Clear-Cornea Cataract Surgery

Dr. Steinert is an internationally recognized leader in cataract surgery and currently serves
as Medical Monitor for FDA trials in cataract and refractive surgery. His exposure to the latest developments and devices in cataract and refractive surgery enhance his goal to provide his patients with exceptional vision care.

Dr. Steinert performs small incision, sutureless, clear cornea cataract surgery with intraocular lens implantation. His advanced skills in clear corneal cataract surgery result in excellent surgical outcomes. The procedure involves three steps:

1. A very small, no-stitch incision, about 1/8th inch, is made in the eye. No-stitch incisions
are preferable because they seal themselves immediately after surgery and permit a rapid,
full recovery. No-stitch incisions can also reduce astigmatism that existed naturally
before surgery.

2. Next, phacoemulsification uses high-speed ultrasonic energy to gently fragment the large hard center (nucleus) of the cataract and allow it to be aspirated through a small instrument. Ultrasound is currently the most effective method to remove a cataract.

3. Once the cataract has been removed, a new lens is needed to replace the focusing power of the natural lens. The best method for restoring excellent vision after cataract surgery is with the use of an intraocular lens, which is placed in the eye during surgery. Under normal circumstances, an intraocular lens never needs to be replaced. It affords vision that is the most natural and is used for the vast majority of Dr. Steinert's patients. Dr. Steinert specializes in cataract surgery with intraocular lens implants because of the safety and excellent vision that can be achieved.

This procedure typically requires no sutures (or needles) and can be done with either a
local or a topical anesthetic. The procedure is performed on an outpatient basis and does
not require a hospital stay for recovery. Patients return to the comfort of their own home with minimal disruption and discomfort. The entire visit, including pre-and post-operative care, lasts approximately 3 hours, with operating time typically less than 10 minutes. Patients
leave with no eye patch and their vision is most often restored immediately.