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Alcon’s SMARTCataract Demonstrates Enhanced Efficiency and Time Savings for Cataract Surgeries

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Saturday, April 23, 2022
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SMARTCataract is the first application in Alcons comprehensive cloud-based platform uniquely designed for surgical ophthalmic practices.

Key Points: 
  • SMARTCataract is the first application in Alcons comprehensive cloud-based platform uniquely designed for surgical ophthalmic practices.
  • SMARTCataract links data systems and most diagnostic devices, including ARGOS Biometer with Image Guidance, with cataract surgical equipment, including LenSx Femtosecond Laser and LuxOR Revalia Ophthalmic Microscope.
  • Now, the SMARTCataract application also connects via the cloud to Alcons Optiwave Refractive Analysis (ORA) SYSTEM with VerifEye+, the only intraoperative aberrometer on the market.
  • Time differences in the diagnostic workup, pre-operative planning, intraoperative preparation and post-op were calculated and compared between the traditional workflow and SMARTCataract.

Alcon Strengthens Leadership in IOL Innovation with Launch of Clareon Portfolio in the U.S.

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Monday, March 7, 2022
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At Alcon, we are consistently pushing the boundaries to deliver transformational innovation to cataract surgeons and their patients, said Ian Bell, President, Global Business & Innovation, Alcon.

Key Points: 
  • At Alcon, we are consistently pushing the boundaries to deliver transformational innovation to cataract surgeons and their patients, said Ian Bell, President, Global Business & Innovation, Alcon.
  • Alcon will be rolling out the Clareon family of IOLs in international markets throughout 2022 and 2023.
  • More than 92% of cataract surgeries are considered successful, and patients typically can return to their normal routines within 24 hours.21
    The family of Clareon intraocular lenses (IOLs) includes the Clareon Aspheric Hydrophobic Acrylic and Clareon Aspheric Toric IOLs, the Clareon PanOptix Trifocal Hydrophobic IOL, Clareon PanOptix Toric, Clareon Vivity Extended Vision Hydrophobic Posterior Chamber IOL and Clareon Vivity Toric IOLs.
  • In addition, the Clareon Toric IOLs are indicated to correct pre-existing corneal astigmatism at the time of cataract surgery.

The Ad Council and Democracy Works Release New Research to Inform "Get out the Vote" Efforts in 2020

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Tuesday, September 24, 2019
Elections, Voter turnout, Democracy, Flaxman

NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ad Council and Democracy Works today released a new research report, "Driving Voter Turnout in 2020: Research on Effective Messaging Strategies for Each Generation."

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ad Council and Democracy Works today released a new research report, "Driving Voter Turnout in 2020: Research on Effective Messaging Strategies for Each Generation."
  • "Democracy Works is leading the effort to dramatically increase voter turnout rates in America, and this research will help us accomplish that goal," said Seth Flaxman, CEO, Democracy Works.
  • This research was one of the inaugural projects of Ad Council Edge, the Ad Council's new strategic consultancy.
  • The Ad Council and Democracy Works will release additional insights from these populations in the coming months.