Compassionate Medical Education
For Those who Heal the World
Practical Knowledge and More.
✔ AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
✔ Flexible, On-Demand Access
✔ Comprehensive Learning Pathway
✔ High-Quality Video Demonstrations
✔ Expert Instruction
✔ Hands-On Training Opportunities
✔ Interactive Assessments
✔ Increase your Impact
Meet Your Instructor
Dr. Jeffery J Rutgard, MD, MS, is one of the most experienced humanitarian ophthalmologists in the United States, having dedicated his career to providing high-quality cataract surgery to underserved populations. With over 25,000 procedures performed over 300 mission trips on six continents, Dr. Rutgard brings invaluable insight and real-world experience to this training program. He is the founder of iSight Missions and actively mentors ophthalmologists in MSICS techniques for global impact. His unwavering compassion and dedication to caring for the poor have shaped his mission to train the next generation of humanitarian surgeons.
Cataract Training Is Urgent
- Cataracts are the leading cause of preventable blindness worldwide, affecting over 94 million people.
- MSICS is fast, low-cost, and effective, ideal for low-resource settings.
- Surgeon shortages and a growing backlog leave millions without care.
- Vision restoration transforms lives, restoring independence, productivity, and dignity.
- MSICS training empowers local providers, building sustainable eye care capacity.
What We Teach
- Surgical Technique: Step-by-step guidance for precision and efficiency
- Safety Protocols: Best practices to minimize risk and prevent complications
- Risk Management: Decision-making strategies for complex cases
- Optimization: Techniques to improve outcomes and streamline care
"His ability to break down concepts leads to a better grasp of essential skills that will ultimately improve patient outcomes."
J.K., MD
Comprehensive Ophthalmologist
"Dr. Rutgard embodies the highest standards of surgical expertise, educational excellence, and humanitarian service."
A.S., MD
Uveitis and Comprehensive Ophthalmology
"Dr. Rutgard is a gifted and highly skilled eye surgeon and an extraordinary teacher and mentor."
E.N., MD
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