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Cataracts and Intraocular Lenses

Byers Eye Institute

Cataracts and Intraocular Lenses

Cataract surgery is the most commonly performed eye surgery in the world. Through a state-of-the-art process called phacoemulsification, our surgeons use small incisions with a foldable lens implant that allows for faster and better visual recovery after cataract surgery, with less post-operative astigmatism. In our expert hands, the procedure takes 15 minutes or less to perform.

We offer the latest in technologies in lenses and eye care, including laser cataract surgery and a full range of premium, next-generation intraocular lenses able to correct astigmatism and give both distance and near vision after surgery.

Byers Eye Institute
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2452 Watson Ct
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Phone: 650-723-6995 Getting Here
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2452 Watson Ct
Palo Alto, CA 94303
Phone: 650-723-6995 Getting Here
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Care and Treatment for Cataracts and Intraocular Lenses

How Is Cataract Surgery Performed?

Typically, the natural lens is softened with ultrasound and removed via suction through a very small incision. The removed lens is then replaced with a synthetic clear intraocular lens (IOL), all in less than 20 minutes.

Modern cataract surgery, led by researchers at Stanford, has improved in recent years with the development of the femtosecond laser, which can more safely soften the lens and more precisely make the incisions in the eye than manual and ultrasound techniques.

Custom IOLs that can correct for astigmatism and near vision are now available for selected cases.

Stanford has the newest lasers and other equipment available, including custom IOLs and a highly experienced group of cataract surgeons that can determine whether cataract surgery will benefit patients, and the best type of surgical technique and IOL implant to use.

Learn more about cataract surgery at Byers Eye Institute.

Clinical Trials

Clinical trials are research studies that evaluate a new medical approach, device, drug, or other treatment. As a Stanford Health Care patient, you may have access to the latest, advanced clinical trials.

Open trials refer to studies currently accepting participants. Closed trials are not currently enrolling, but may open in the future.

Open Trials

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Phone: +1 650-723-8561
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PHYSICIAN HELPLINE

Phone: 1-866-742-4811
Fax: 650-320-9443
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Stanford Health Care provides comprehensive services to refer and track patients, as well as the latest information and news for physicians and office staff. For help with all referral needs and questions, visit Referral Information.

You may also submit a web referral or complete a referral form and fax it to 650-320-9443 or email the Referral Center at ReferralCenter@stanfordhealthcare.org.

 

HOW TO REFER

Fax a referral form with supporting documentation to 650-320-9443.

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