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You’d be forgiven if you thought cataracts were only a later-in-life issue. Of course, for the vast majority, it is an age-related condition. However, early-onset cataracts also blight those with far fewer years under their belt.

Cataract surgery is, most usually, carried out on one eye at a time. However, in a small number of cases, there is a possibility to have what’s known as a bilateral procedure. In other words, having cataract surgery on both eyes on the same day.

There are two types of cataract surgery—traditional and laser-assisted/premium. The former comes with a time-tested procedure where the surgeon performs the intricate operation by hand and fits a mono-focus intraocular lens (IOL).

The vast majority of cataract surgeries proceed without any issues. However, it’s important that anyone due to undergo such an operation (and those close to them) know what cataract surgery emergency symptoms to look out for.

Yes, sudden blindness can occur in one or both eyes. It’s a medical emergency and you should seek help as soon as possible.

A cataract surgeon undergoes many years of training, first gaining a medical degree and then specializing in the field of vision. The short answer to, how many years of school does it take to be a cataract surgeon?