EC Ophthalmology

The world of ophthalmology, indeed the world of medicine, has been forever altered by the life, work, and enduring legacy of Dr. I. Howard Fine. His passing on August 29, 2024, marks not just the loss of a towering figure in cataract and refractive surgery but the departure of a man whose innovative genius and compassionate spirit have left an indelible mark on the field. It is with both profound sorrow and great admiration that we reflect on his extraordinary journey, his groundbreaking contributions to medicine, and his lasting influence on the lives of countless patients and surgeons worldwide.

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2. Fine I Howard., et al. "Phacoemulsification and its applications in modern cataract surgery”. Ophthalmology Clinics of North America 3 (2004): 253-267.
3. American Academy of Ophthalmology. "Dr. I. Howard Fine: A Tribute to a Pioneer in Cataract Surgery”. AAO News (2024).
4. American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery. "In Memoriam: Dr. I. Howard Fine”. ASCRS EyeWorld, 2024.
5. Storm Eye Institute, MUSC. "The Legacy of Dr. I. Howard Fine: Innovator and Educator”. Eye Innovations Journal* 34.1 (2024).