Challenges of starting a refractive surgery centre [abstract]

ABSTRACT

The challeneges of starting a refractive surgery practice in Trinidad and Tobago will be discussed including the financial aspects such as obtaining finance, negotiating best deals and the various ways of saving start up cost. The attitudes of patients regarding local versus foreign expertise and the resultant impact will be addressed. The methods of dealing with various market forces including colleagues and patient financing will be debated. (AU)