If you’ve ever had surgery and wondered why the staff keeps confirming your name, date of birth, and which eye is being operated on — there’s a reason, and it’s not what most people think.
In this short from Eye Surgery Today, surgeons explain what a surgical timeout is, why it’s required before every cataract procedure, and why this zero-tolerance safety protocol is one of the most important moments in the operating room.
Watch more surgeon-led eye education on the Eye Surgery Today channel.
This video is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
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The educational content and views presented are solely those of the participating physicians, whom are not being compensated for their time. This program receives support from Bausch + Lomb, Johnson & Johnson, Alcon and RxSight.
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