Dry Eye Management- Dr. Doug Katsev

"If you're going to have a premium outcome, you need to have a premium cornea to start with." – Dr. Doug Katsev At #CaribbeanEye, Dr. Katsev emphasized the critical role of #dryeye management in achieving optimal surgical outcomes. He highlighted key treatment strategies, including: ✔️ Punctal plugs – particularly temporary ones to provide rapid relief while allowing time for other therapies to work. ✔️ Prescription drops – including cyclosporine and lifitegrast (Xiidra) for inflammatory cases. ✔️ Patient affordability – leveraging coupons, specialty pharmacies, and staff involvement to improve medication access. ✔️ MIEBO – showing promising refill rates and patient satisfaction in comparison to cyclosporine. Takeaway: Proactive dry eye treatment is essential for better vision and happier post-op patients. Financial Disclosures: Dr. Katsev reports financials disclosures with Bausch + Lomb