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The Surgeon Psyche

From the Editor: The Surgeon Psyche: Guiding Patients in the Interventional Era

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    Key points include:

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    The importance of effective patient counseling in glaucoma treatment.

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    Patients fear surgery and prefer drops, even if the latter is less effective.

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    Glaucoma should be reframed as a serious condition.

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    Align treatment discussions with patients' personal experiences.

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    Engage the healthcare team to support patient education and adherence.

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The Surgeon Psyche

  • by Nathan M. Radcliffe, MD

  • May 1, 2026

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