Mastering the Art of Cataract Surgery: Minimizing Post-Op Complications
Financial Support: Supported by an educational grant from Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. & Rxsight
World-renowned cataract surgeon Dr. Uday Devgan offers a candid, behind-the-scenes exploration of what truly keeps patients safe before, during, and after cataract surgery. In this final episode of the cataract surgery series, Dr. Devgan provides a transparent look at the realities of surgical decision-making, emphasizing that even the most experienced surgeons continue to learn, refine, and improve.
Drawing from decades of expertise, he highlights how surgical video review plays a critical role in ongoing education and quality improvement, why complications can still arise despite meticulous technique, and how surgeons prepare for and manage the unexpected. The discussion also explores the evolving role of emerging technologies—including lasers and robotics—and how these innovations may shape the future of cataract surgery without replacing sound clinical judgment.
This thoughtful episode underscores the importance of honest, clear communication with patients about what cataract surgery can and cannot achieve, helping set realistic expectations while prioritizing safety and trust. Insightful and practical, it offers valuable perspective for ophthalmologists at every stage of training and for anyone interested in what truly goes into so-called “routine” cataract surgery.
Learn more about Uday Devgan, MD
Uday Devgan, MD, FACS, FRCS(Glasg), is a world-renowned cataract, lens, and refractive surgeon based in Los Angeles, California, widely recognized for his surgical expertise and global contributions to ophthalmic education. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Southern California School of Medicine and completed his ophthalmology training at the Jules Stein Eye Institute at UCLA, where he served on faculty for over two decades and became the most awarded teacher in the department’s history.
Dr. Devgan is a partner at Specialty Surgical Center in Beverly Hills and leads a high-volume referral practice specializing in advanced cataract and refractive lens surgery. Named among The Ophthalmologist’s Top 100 most influential leaders worldwide, he has taught surgeons in more than 60 countries and mentored hundreds of residents.
He is the founder of CataractCoach.com, a globally respected educational platform featuring surgical videos, articles, and a leading ophthalmology podcast, and continues to shape the future of cataract surgery through innovation, teaching, and international collaboration.
