How I Plan a Cataract Surgery Lens Choice
Cataract lens planning starts with your daily visual goals and examination. Learn the measurements and tradeoffs that shape an IOL recommendation.
Read ArticleMatching Lens Optics to Your Eyes and Daily Life
Selecting an intraocular lens (IOL) for cataract or refractive lens surgery involves balancing the distances where you most want clarity without glasses against potential optical tradeoffs such as glare, halos, or contrast changes. Corneal astigmatism, tear film stability, retinal health, and glaucoma also play a central role in determining which lens designs are appropriate.
Read the three patient guides below to prepare for your lens discussion with Dr. Schmitz:
Monofocal, Toric, EDOF and Multifocal Cataract Lenses
Compare common cataract lens designs by distance, astigmatism correction, range of vision, and optical tradeoffs before choosing an IOL.
Read ArticleQuestions I Would Ask Before Cataract Surgery
A practical set of questions for cataract consultations, covering visual targets, biometry reliability, glaucoma, prior LASIK, and follow-up.
Read ArticleClinical & Research References
- • American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO): IOL Implants: Lens Replacement After Cataracts
- • Peer-Reviewed Study: Todd T, Schmitz J. Toric and mulitifocal lens utilization independent of patient cost and physician remuneration at a single institution (PubMed)
- • Peer-Reviewed Study: Schmitz JW, Davis KD, McClatchey SK. Intraocular lens power calculation for humanitarian missions based on partial biometry (PubMed)