Phacoemulsification 1 — Basic Techniques is the first in a series of DVDs forming the complete Video Atlas of Eye Surgery. The atlas will consist of five sections: phacoemulsification, vitreoretinal, glaucoma, refractive and orbital, lacrimal and lids. Each section is planned to have three subsections, concentrating on (1) basic techniques, (2) challenging cases, and (3) complications. The authors are a well respected international group of experienced ophthalmologists. They aim to provide a comprehensive and structured surgical training programme based on their experience of the topics presented. Their …