Gary Wortz MD

RxSight UV-Protective Glasses: Why You Need Them, How Long, and What Happens If You Slip Up

Neda Shamie MD — Wed, 26 Aug 2026 12:50:06 +0000

RxSight UV-protective glasses are specially designed eyewear that blocks ultraviolet light from reaching the Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) after cataract surgery, preventing unintended changes to the implant before it is permanently locked in. Because the LAL remains photosensitive until the final lock-in treatment, uncontrolled UV exposure can permanently distort the lens and may cause blurred […]

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Why Are Light Adjustable Lenses After LASIK, PRK, or RK Such an Important Option for Post-Refractive Eyes?

Neda Nikpoor MD — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 12:36:45 +0000

A light adjustable lens (LAL) is a photoreactive silicone intraocular lens whose power can be modified after cataract surgery using targeted UV light, then permanently stabilized through a lock-in treatment. For eyes with prior LASIK, PRK, or RK, this postoperative adjustability addresses a core problem: altered corneal geometry makes standard IOL power calculations inherently less […]

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LAL vs LAL+: What Is the Light Adjustable Lens Plus and How Does It Differ?

Neda Nikpoor MD — Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:53:43 +0000

The Light Adjustable Lens (LAL) is a photoreactive intraocular lens implanted during cataract surgery whose refractive power can be fine-tuned after the eye heals using targeted UV light from a Light Delivery Device. The LAL+ is a newer model, approved by the FDA in March 2023 as a design modification of the original, featuring a […]

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Pros and cons of the Light Adjustable Lens (surgeon-balanced)

Neda Nikpoor MD — Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:32:26 +0000

The Light Adjustable Lens is a photosensitive silicone intraocular lens (IOL) that can be adjusted after cataract surgery using calibrated UV light treatments, allowing surgeons to fine-tune prescription power once the eye has fully healed. This guide covers how the lens works compared to standard IOLs, its potential benefits and limitations, candidacy factors, the full […]

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PanOptix vs Vivity: Which Premium IOL Is Right for You?

Neda Nikpoor MD — Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:14:25 +0000

A premium intraocular lens (IOL) is an artificial lens implanted during cataract surgery that is designed to provide functional vision at more than one distance, unlike a standard monofocal IOL that targets a single focal point. This guide covers how each lens technology works, how they compare across key visual outcomes and side effects, who […]

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Cataract Lens Options Explained: Monofocal vs Toric vs Multifocal vs Light Adjustable Lens

Gary Wortz MD — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:02:32 +0000

Choosing the right cataract lens can feel overwhelming. In this video, eye surgeons break down the most common cataract lens options and explain the differences between a monofocal lens, toric lens, multifocal lens, extended depth of focus (EDOF) lens, light adjustable lens (LAL), and small aperture lens. If you’re researching the best lens for cataract […]

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What If Cataract Surgery Doesn’t Go As Planned? (Expert Breakdown)

Gary Wortz MD — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:59:20 +0000

Not every cataract surgery result lands perfectly on target—and that’s okay. In this episode of Eye Surgery Today, leading eye surgeons explain what it means to “miss the target” after cataract surgery, why it happens, and most importantly—what can be done about it. You’ll learn: Why 20/20 vision isn’t always the goal (“20/happy” is) Common […]

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Will Cataract Surgery Fix Floaters? (What Patients Need to Know)

Gary Wortz MD — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:48:26 +0000

Many patients ask whether cataract surgery removes eye floaters, and the answer is important to understand before surgery. Cataract surgery treats the cloudy lens in the front of the eye, while floaters are located in the vitreous gel in the back of the eye, meaning the procedure does not directly remove them. In some cases, […]

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“Cataract Surgery Risks Explained (Rare Complications You Should Know)”

Gary Wortz MD — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:39:44 +0000

Worried about complications during cataract surgery? While cataract surgery is one of the safest and most successful procedures in medicine, it’s still surgery—and unexpected challenges can happen. The key is having an experienced surgeon who knows how to handle them. In this video, we explain: • The most common cataract surgery complications • What happens […]

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Are Multifocal Lenses Right for You? Best Candidates + Risks Explained

Gary Wortz MD — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:35:45 +0000

Are multifocal lenses the right choice for your cataract surgery? Multifocal (and trifocal) lenses can provide a full range of vision and reduce your dependence on glasses—but they’re not for everyone. In this video, we break down who makes the best candidate, what to expect, and the potential trade-offs. You’ll learn: • Who is the […]

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