WAO February 2026 Webinar

Cataract Surgery Safety: Strategies to Reduce Adverse Events using a Systems Approach

Thursday, February 26, 2026 l 7pm - 8pm CST

Zoom Webinar

Presented by: Michelle Pineda, MBA, Ophthalmic Mutual Insurance Company (OMIC)

The largest number of OMIC claims are related to cataract surgery. Using actual claims and lawsuits, we will discuss the following objectives:

• Identify gaps in systems and processes that increase the risk of adverse outcomes.  
• Recognize system and human factors that contribute to patient harm. 
• Use a systems approach to apply lessons learned from malpractice claims to risk management and patient safety strategies to prevent similar events. 

About Michelle Pineda

Michelle Pineda is a Risk Manager who joined OMIC in January 2014. She holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration (MBA) from St. Mary’s College in Moraga, CA and a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English Literature from California State University, East Bay. Michelle has over 20 years in professional liability Claims, Sales and Risk Management.

About OMIC

Since 1987, OMIC has work to stabilize the insurance market for ophthalmologists, ensure the availability of insurance and appropriate pricing, and provide superior products and services created specifically for the specialty.  The promotion of patient safety and quality of care are key components of OMIC mission.

The session is for physicians and their staff.  Registration is free for WAO members.

Important Note: Please register for the event by clicking the link below.