye, so I had it done first. I had the right eye done one week later. I Ontario Canada, lasik isn't covered by our provincial health insurance. I had made an appointment to see a traditional surgeon, and it would have been 6 month wait for a consultation and probably 6 months to 12 months after the consult for surgery. My Optometrist suggested trying to contact the Lasix clinic. I had a consultation appointment 1 week later, and surgery 2 weeks after that. I was honestly a miracle for me. I had been wearing glasses since I was 8 years old for amblyopia. Now I have 20/20 distance vision and wear reading glasses. I was so happy to pay the cost of the lasix. I realize that not everyone can afford it, but highly recommend to those who can. Excellent presentation.
Hi Doc. Just the right time you posted - as my mother in Malaysia may be going for a cataract surgery for one of her eyes. I am posting this from South Florida. Can you also post on what questions to ask the eye surgeon?. Thank you Doc. One point I would like to highlight, to get your site popular you need to start adding tags #. Whosoever helping you post your videos on UA-cam please mention this to them. You have wealth of information in this clip.
Oh My, Gosh!!!! I just had my 2nd surgery and Dr Wong you were awesome. I will share this with my sister and friend, who are skeptical about having cataract surgery. Thank You 🙌🏽👏🏾🙌🏽👏🏾🙌🏽
I'm glad to know those painful anesthetic needles are no longer needed. I had a cataract removed from my right eye in 1980 and when they stuck those needles in behind my eye, it was extremely painful. Artificial lenses were fairly new at the time, and not many places did that, so I went 10 years using contacts in that eye. In 1990, I finally got the implant, but they still used those painful needles to deaden the eyelid, and whatever moves the eyeball. Now, I have one developing in my other eye, so am happy to hear it will be much less painful when the time comes. Btw, I was never nervous or apprehensive about the surgery, only the damn needles.
Just had my 2nd eye done with the Bausch and lomb mx60E intraocular implant this afternoon. It was painless procedure that was about 18 mins. I did get a half dose of ativan which was helpful. My other eye was successfully done last month and I have clear 20.20 vision so am super pleased. Now to have reading glasses in all corners of my home!
Learned a ton watching Dr. Wong before I had lens replacement surgery. I'm 10 months post surgery and could not be more satisfied. I'm 58, and had mild cataracts but they were in the center of my field of view. Driving at night became dangerous-the glare from oncoming cars headlights was unbearable. I also always had to wear readers for reading my phone or computer, etc. I chose to have the Vivity lens in both of my eyes. My vision is spectacular. I see amazingly better at night, no glares from oncoming headlights, and my vision is super sharp. I have readers but go weeks without using them. I only need them to read the tiniest of print (like a prescription bottle font). I had lasik when I was 36, and that helped distance vision but for reading, forget it, I couldn't read anything without readers after I turned 45. Do your homework, and you'll know which option you should go with.
I’m 58 , will turn 59 in a couple months , I have exactly what you have described, I am also going with the Vivity lens , I can only hope mine turns out as well as yours , my surgery will be mid Dec due to my work schedule, I’m so excited to get rid of glasses , I can live with readers no and again , thanks for sharing your experience, it gives us older Gen X ‘s hope 😎
Your video was excellently done and removed a lot of my fear about my upcoming surgery. All doctors should recommend your video before surgery and make it available after surgery. Thank you for making this video for us as well as your patients.😊
Thank you this was excellent. Last week I had Macular Hole surgery. I’m I quite aware a cataract will form in due course. Thus I’m already studying up on cataract information. I’m a person that adheres to the more you know… It helps alleviate any anxiety or anxiousness in most cases. You covered things very well at a nice pace also.
Thanks for the whole video. The part about putting in eye drops, at 8:40 - really useful. I'm one of the people who used to get 3 or 4 drops on the cheek before getting one in the eye.
What a wonderful, compassionate doctor who explains everything you need to know and want to know about the cataract surgery experience in layperson terms. Much appreciated Dr. Wong. 😊👍
I was freaking after cataract surgery, i was told 'don't bend, reach or do housework' but you say ' no, just don't rub or squeeze your eye' that's much less depressing. Thanks and grazie!
Thank you so much for being so informative I am about to have the surgery in a few weeks and hearing what you said has made me less nervous. God bless.
Thank you. I'm having lens replacement surgery tomorrow for my left eye. After watching your video, i'm not feeling anxiety about the surgery. And know what to expect during and after the surgery. Your video is super useful and how it was delivered so calmly allaying fears of the patient is just awesome. Thanks a lot.😀
I had cataract surgery last aug 10 and my doctor gave me 3 kinds of eye drops and I used them until aug 31 coz my doctor said to stop.But last sept 5 my right eye became reddish and watery until now and Im so lucky to watch ur video and I put one drop prednisone into my right eye....thank u so much dr wong!
I wish my eye clinic had been this clear.... I was told NOTHING about artificial tears. This would have been helpful today as my eye burned and felt scratched from being dry. I didn't get a Valium so there was no reaction or wearing off of that. Also I was told no food or drink 12 hours before surgery. My surgery was at 10:30 am so I was really hungry by the time I got home.
The worst part for me actually was 4...yes 4 nurses trying to put in an IV.. I am very very bruised and sore.the first 3 nurses jabbed me 6-7 times.. I ended up with blown veins etc. I asked for them to get another nurse and I said, 1 try and if you don’t get it, I’m getting dressed and leaving. She got it 😊 I had told my nurse where the easiest spot was when I had IVs before. The fourth nurse listened to me and got the IV in on the first try
I remember being with my son and daughter-in-law when nurses were trying to put an IV in my five or six week old grandson. He was screaming and they kept trying. I finally said "STOP! How many times have you worked on an infant?" Zero was the answer. I said you need to go get someone who has experience with infants. In the meantime my grandson calmed down. The next person got it quickly with zero crying.
Thanks, it helped me to know what to expect, I'm eighty years old and have been told I need cataract surgery. I've had my first consultation with my surgeon, so your video helps me to know what to expect.
Had my Cataract surgery about 1 1/2 months ago and only saw your review today. Great presentation and very informative, wish I'd seen this before my surgery. At least now I know it was Valium that was given to me prior to the surgery, always wondered what that was. When I was waiting for my surgery, I felt a sudden spike in my anxiety levels, it was so bad I found it hard to breath, thank goodness for the valium effects kicking in I guess. Also the 1st night after the surgery, I did not wear that protection cap cause it felt too rigid and uncomfortable, wish I had now.
Thank you for this! I'm 52, and went in for my Lasik consultation the other day. It was found that I have the beginnings of cataracts, and because my night vision is blurry, my doctor said I qualify for cataract surgery. I get the first eye done in 3 weeks, followed by the second in 4 weeks. I'm nervous about permanent dry eye, and decreases night vision. I am excited about the corrective lens I choose - fixing my nearsightedness, and astigmatism.
This is the best pre- and post-cataract surgery video you will ever need. The only thing missing is a link to where to buy that sweet, magnificent video screen in the background!
I had cataract surgery 7 weeks ago and woke up one morning with blurred vision. Checked it out and I have macular edema' I am now on prednisone acetate 4x a day and hoping for a good out come. Thank you for the video, it has helped me feel more confident with the prognosis. By the way, I had it done with lasar and I am now
I was just scheduled for Cataract surgery and waiting to know what day...Did a search on 'Cataract surgery' and your video came up..Thank you for the info..Makes me feel a little bit better about it..
I had no eyedrops last year when I had my surgery in FL, and no valium ahead of time, because they wanted patients to be awake to look directly into that awful, extremely bright light when the surgeon barked at me to do so. That bright light was the WORST part of the op and was very difficult for me. Glad it's over.
Excellent video, thanks Dr. Wong! I watched this AFTER I had the cataract surgery on both of my eyes. Your rules are much less strict than those of my surgeon! I was told to consume nothing but a cup or two of water after midnight the night before my surgery. I was instructed not to remove the eye shield he put on my eye, until my post-op visit the next morning. I was also told not to wash my own hair for a few days, unless someone else did it for me. I was told to keep using the drops with the Prednisolone and the 2 other meds 3x a day until the bottle is empty. (I was given a second bottle when i had the other eye done.) He also told me to wear the eye shield when I go to bed at night, for one week, “no exceptions!” I didn’t realize that i should have worn the shield when I took an afternoon nap! I did rub my eye a little bit, but i stopped as soon as i realized I was doing that no-no! Fortunately, no harm was done (he has checked my eyes since I did that.) I’m so glad that the surgeries are done and over with, and as you said, it was really nothing to be nervous about! (I wasn’t that nervous! Honest! I trust my surgeon. He has been my ophthalmologist for almost 6 years.). I had severe astigmatism and now I have Toric lenses in both eyes, and 20/20 vision for distance! I love that! 😊
Finally a doctor with layperson conversational skills and a great way of explaining the process. Thank you!!!
I'm having cataract surgery shortly, so I really appreciate your information.
How I wish every doctor spoke like Dr. Wong! He is obviously friendly and compassionate with a twinkle of humor in his eyes. I am very grateful for this video as I am possibly facing cataract surgery.
He has enlightened me...and that's rare
I just had refractive lens replacement on my right eye yesterday. The Lens is a PanOptix Multifocal lens. Yesterday everything was very blurry and my eyes were still dilated a lot. Today my vision was 20/20 with my follow up, but still blurry. As the day went on, my vision has gotten better. Right now my vision is around 95% clear - I can see everything but still a bit blurry. Zero pain, eyes are not dry, no itching, and procedure was painless. I am going in next week for my left eye. With the PanOptix I can see close, mid, and far with no more glasses - ever. So far I am very happy. When my vision clears up I will be so happy! Thanks for all of your amazing videos - they have helped so much!
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@@chunwong1116 I had the Clareon PanOptix Multifocal done 2 days ago in my right eye. I have some minor halos from headlights and stoplights but they are symmetrical/cool/neat looking like something in a video game🙂
If I may ask: Would you be able to explain how the PanOptix Multifocal lens works and what advantage does it offer?
Finally 2 very personal questions: At what age did you undergo surgery, what was the cost (I assume $US)?
I am about to commence my journey of testing and having cataract surgery - LASIK served a purpose for 18 years achieving quite successfully mono vision (takes time and patience to reprogram the brain for acceptance). I am looking (pun unintended) at all possible options for improved vision and maybe stereo vision.
Excellent video. This should be mandatory viewing for anyone considering cataract surgery. Good way to ease a lot of peoples anxiety, including my own. Thank you.
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I had cataract surgery one month ago with one eye and two weeks with the other. The surgery went well. I can now see without glasses. Dryness is a concern. My complaint is the lack of communication and information concerning the aftercare. I learned more from your video than what I received.
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I just had it 6 days ago and I can see the edge of the lens at times during the day, I hope this normal..
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I love doctors like this that makes you feel good and calm about surgery. Very good bed side manner. Your encouraging words help so many.
Thank you Dr. Wong. I was scared and anxious before my cataract surgery. After watching your video my fears were greatly reduced. Although I went to a different doctor the procedures were almost exactly as you described. My anxiety levels were way down thanks to you. I really appreciate your excellent videos.
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Brother, you covered everything clearly and meticulously, with perfect graphics, charts, and charismatic scenes: pull-ups, sitting as a patient in chair, and your black & white avatar looks like a boxer about to fight. Excellent coverage of everything. I just watched some of your vids because I’m going to need the cataract surgery, at 66 now.
I wish I would have seen this before I had my cataract surgery two days ago. The instructions I was given along with the written papers or somewhat confusing but this was so clear and to the point I think this video should be shown in every waiting room so that patients get the straight information and they get it clearly. If you go in and have your cataract removed and you have any kind of problem like mine was then you're not feeling so great when you come out and you're not listening to everything that's been told to you but you because you've got a little pain going on there.
This was phenomenal thank you
Exactly right on had mine done now so many problems, headaches, pressure behind eyes, see lenses all the time. They are just making money its a cataract factory, don't be fooled they don't tell you any of the bad things that can happen to you. Don't do it it's a scam
I had cataract surgery 6 days ago. Dr. Wong has been so informative about the do's and don'ts after surgery.
Do you recommend two weeks between two cataract surgeries?
What is premium lens surgery?
Thank for this.I wish I had watched this earlier.Recovering from cataract surgery done yesterday but was not given any pre operation teaching and post care.I am learning everything now.
You explained all the expectancy after cataract surgery better than other surgeons!
I live in the UK, and last May had cataracts removed plus lens implanted on the NHS. After wearing glasses for chronic short-sightedness for fifty+ years, I have better sight than ever, and only use glasses for reading. The painless procedure took two hours, and after tea and biscuits went home wearing eye shields, removed the next day. I used eye drops for four weeks. Funny that clothes bought in recent years aren't the colour I thought they were!
That's exactly what I experienced ❤. No more glasses other than for reading. The colours are so 🌞. Even the colour of my car looks bright.
Hi hi, I was born with cataracts and finally got the cataract in my right eye removed after 24 years. I was so scared but the surgery was so quick and easy and I haven’t felt any pain! But WOWOWOW for the first time in my life I can see COLOR!! Blues and reds are very impressive. My vision is so much clearer than it has ever been. I’m super happy and can’t wait to get my other eye done now!
Same here
How can you read with or without eye glasses?and which brand they install in your eyes I cannot read with the cataract removed eye I still use the nonn operated eye even I can see a little
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Thanks very much
Dear Dr. Wong, I had laser cataract surgery in Canada four days ago. Although I was given instructions about the things I could and could not do, your video clarified so many things for me and reassured me in so many ways. I was grateful to find you on youtube and have watched your video twice now. Thank you so much for your clear and concise language and direction and descriptions.
I'm having cataract surgery early tomorrow and by watching your videos makes me understand the process and makes me more comfortable, thank you Dr. Wong!
Make sure they put the correct lens in.
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Thanks a million for this video! I have been terrified of having cataract surgery and have put it off for 3 years. Thank you for speaking in everyday terms so we understand ! This is a MUST WATCH VIDEO!
I went with monofocal lens. Night driving (age 72) good dim light vision and great contrast and distance sharpness was more important to me than getting rid of readers. There are negatives to all multi-focal lenses.
But are you doing good with the astigmatism if you have? Are you having reading glasses. Thank you
@@bambinitoable I don't have astigmatism. I do use reading glasses but that doesn't bother me. I wanted the sharpest distance vision and contrast.
I had the Clareon PanOptix Multifocal done 2 days ago in my right eye. I have some minor halos from headlights and stop lights but they are symmetrical/cool/neat looking like something from a video game. Don't think these halos will bother me much even If they never go away. They're nothing like the weird asymmetrical distortions and weird ghosting and/or double/x6 vision of LEDs and stoplights I had before surgery. So far so good. No pain. Very minor blur and flickering currently but I expect that to go away. I could read the smallest, crazy small print on a cardboard eye card test the day after surgery, yesterday. (Computer and phone are harder to view due to lighting) Old plasma TV looks great though! Left eye will be done 2 weeks from now. When I compare my left and right eyes, colors are significantly, radically brighter/better/normal/correct with the new lens. In particular, my WHITE refrigerator is pure white again (not eggshell white or light tan/beige white) and my RED Ford truck has probably bumped up 10 or 12 shades on the visible color spectrum.😀
I had RLE (refractive lens exchange) two weeks ago. This surgery was to correct my vision & now I will never get cataracts. Best surgery ever! I can see the smallest print now…no more reader glasses! I’m thrilled with my outcome & have told everyone about it.
What iol did you use?
Yes doctor it was very, very informative and gentle and kind. It’s rare to get someone so nice that genuine and professional. Thank you.
This presentation by Dr. Wong is phenomenal. He is reassuring and clearly explains every phase of the cataract surgery process. So comprehensive and easy to understand by a layperson.
I am three days post op from one eye done now and the other eye scheduled in two weeks. My eye care and surgery is in Charlottesville VA.
I'm 82 years old and look forward to more years of better vision. I only wish that I had gone through with this amazing surgery years ago when my ophthalmologist suggested it. Good luck to all who are thinking of getting this care and for those who are currently experiencing this procedure.
Thank you, Dr. Wong, for your magnificent coverage of this timely topic! Joanne H in Nellysford, VA
Joanne, Thank you so much for taking the time to watch this video and for your kind comments. Wishing you the very best!
Just had my right eye done by Dr Chan here in Perth, Australia. Amazing care and professionalism. The day after surgery, my sight is laser sharp. Cannot wait to get left eye done in 2 weeks.
Where did you have this procedure done
Also I. Perth, Australia and Dr Chan just did my right eye and will do the left early Jan. He is a fabulous surgeon and such a really nice guy.
All free under Medicare.
I can’t believe the difference it has made to my vision. Day after surgery they said I had 6/6 vision (or 20/20) in that eye.
Can’t wait for January😊
Thank you so much for this. I am a 58 year old female, live in South Africa and have cataracts in both eyes, the right much worse than the left. I have to go through our State hospital for surgery and have been told that my surgery is only scheduled for next year, September 2023, because of the fact that Covid put a spanner in the works for operations and only the most urgent are currently being done. I am so glad that I have seen your video and now know what to expect before and after, because I am pretty sure that I will not be told even half of what you have spoken about. The opthalmologist even said that they inject local anaesthetic into the lower eye, and don't use anaesthetic drops. And I probably won't be given even half the care and information that you provide.
I’m ex sa living in nz just had surgery had only local I wish I had watched this video first
I had my right eye done a few days ago and I'm already very impressed with the difference. The procedure was easy with little discomfort. They can sedate you if you like, but I didn't need it.
I just had my cataract surgery in one eye, and I totally agree. There is no communication for such a major surgery. There is no excuse for that they act like they don’t have time to answer any questions. Pretty sad.
Hi, I just had surgery 3 days ago. I have a wonderful doctor that explained as well as the Doctor.
My concern is shampooing my hair. How did you handle washing your hair? I hope all is well with you.
@@kathydavies1760 I hope all went well with your surgery to answer your question, I was concerned about that also so I went to a beauty parlor and had them wash my hair because I knew it wouldn’t get water in my eyes
Cataract surgery is not a major surgery it’s not like an organ transplant it’s not like removing a kidney it’s not like a hysterectomy it is not major surgery
21:35 Dr Wong, I am from India. I just went through a clear lens extraction surgery in both eyes and your video helped calm me and answered a lot of doubts both before and after the surgery. It is a week now and everything seems to be just fine. Thank you for your guidance!
Hi,which lense did u choose?
@@bintehawwa5996 vivity ..edof
Excellent presentation and explanation of cataract surgery. I have had cataract surgery on the left eye thus far. Hope all goes well from this point.
Yes, thank you for explaining all aspects of the surgery, the medication, what to expect and how to wear the eye shield. Your expertise and detailed explanations are much appreciated.
No pain or scatchy feeling after a few hours. It’s just amazing.
No joke ! My Dr didn't tell me squat!
Thanks Dr Wong...appreciate the info !!!!
Dr Wong just watching this video has removed much of my apprehension and anxiety with my upcoming cataract surgeries in June 2022. I shall be meeting with my surgeon on May 10, 2022 for my "pre op" consultation in Prescott, AZ. I understand I shall be receiving an IV mild sedative of Versed to bring calmness, never had that previously, perhaps the Valium is a better choice? I am so very impressed with your videos Dr Wong. Your videos offer so much information and explanations of the cataract procedures. I was told "no lifting from the waist, bending, cooking, no water on my face, etc." Now after hearing your video (upgraded information from former restrictions) I feel much more relaxed referencing potential restrictions. Living alone some restrictions are not optimally a "good thing." I also prefer to have the eyedrops PMB rather than the Injectable end of surgery? I do use the Systane Hydration PF daily now for the dry eye. Thank you Dr Wong this video is absolutely fantastic, exceptionally informative. This is my 3rd viewing. If I lived in the Austin area I would have utilized your care. Will be reviewing this video again I am sure. This updated video should be viewed by any/all patients scheduled for cataract surgery.
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@@violetlindo1915 I am sorry Violet I was unable to read your reply? I just saw 4A?
I agree. I just had my first eye done today and learned si much about what went on and what to expect by watching this video. Praying for a great post op check tomorrow. Right now, 13 hrs post surgery, I still have some burning and my vision is blurry. Hopefully that's better by morning. My surgeon waa pretty thorough In explaining things, but I honestly don't even remember seeing him today, probably because of the sedative injection. I remember absolutely nothing about the surgery except talking to nurses, and knowing how I react to sedative meds, I probably talked the entire time. Meds like that make me talk, talk. Talk.
Thank you for this video, Dr. Wong. I had my frist cataract surgery yesterday and had a good result on my followup, but I've had many questions about exactly how important the precautions were. You've clarified that greatly, and I feel much better now.
I'm a candidate for cataract surgery. Your video was so informative and helpful! Thank you!
Wow… I just had cataract surgery on one eye.. my surgeon very cautious (not mad about that), but this video really answered questions I forget to ask my own dr. Thank you!!
Thank you Dr . Wong I am now clear about my post op care . The eye drop demo was great. I feel much better about my up coming surgery. Thanks
Dr Wong I watched your videos of cataract surgery and love your professional expertise on how well you treat and talk to you pt during surgery. I love the idea that you don't us IV sedation just valium and eye drops. I will be making an appointment to drive up to Austin from San Antonio for cataract consultation. My daughter is Optometrist and recommend you for me. She will be coming with me
Can you fix my eye
I meant can you fix my eyes please?
Very great doctor.
Omg I want IV sedation or I will freak out
thank you so much, Today after my surgery the nurse gave me an eye patch with no tape and did not explain how to put it on my eye. Your explanations are perfect. Very well done.
I just learned that between the first and the second surgery it is OK to use a contact lens in the non operative eye.
I'm very happy to say that my first cataract surgery, done yesterday (Sept. 16, 2022), went very smoothly---and the ophthalmic surgeon, because he's servicing an area that isn't known for wealth, charges only $1,475 per eye, of which 80% is covered by my primary health insurance, and then some of it by my secondary insurance.
Next surgery is in two months, and I'm looking forward to having full, clear vision once again, without having had to break the bank.
How are you now?
thank s0 must for your health and blessings xxx
Dr, thank you for this wonderful teaching. I don’t feel as worried as I did. You clearly went to a great deal of effort with compiling and filming this. You have made this crystal clear and I’m very grateful.
I've just had cataract surgery in the UK and found your videos very helpful. Thanks for posting them.
North bay eye in Northern California Doctor Saidel is amazing ! I’m 71 and love my tecnis toric Eyhance JJ on my right eye I had 20/100 , not any more ! I can wait awhile to do my left eye - they use combo eye drops also before and after sugery - they use a cotton quaze and high quality eye patch right after sugery and then the next morning doctor visit they remove the patch , I have no dry eyes ! No redness ! Clear vision !
I’m amazed how science allows vision to be restored ~
Hi. How are you doing with your vision now? Are you wearing reading the glasses. Thank you
I am having my glaucoma (GATT) and cataract surgery next week, and this video gave me good idea on what to expect. I just wish my doctor were like you!
Hi.. can you give me your feedbck with lens that you choose.. my mom is having same problm , still think which lens to choose
Thank you very much for this video. I've just been told I need cataract surgery on both eyes so I was nervous. This was so comprehensive it helps a lot.
Have been a nurse well over 40 years. This is absolutely excellent! I have sent the link to myself to listen again.
So very helpful to have such a clear step-by-step explanation - answered all my questions!
What a great straight forward video. Just discovered that my cataracts are starting to affect my vision. I know now that I'm a candidate for the surgery. This video helped take the edge off that future experience.
I just had my right eye cataract surgery in Canada; what Do's and Don'ts before and after; what to expect during the surgery, as explained by Dr Shannon Wong in this video do affirm what my doctor explained... very satisfying and aloquent.
I'm in another state and not ready for surgery yet, but I really do feel so very informed about the entire process just from your video. I'm grateful that you did this!
Expert, crystal-clear communication covering the many concerns patients experience - definitely spoken by someone quite experienced in hearing patients' concerns/questions. Thanks so much for covering so many patient concerns so concisely and with an obvious level of compassion for the worried patient so dependent upon vision for daily life.
Thank you Dr. Wong. You took a lot of stress away for me. I’m having my first eye done September 1st. Your explanation was awesome. Thank you.
Thank u Dr Wong for your informative explanation. You lessen my anxiety. Is it possible that we see again after surgery as its already in bad state
I had my 2nd cataract surgery today. With the administration of Valium prior & during surgery was a breeze. There’s nothing to worry about- 🎉🎉.
Thanks
Sadly, they do not prescribe pre op Valium in UK. UNFORTUNATELY, I felt pain during the procedure, the Dr immediately put more drops in to numb my eyeball, but this has made me very nervous of having the second eye surgery.
Excellent review. I had toric lenses implanted during my surgeries and can now see 20/20, despite spending years with a 6 diopter cylinder for astigmatism. I use reading glasses, but am now perfect for distance vision. No pain...and much gain.
I had a toric IOL lens put in 5 days ago and I cannot see as well out of that eye now? How long before you could see well again? I am not going to get my other eye done unless this one gets better as I paid a lot of money it seems to make my vision worse.
I'm Still Blind. 😥
Did Dctr prescribe prednisolone eye drops? Mine just put it in day if surgery then same day right after the post Eye Dctr said..I just needed tear drops.
@@lucellealdamia8639 why
@@donyuke9459 I have toric panoptix in left eye. Still have -1.5 vision. Waiting on lasix evaluation on left eye.
Thank you, Dr Wong, for explaining things so well. Thank you for the excellent demonstration and explanation to putting in eye drops, especially things I had wondered. I have had my first cataract done by an excellent medical team here in Australia 4 days ago.
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Okay, so this is probably one of the best videos I have seen. Very comprehensive, easy to understand and answered all of my questions. Perfect.
Glad it was helpful!
Big difference from how cataract surgery was many years ago. I had a friend who had cataract surgery in the early '70s and she had to stay in the hospital with her head between sandbags to keep her from moving it. Can't recall how long they kept her like that but it was quite an experience.
Wish I saw this video before my first eye was done, you cover the concerns I had at my 1 week check. finally eye is getting less blurry and able to see more each day. Getting ready for right eye on April 9,2024, less concerned for 2 nd eye.
Not happy have to go in for a YAG CAPSOLOTOMY ON 6/27/2024 & July 2,2024 and have to pay an extra 650.00 for them to try and fix my Cataract/ lens replacement surgery….
I'm have surgery in about a week for cardiac. I've watched 2 of your videos. It explains a lot and I feel so much better about having it done. 😊 ❤❤❤❤ Thanks.
i just got caterac surgery on feb14/2023 the result is amazing i now can see without my glass loving it
I had lasik cataract surgery 1 1/2 years ago. I had extreme astigmatism in my left eye, so I had it done first. I had the right eye done one week later. I Ontario Canada, lasik isn't covered by our provincial health insurance. I had made an appointment to see a traditional surgeon, and it would have been 6 month wait for a consultation and probably 6 months to 12 months after the consult for surgery. My Optometrist suggested trying to contact the Lasix clinic. I had a consultation appointment 1 week later, and surgery 2 weeks after that. I was honestly a miracle for me. I had been wearing glasses since I was 8 years old for amblyopia. Now I have 20/20 distance vision and wear reading glasses. I was so happy to pay the cost of the lasix. I realize that not everyone can afford it, but highly recommend to those who can. Excellent presentation.
Question do you experience flicking?
i like this doctor i wish all doctors are like him ,,,experienced and calm ....and instructive,,,,
Thank you Doc for this great video you’d shared
My surgery will be this April 1st week. I know well what to do God bless you more Doc 🙏 3-19-2023 🇺🇸
Hi Doc. Just the right time you posted - as my mother in Malaysia may be going for a cataract surgery for one of her eyes. I am posting this from South Florida. Can you also post on what questions to ask the eye surgeon?. Thank you Doc. One point I would like to highlight, to get your site popular you need to start adding tags #. Whosoever helping you post your videos on UA-cam please mention this to them. You have wealth of information in this clip.
Oh My, Gosh!!!!
I just had my 2nd surgery and Dr Wong you were awesome. I will share this with my sister and friend, who are skeptical about having cataract surgery. Thank You 🙌🏽👏🏾🙌🏽👏🏾🙌🏽
هذا الطّبيب يشرح بهدوء ..لا أتقِن اللغة الإنجليزية لكن افهم مجمل كلامه ..
شكرا ..👍
Thank you for a very clear explanation of Pre & Post op care.
I'm glad to know those painful anesthetic needles are no longer needed. I had a cataract removed from my right eye in 1980 and when they stuck those needles in behind my eye, it was extremely painful. Artificial lenses were fairly new at the time, and not many places did that, so I went 10 years using contacts in that eye. In 1990, I finally got the implant, but they still used those painful needles to deaden the eyelid, and whatever moves the eyeball. Now, I have one developing in my other eye, so am happy to hear it will be much less painful when the time comes. Btw, I was never nervous or apprehensive about the surgery, only the damn needles.
Highly educative,very very well explained Seven Stars from my side and sincere gratitude for putting up this video,
I had my richt eye sugery Tuesday in Maasstad Hospital Rotterdam Holland.
Thank you doctor for your information. God is Good
He is indeed
All Doctors need to make a video like this. Thank GOD ifpund this one.
Just had my 2nd eye done with the Bausch and lomb mx60E intraocular implant this afternoon. It was painless procedure that was about 18 mins. I did get a half dose of ativan which was helpful. My other eye was successfully done last month and I have clear 20.20 vision so am super pleased. Now to have reading glasses in all corners of my home!
Learned a ton watching Dr. Wong before I had lens replacement surgery. I'm 10 months post surgery and could not be more satisfied. I'm 58, and had mild cataracts but they were in the center of my field of view. Driving at night became dangerous-the glare from oncoming cars headlights was unbearable. I also always had to wear readers for reading my phone or computer, etc. I chose to have the Vivity lens in both of my eyes. My vision is spectacular. I see amazingly better at night, no glares from oncoming headlights, and my vision is super sharp. I have readers but go weeks without using them. I only need them to read the tiniest of print (like a prescription bottle font). I had lasik when I was 36, and that helped distance vision but for reading, forget it, I couldn't read anything without readers after I turned 45. Do your homework, and you'll know which option you should go with.
I’m 58 , will turn 59 in a couple months , I have exactly what you have described, I am also going with the Vivity lens , I can only hope mine turns out as well as yours , my surgery will be mid Dec due to my work schedule, I’m so excited to get rid of glasses , I can live with readers no and again , thanks for sharing your experience, it gives us older Gen X ‘s hope 😎
Great crystal clear information about the Cataract surgery. Thanks for taking the time to explain it.
Described in pin point accuracy. Brilliant!
Your video was excellently done and removed a lot of my fear about my upcoming surgery. All doctors should recommend your video before surgery and make it available after surgery. Thank you for making this video for us as well as your patients.😊
Thank you this was excellent. Last week I had Macular Hole surgery.
I’m I quite aware a cataract will form in due course.
Thus I’m already studying up on cataract information.
I’m a person that adheres to the more you know…
It helps alleviate any anxiety or anxiousness in most cases.
You covered things very well at a nice pace also.
Thanks for the whole video. The part about putting in eye drops, at 8:40 - really useful. I'm one of the people who used to get 3 or 4 drops on the cheek before getting one in the eye.
What a wonderful, compassionate doctor who explains everything you need to know and want to know about the cataract surgery experience in layperson terms. Much appreciated Dr. Wong. 😊👍
I was freaking after cataract surgery, i was told 'don't bend, reach or do housework' but you say ' no, just don't rub or squeeze your eye' that's much less depressing. Thanks and grazie!
Thank you so much for being so informative I am about to have the surgery in a few weeks and hearing what you said has made me less nervous. God bless.
I just had surgery last week. It went well and I'm set to have my other eye done next week
Thank you. I'm having lens replacement surgery tomorrow for my left eye. After watching your video, i'm not feeling anxiety about the surgery. And know what to expect during and after the surgery. Your video is super useful and how it was delivered so calmly allaying fears of the patient is just awesome. Thanks a lot.😀
I had cataract surgery last aug 10 and my doctor gave me 3 kinds of eye drops and I used them until aug 31 coz my doctor said to stop.But last sept 5 my right eye became reddish and watery until now and Im so lucky to watch ur video and I put one drop prednisone into my right eye....thank u so much dr wong!
I encourage you to have that looked at.
What a great presentation! I'm not (yet) a candidate for surgery, but age is no longer on my side...
I wish my eye clinic had been this clear.... I was told NOTHING about artificial tears. This would have been helpful today as my eye burned and felt scratched from being dry. I didn't get a Valium so there was no reaction or wearing off of that. Also I was told no food or drink 12 hours before surgery. My surgery was at 10:30 am so I was really hungry by the time I got home.
the eye is kind of weak for a about 5 days and a little pain when you blink , but the benefits of seeing again is worth every bit of it !
The worst part for me actually was 4...yes 4 nurses trying to put in an IV.. I am very very bruised and sore.the first 3 nurses jabbed me 6-7 times.. I ended up with blown veins etc. I asked for them to get another nurse and I said, 1 try and if you don’t get it, I’m getting dressed and leaving. She got it 😊 I had told my nurse where the easiest spot was when I had IVs before. The fourth nurse listened to me and got the IV in on the first try
I remember being with my son and daughter-in-law when nurses were trying to put an IV in my five or six week old grandson. He was screaming and they kept trying. I finally said "STOP! How many times have you worked on an infant?" Zero was the answer. I said you need to go get someone who has experience with infants. In the meantime my grandson calmed down. The next person got it quickly with zero crying.
How much doc do you charge for both eyes for lens replacement.. thank you
I like your direct attitude. Not pandering to dumb people. I'm sure the people you are focusing on are the ones that will be but hurt.
Thanks, it helped me to know what to expect, I'm eighty years old and have been told I need cataract surgery. I've had my first consultation with my surgeon, so your video helps me to know what to expect.
Had my Cataract surgery about 1 1/2 months ago and only saw your review today. Great presentation and very informative, wish I'd seen this before my surgery. At least now I know it was Valium that was given to me prior to the surgery, always wondered what that was. When I was waiting for my surgery, I felt a sudden spike in my anxiety levels, it was so bad I found it hard to breath, thank goodness for the valium effects kicking in I guess. Also the 1st night after the surgery, I did not wear that protection cap cause it felt too rigid and uncomfortable, wish I had now.
Great video. im about to have my surgery lot of 21:58 anxiety but this helps alot.
why didn’t you ask what medication was being administered?
Excellent video--very helpful. I'm having surgery on both eyes in June. Helped me very much! Thank you Dr. Wong.
Me too! I’m scared
Excellent video explaining step by step process. Super helpful.
Thank you for this! I'm 52, and went in for my Lasik consultation the other day. It was found that I have the beginnings of cataracts, and because my night vision is blurry, my doctor said I qualify for cataract surgery. I get the first eye done in 3 weeks, followed by the second in 4 weeks.
I'm nervous about permanent dry eye, and decreases night vision.
I am excited about the corrective lens I choose - fixing my nearsightedness, and astigmatism.
You are so articulate and thorough. Thank you!
This is the best pre- and post-cataract surgery video you will ever need. The only thing missing is a link to where to buy that sweet, magnificent video screen in the background!
I had cataract surgery 7 weeks ago and woke up one morning with blurred vision. Checked it out and I have macular edema'
I am now on prednisone acetate 4x a day and hoping for a good out come. Thank you for the video, it has helped me feel more confident with the prognosis. By the way, I had it done with lasar and I am now
Just wondering how you're doing now
I was just scheduled for Cataract surgery and waiting to know what day...Did a search on 'Cataract surgery' and your video came up..Thank you for the info..Makes me feel a little bit better about it..
I had no eyedrops last year when I had my surgery in FL, and no valium ahead of time, because they wanted patients to be awake to look directly into that awful, extremely bright light when the surgeon barked at me to do so. That bright light was the WORST part of the op and was very difficult for me. Glad it's over.
Goodness, so sorry for your experience. That must have been horrible.
wow that surgeon sounds like a creep.
Omg I’m in Bradenton fl having surgery Nov 3 and have been assured I won’t feel anything with it sedation
Excellent video, thanks Dr. Wong! I watched this AFTER I had the cataract surgery on both of my eyes. Your rules are much less strict than those of my surgeon! I was told to consume nothing but a cup or two of water after midnight the night before my surgery. I was instructed not to remove the eye shield he put on my eye, until my post-op visit the next morning. I was also told not to wash my own hair for a few days, unless someone else did it for me. I was told to keep using the drops with the Prednisolone and the 2 other meds 3x a day until the bottle is empty. (I was given a second bottle when i had the other eye done.) He also told me to wear the eye shield when I go to bed at night, for one week, “no exceptions!” I didn’t realize that i should have worn the shield when I took an afternoon nap! I did rub my eye a little bit, but i stopped as soon as i realized I was doing that no-no! Fortunately, no harm was done (he has checked my eyes since I did that.)
I’m so glad that the surgeries are done and over with, and as you said, it was really nothing to be nervous about! (I wasn’t that nervous! Honest! I trust my surgeon. He has been my ophthalmologist for almost 6 years.). I had severe astigmatism and now I have Toric lenses in both eyes, and 20/20 vision for distance! I love that! 😊
Thank you for all the information I will be getting surgery soon and I was nervous you made me feel more comfortable having it done.
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Awesome..You covered everything..Well explained..Crystal clear..Thank you Doc..