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EW SHOW DAILY 38 Monday, April 28, 2014 Survey participants will be entered into a raffle of 15 iPads and will receive a summary report before it is published A SCRS launched the second annual Clinical Survey at this year's ASCRS•ASOA Symposium & Congress, and so far more than 750 physicians have par- ticipated. The 2014 survey builds on the success of the first annual survey in 2013, in which more than 1,000 ASCRS member ophthalmologists participated. While many surveys provide important data for our profession, most are not used to drive specific educational efforts aimed at improv- ing the practice of medicine and assessing key clinical opinions. This is the objective behind the ASCRS Clinical Survey. Last year's survey generated 168 unique, measurable data elements on 10 different clini- cal areas and has been used to de- velop content for many of the symposia at this year's annual meet- ing. For example, 29% of respon- dents in 2013 "strongly agree" that low to moderate inflammation can significantly impact variability in visual acuity and quality results. Forty-two percent also "strongly agree" that low to moderate inflam- mation can significantly impact patient comfort. This finding is supported by published clinical data following 306 subjects undergoing cataract surgery. 1 The study meas- ured pain and satisfaction immedi- ately postop (in recovery room). Any postop pain was the most significant predictor of dissatisfaction with patients' care, and postop pain was associated with low ratings of the quality of the surgical experience. Additionally, more than half the respondents in 2013 said that is important to use both NSAIDs and corticosteroids to block the inflam- matory cascade after cataract sur- gery, when indicated. However, many patients with corneal edema have no pre-existing conditions. Corneal edema can have a real im- pact on visual acuity in the first 1–2 weeks after surgery, increasing in- traocular light scatter and glare and creating an overall reduction in con- trast sensitivity. This reduced acuity is particularly impactful to today's premium IOL patients. As a result of these and similar program initiatives, one could ex- pect to see a shift in perceptions in 2014. Using last year's survey as a foundation, the 2014 survey adds questions in evolving clinical and technology areas and new specific questions targeted to young physi- cians. Information from the 2014 survey will be used to continue to drive these programs and discover new areas of education. The 2014 ASCRS Clinical Survey will include a wide range of contem- porary topics, including: • Management of residual error in refractive IOL patients • Understanding and perceptions of advanced tear film diagnostics • Evolving trends and perspectives with laser-assisted cataract surgery • Levels of postoperative rotation with toric IOLs • The actual and perceived incidence of ectasia with laser vision correction • Posterior capsule rupture rates during cataract surgery • Today's outcomes and enhance- ment rates with laser vision correction • Assessment and management of dry eye and meibomian gland disease • How well we are mitigating or eliminating post cataract surgery inflammation • Management trends of glaucoma in conjunction with cataract surgery • Macular edema management and use of intravitreal injections How to participate The goal is to have ASCRS member ophthalmologists complete this survey in 15–20 minutes during the annual meeting. The survey tool will permit members to identify their preferred category of questions (refractive, cataract, refractive IOLs, etc.). The survey will then include about 50 questions on various topics and can be completed in four differ- ent ways. 1. Take the survey at booth #683, near the ASCRS booth, while resting your feet, charging up your phone, and enjoying a FREE snack and drink. At this booth, represen- tatives will hand you an iPad to complete the survey, and there are areas to sit and enter your information. 2. Go to www.eyeworld.org/survey to take the survey at your conven- ience. 3. Scan the QR code to be directed to the survey website on your smartphone or tablet. 4. Look for the Clinical Survey iPad team roaming around the confer- ence and symposium rooms to participate. By completing the survey and filling in either their membership number or email address, respondents will be entered into a raffle to win one of 15 iPads at the conclusion of the meeting. In addition, they will be emailed a summary of the data shortly after the conference. Finally, and perhaps most importantly, by completing the survey, they will be providing important data to help drive future education. If desired, respondents can choose to remain anonymous and still complete the survey providing ASCRS with impor- tant feedback. For more information, contact Mr. Fundingsland at brad@tfgeducation.com. EW Reference 1. Fung D, Cohen MM, Stewart S, Davies A. Anesth Analg 2005;100(6):1644–50. ASCRS continues annual membership survey to help drive future education efforts by Brad Fundingsland Meeting Reporter Attendees can take the survey at booth #683. Representatives will hand you an iPad to complete the survey, and there are areas to sit and enter your information.

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