COVID-19 guidance on the resumption of eye surgery

ABSTRACT

@#This document offers guidance to help the ophthalmologist plan for the safe resumption of elective surgical care. There are 4 sections (I) COVID-19 Awareness, (II) Preparedness, (III) Patient Issues, and (IV) Delivery of Safe and High-Quality Care. Each section contains key issues to be addressed before elective surgery may be safely reinstituted. Understanding the capabilities of health facilities (e.g., testing, operating rooms) as well as the potential limitations in manpower and supplies will remain important, while keeping an eye out on subsequent waves of COVID-19.