Cataracts are often spoken about as a natural part of getting older. For many people, that is true. The clear lens inside the eye slowly becomes cloudy over time, and the world begins to look dimmer, blurrier, or less colourful than it once did. But aging is not the only reason cataracts form. For people living with diabetes, cataracts can appear earlier and progress faster. This is because diabetes does not only affect blood sugar. It can affect the small, delicate structure

Globally, vision impairment and blindness pose serious public health challenges, with over 1 billion people lacking basic eye care. i In many low- and middle-income countries, especially those in the Caribbean, financial barriers significantly contribute to unmet needs. People without insurance often delay or skip sight-saving procedures due to out-of-pocket costs. This issue is especially prevalent in ophthalmology. Conditions like glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and retin

Cataract surgery is one of the most commonly performed procedures in ophthalmology, often yielding excellent visual outcomes. However, in patients with underlying retinal disease or systemic conditions like diabetes, the stakes are higher and so is the complexity. In these scenarios, retina surgeons bring a unique skill set that can significantly reduce complications and optimize outcomes. A Retina Surgeon has “the expertise advantage” with respect to Dropped Lens Manageme