Dear Colleague,
“Phacoexcel” – Aravind Eye Care System’s flagship CME programme is an immersive learning experience designed to enhance your skills in the field of phacoemulsification. This workshop is tailored for ophthalmic surgeons, residents, and professionals seeking to master the art of phaco surgery, a cornerstone in modern cataract surgery. Phacoexcel 2024 will be the 6th edition of the CME and is being conducted at Madurai.
During this workshop, you will have the opportunity to delve into the intricacies of phacoemulsification through a combination of lecture sessions, workshop on secondary IOLs and simulation based hands-on practice, and interactive discussions. Our expert faculty comprises seasoned ophthalmic surgeons who will share their knowledge, tips, and best practices to guide you on your journey to becoming a proficient phacoemulsification surgeon.
The Phacoexcel Workshop is not just about acquiring skills; it’s about fostering a community of excellence in ophthalmic surgery. We trust that this workshop will be a catalyst in propelling your phacoemulsification expertise to new heights.
Thank you for joining us on this educational journey.
Dr. Madhu Shekhar
Organizing Secretary
Phacoexcel 2024
International Faculty
Dr. Steve Arshinoff
Professor,
Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences,
University of Toronto,
Toronto, Ontario, Canada
National Faculty
Dr. Arup Chakrabarti
Founder – Chakrabarti Eye Care Centre
Ulloor, Thiruvananthapuram
Dr. Jeevan Titiyal
Professor and head,
Department of cornea and refractive surgery,
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Centre for Ophthalmic Sciences,
All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi
Dr. Mathew Kurian
Medical Superintendent,
Senior Consultant and Head,
Cataract & Refractive Services,
Chaithanya Eye Hospital & Research Institute, Kerala
Dr. Manas Kumar Ghosh
Senior consultant,
Cataract, glaucoma and paediatric cataract clinic,
Disha eye hospital,
West bengal
Dr. Sudeep Das
Medical director,
Sankara eye hospital,
Samarjhola, Odisha
Dr. Naren Shetty
Head, Department of Cataract and Refractive Lens Services,
Narayana Nethralaya,
Bengaluru
Aravind Faculty
Dr. RD. Ravindran
Chairman
Director-Quality, Aravind Eye Care System
Dr. Haripriya Aravind
Chief, Intraocular Lens & Cataract Services
Aravind Eye Hospital – Chennai
Dr. Madhu Shekhar
Chief, Intraocular Lens & Cataract Services
Aravind Eye Hospital – Madurai
Dr. Naresh Babu
Chief, Retina Vitreous Services
Aravind Eye Hospital – Madurai
Dr. Shivkumar Chandrashekharan
Chief, Intraocular Lens & Cataract Services
Aravind Eye Hospital – Tirunelveli
Dr. Sharmila R
Medical Consultant, Glaucoma Services
Aravind Eye Hospital – Madurai
Lectures and Discussions:
- Engage in insightful lectures covering the fundamentals of phacoemulsification, Pre-operative workup, complication management, latest advancements in phaco technology and protocols for sterilization and safety.
VAST:
- Witness and learn from surgical videos of experienced surgeons, showcasing the panorama of cataract surgery, highlighting key techniques and nuances in the Video assisted skill transfer session.
Q&A Sessions:
- Pose your questions, share your experiences, and benefit from the collective knowledge of the workshop participants and faculty.
Hands-on Training:
Pre-conference workshop to train amateur surgeons on the art of secondary IOLs and simulation based phacoemulsification. Our dedicated practice sessions will allow you to refine your skills under the guidance of our expert mentors.
Registration Information
Phacoexcel 2024 Conference (February 10-11, 2024)
Delegate / Postgraduate / Fellow: Rs.1500/-
Pre-Conference Workshop (February 9, 2024)
Delegate / Postgraduate / Fellow: Rs.1000/-
- Registration fee includes CME participation, TNMC credit hours and 18% GST
- The applicant also can register for Pre-conference workshop with additional fee structure
- No separate provision given to do the pre-conference workshop registration after completing the conference registration.
- While registering for pre-conference registration, it is mandatory to choose either one of the options provided (Secondary IOLs or Simulation based training in phacoemulsfication)
- Each of the above types of pre-conference, the registration is limited only upto 20
- No provision given to register only for pre-conference workshop
Note : The participants are requested to book their accommodation on their own directly with the hotels.