IOL Selection and Surgical Planning in Post-Refractive Surgery Eyes
Dr. Neda Nikpoor, cataract specialist, joins Dr. Rupa Wong for a detailed exploration of cataract surgery in patients with prior refractive procedures. They break down how previous LASIK or PRK alters corneal measurements and impacts intraocular lens selection, providing practical strategies for optimizing surgical planning and visual outcomes. The discussion highlights the nuances of choosing between monofocal, EDOF, multifocal, and light-adjustable lenses, while addressing perioperative considerations such as dry eye management, contact lens washout, and repeat biometry. Drs. Nikpoor and Wong also focus on patient counseling, clarifying common misconceptions, setting realistic expectations, and helping patients achieve predictable, high-quality vision results.
Learn more about Neda Nikpoor, MD
Fellowship-trained, board-certified ophthalmologist specializing in cataract, cornea, and LASIK surgery, Dr. Nikpoor brings global expertise and a commitment to patient-centered care to Hawai’i and Jenkins Eye Care.
She earned her medical degree from the University of Oklahoma and completed her residency and fellowship in Cornea, External Disease, and Refractive Surgery at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute, the #1 eye hospital in the U.S. Passionate about global eye health, she has restored sight through the Himalayan Cataract Project and other initiatives in Asia, Africa, the Philippines, and the Marshall Islands, while also serving as a clinical instructor at Stanford University.
Dr. Nikpoor has published extensively in top ophthalmology journals, contributed to multiple textbook chapters, and holds leadership roles in the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons. She is a section editor for the CRST Journal and collaborates on clinical research and education to advance surgical innovation.
Outside of medicine, Dr. Nikpoor enjoys surfing, yoga, sailing, and hiking. Although not a native, she considers Hawai’i home and is proud to serve the local community through her work and advisory role with Project Vision Hawaii.
