Alcon Focuses on Presbyopia-Correcting IOL Innovation and the New Normal at the Virtual ESCRS 2020
Alcon will host several events and present new technologies in cataract surgery during the virtual European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ESCRS) 2020 annual meeting, taking place October 2-4.
“As our primary focus is supporting our surgeons for the future of cataract and refractive care, we believe the key is sharp focus on care excellence and efficiency for seamless treatment pathways,” Stephan Eigenmann, Region VP Surgical Franchise, Alcon Europe, said in a company news release. “We hope highlighting relevant data on our products and services will be beneficial to surgeons as they navigate the new normal.”
As part of the official ESCRS scientific program, Alcon will host two educational symposia:
Presbyopia correction with monofocal simplicity: AcrySof IQ Vivity
Friday, October 2, 2-2:45pm
Moderated by Dr. Kjell Gunnar Gundersen (Norway), who will be joined by Professor Michael Lawless (Australia), Dr. Francesco Carones (Italy), Dr. Merce Guarro (Spain) and Dr. Edoardo Ligabue (Italy) to discuss the evolution in presbyopia correction.
Alcon Cataract solutions for the New Normal
Saturday, October 3, 1-1:45pm
Moderated by Kristina Dziekan, Head Market Access, Government Affairs and Tendering for Alcon Europe, who will be joined by Professor Daniele Tognetto (Italy), Professor Robert Rejdak (Poland) and Dr. Luis Castillon (Spain) to discuss Alcon’s solutions to enable care excellence and efficiency.
Alcon will also host a virtual exhibit booth that will provide information on its latest product innovations, including:
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ACRYSOF IQ VIVITY IOL, first-of-its-kind, extended range of vision IOL that uses non-diffractive design, X-WAVE technology, to reduce cataract patients’ dependency on glasses1
CENTURION Vision System with ACTIVE SENTRY Handpiece is redefining phacoemulsification performance – its innovative design and real-time surge reduction supports further ensured safety, consistency and control for cataract patients*
SYSTANE ULTRA PRESERVATIVE FREE Lubricant Eye Drops, in a multi-dose bottle contains an exclusive HP Guar-based formula, a proven ingredient that is 2x more lubricious than hyaluronic acid (HA) alone4 for fast-Acting relief for tired, irritated dry eye
On the virtual booth, attendees can also find out more about our comprehensive educational programs within the Alcon Experience Academy as well as numerous Investigator Initiated Trials abstracts on intraocular lenses, cataract diagnostics and lasers in the Medical Affairs area.
In addition, Alcon is supporting three Independent Medical Education Grants during ESCRS – including presentations on Advanced Technology IOLs, the Patient Journey in Cataract surgery, improved Patient Education on Refractive IOLs as well as Screening and Management of Ocular Surface Disease in the Surgical Patient. These presentations will also be included in the EuroTimes printed supplement and on their digital educational forum.
To find out more about Alcon’s complete program, visit: https://professional.myalcon.com/events/