Age wise— the sweet spot for a cataract surgeon is probably 45-55. Experience counts for an awful lot. Obviously there are great surgeons who are much younger and also those who are older and still great.
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Try an angled Kuglen alsoThank you all for the help. I tried using an angled Sinsky as my second instrument and it actually seemed a bit easier to crack than with a drysdale. But, I was a little worried because the end seemed a bit sharp. Maybe I will try the Seibel next time.
An angled Sinskey hook does sound quite sharp to me to be using for a second instrument. I typically will only use the Sinskey hook for opening arcuate corneal incisions or reopening a paracentesis if I return to the OR. I use the Lester lens manipulator for rotating a toric IOL as it is safer and less sharp and gets a better grip. The Lester can also be useful for positioning a malyugen ring. The Connor wand is a really great and safe option for you to use as your second instrument if you have not tried it.Thank you all for the help. I tried using an angled Sinsky as my second instrument and it actually seemed a bit easier to crack than with a drysdale. But, I was a little worried because the end seemed a bit sharp. Maybe I will try the Seibel next time.