72-17-311 . Eye enucleations -- enucleators -- qualifications. (1) Eye enucleations for purposes of anatomical gifts may be performed: (a) by a licensed physician or surgeon; or (b) by an enucleator trained in eye enucleation. (2) An acceptable course in eye enucleation must include the anatomy and physiology of the eye, instruction in maintaining a sterile field during the enucleation procedure, and use of appropriate instruments and sterile procedures for removal and preservation of corneal tissue. (3) Certification of satisfactory completion of a course in eye enucleation must be provided by the ophthalmologist who teaches the course. This certification qualifies an enucleator to perform eye enucleations for a period of 3 years from the date of completion of the course.
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