Leading with Innovation: CODET Showcases Research at ASCRS 2026

We are proud to share that a delegation of CODET Vision Institute ophthalmologists recently attended the ASCRS Annual Meeting 2026 in Washington, D.C., one of the most important gatherings in the world of eye care, where our team not only learned from the best but also contributed to the global conversation.

About ASCRS

ASCRS (American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery) is the leading professional society dedicated to anterior segment surgeons, physicians who specialize in cataract surgery, refractive surgery, cornea, and glaucoma. With members across more than 70 countries, ASCRS drives innovation, education, and advocacy in the field, empowering surgeons to deliver the highest possible level of care to their patients.

ASCRS Annual Meeting (2026)

The ASCRS Annual Meeting is the society’s flagship event and the largest gathering in the United States dedicated exclusively to anterior segment surgery. Each year it brings together thousands of ophthalmologists, researchers, and industry leaders from around the world to share scientific advances, surgical techniques, and clinical best practices.

This year’s meeting brought together thousands of anterior segment surgeons and eye care professionals from across the globe for four days of intensive scientific exchange. The program featured over 300 hours of education spanning live demonstrations, surgical skills labs, symposia, paper sessions, instructional courses, and workshops covering the latest advances in cataract, refractive, cornea, and glaucoma care. An expansive exhibit hall showcased cutting-edge technology from more than 200 industry partners, making it a truly unparalleled window into the present and future of ophthalmic surgery.

Poster Presentations

Among the highlights of our delegation’s participation was the presentation of scientific posters by members of our fellowship program. Notably, some of the posters presented included:

• “Adjusting Biometry to Predict Implantable Collamer Lens Vault Using Anterior Chamber Optical Coherence Tomography,” presented by Anterior Segment Fellow Dr. Roberto Varela
• “Performance Comparison between Two Generations of Hydrophobic Acrylic Trifocal Intraocular Lenses,” presented by Anterior Segment Fellow Dr. Karina Nicole Ortíz

Having CODET fellows presenting their research at a meeting of this caliber is a reflection of the rigorous academic environment we cultivate at our institution — and a testament to the quality of scientific work our trainees produce. Their presence on the international stage is a source of immense pride for the entire CODET family.

Dr. Erik Navas’s Featured Lecture

Dr. Erik Navas Villar presented a lecture on his most recent study titled: “Validation of an Artificial Intelligence–Based Model for Vault Prediction after Implantable Collamer Lens Surgery” This study evaluated the accuracy of an artificial intelligence–based predictive model for vault estimation in patients undergoing Implantable Collamer Lens (ICL) implantation, using preoperative Anterior Segment Swept-Source OCT data acquired with the Anterion system (Heidelberg Engineering).

Dr. Navas’s lecture represented one of the most significant academic contributions from our institution at this year’s meeting. Implantable Collamer Lens surgery is a transformative refractive procedure for patients who are not candidates for laser vision correction, and one of the most critical variables in its success is achieving the correct vault — the distance between the implanted lens and the crystalline lens. Too little or too much vault can lead to serious complications, making accurate preoperative prediction essential.

By harnessing the precision of Anterior Segment Swept-Source OCT imaging and the power of artificial intelligence, this study sought to improve on traditional vault prediction methods, potentially reducing the risk of suboptimal outcomes and enhancing the overall safety and efficacy of ICL surgery. The research was co-authored by Dr. Arturo Chayet, whose decades of expertise in refractive surgery provided the clinical foundation on which the study was built.

A reflection of our commitment

CODET Vision Institute’s presence at the ASCRS Annual Meeting 2026 speaks to something we have always believed: that excellence in patient care and excellence in scientific contribution go hand in hand. Being part of this international forum as learners, as researchers, and as presenters, is how we stay at the forefront of our field and bring the very best of global ophthalmology back to our patients in Tijuana and beyond.

We congratulate Dr. Erik Navas, Dr. Chayet, and all the fellows who represented CODET on this stage. Their work not only elevates our institution, it contributes meaningfully to the advancement of eye care worldwide. Moments like these remind us why the pursuit of knowledge is at the heart of everything we do at CODET Vision Institute.