Foundations of Laser Keratorefractive Surgery: LASIK, PRK, and Patient Selection

Entering the field of refractive surgery requires a deep understanding of corneal diagnostics, laser technologies, and patient selection. This comprehensive text-based course guides you through the foundational principles of laser keratorefractive procedures, helping you build clinical confidence in vision correction. Understand the physiological and optical principles of PRK, LASIK, and modern lenticule extraction. Analyze corneal topography, tomography, and epithelial mapping to identify ideal candidates and screen for ectasia risk. Master the clinical protocols for planning customized ablation profiles, including wavefront-guided treatments. Learn to identify and manage common intraoperative and postoperative complications, from flap issues to dry eye syndrome. Apply evidence-based guidelines to postoperative follow-up care and enhancement decision-making. You will start with essential corneal anatomy and biomechanics before progressing to advanced diagnostic interpretation, surgical planning, and step-by-step procedural guides. This course is designed for ophthalmology residents, fellows, and practicing ophthalmologists looking to establish a solid foundation in refractive surgery, with no prior surgical experience in refractive procedures required. Begin your journey toward mastering laser vision correction today.