Cataract Surgery Guide
Android app by Eye MD's of Inland. Medical · Eye MD's of Inland
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- Free to download
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- Version
- 1.0
- Listing last refreshed
- 2026-09-11
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Cataract Surgery Guide is a patient education app written and medically reviewed by Marc Shomer, MD, PhD, a board-certified ophthalmologist and cataract surgeon. It explains cataract surgery the way a surgeon would explain it across the desk — clearly, honestly, and without anything to sell you. WHAT'S INSIDE • Cataract Basics — what a cataract actually is, how the natural lens changes with age, and which symptoms matter • When to Have Surgery — how the decision is really made, and why there is rarely a rush • Surgery Steps — what happens during the procedure, how long it takes, and what recovery looks like • Risks and Safety — an honest account of both the common and the rare complications • Lens Options and Simulator — compare monofocal, toric, EDOF, and multifocal implants, and see a visual simulation of each in day and night conditions • Laser-Assisted Cataract Surgery — what the femtosecond laser does, and when it genuinely helps • Pre-Op and Post-Op Care — preparation, eye drops, activity limits, and follow-up • Warning Signs — the symptoms that mean you should call your surgeon today • Avoid Surprise Costs — how premium lens fees work and what to ask before you agree • Eye Drop Reminders — schedule your post-operative drops so you never miss a dose • Glossary of Terms — plain-English definitions of the words you will hear • History of Cataract Surgery — from ancient couching to modern lens implants EVERY MEDICAL CLAIM IS CITED Medical statements carry a numbered citation you can tap to jump straight to the source. Each section ends with its own numbered reference list, and a dedicated Medical References page collects every source in one place. Sources include the National Eye Institute (NIH), MedlinePlus from the U.S. National Library of Medicine, EyeWiki from the American Academy of Ophthalmology, Medicare.gov, and peer-reviewed literature including the Cataract in the Adult Eye Preferred Practice Pattern. AVAILABLE IN SIX LANGUAGES English, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Arabic. BUILT FOR PATIENTS, NOT FOR SALES This app is not sponsored or endorsed by any lens manufacturer, pharmaceutical company, or device maker. No product is promoted. The lens comparisons are written to help you choose well, including the reasons a premium lens may be the wrong choice for you. ADJUSTABLE TEXT SIZE Because this app is for people with cataracts, text can be enlarged throughout. IMPORTANT This app is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It does not replace an examination by a qualified eye care professional. Always consult your own eye doctor before making medical decisions. Marc Shomer, MD, PhD Board Certified Cataract and Refractive Surgeon inlandeyedoctor.com
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