Lab Opportunities

The Global Ophthalmology Summit Program Committee is pleased to offer wet labs and simulations exclusively to attendees of the Global Ophthalmology Summit. Attendees are eligible to sign up for one experience per lab on a first-come, first-served basis.
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MSICS Level 1 Training Wet Lab

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August 15 and 16 | 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:30 p.m., or 3 p.m. 

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SEE International is providing attendees with an opportunity to obtain a comprehensive awareness of the recent developments in the clinical management of cataract extraction in humanitarian settings.  

 

Upon conclusion of the wet lab, participants should be able to:

• Explain the latest developments in Manual Small Incision Cataract Surgery (MSICS)

• Participate with a mentor in low-technology MSICS in humanitarian setting

• Demonstrate skills needed for proficiency in this procedure

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This course will be organized into wet lab sessions, covering the technical components of MSICS. In the wet lab, participants will work at stations equipped with microscopes, instruments, and training tissue. Faculty members will demonstrate the technique and rotate, supervise, and assist the participants.

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Note: This wet lab is not for medical students. It is a non-accredited wet lab for attendees.

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MSICS, Complications Management, Suturing and Phacoemulsification: Instructor-Led Simulation-Based
Training Experience

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August 15 and 16 | 8 a.m. to 3:40 p.m. 

 

HelpMeSee is providing attendees with an opportunity to experience surgial simulation like never before. Step into the future of cataract surgery education with a hands-on demonstration of the HelpMeSee Eye Surgery Simulator. Designed for both ophthalmology trainees and seasoned professionals, this immersive experience showcases the impact of instructor-led, virtual reality (VR) simulation training. HelpMeSee is a global non-profit dedicated to training tens of thousands of cataract specialists worldwide using instructor-led, virtual reality simulation-based training. 

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During your demo, you’ll experience: 

• How VR simulation with expert guidance improves surgical accuracy and confidence 

• The critical role of tactile realism in mastering delicate procedures 

• Why simulation training works across all skill levels—from beginner to experienced surgeon ​

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Upon completion of the experience, participants should be able to:

• Understand the concept of instructor-led, virtual reality simulation-based training.

• Recognize the importance of lifelike, haptic feedback in simulation.

• Clearly see how simulation-based training is appropriate for those in all levels of skill and experience.

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​​​Cataract and Anterior Vitrectomy Wet Lab

 

August 15 and 16 | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

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Oertli Instrumente AG is providing attendees with an opportunity to experience the performance of the CataRhex3 surgical platform. The CR3 is the ideal phaco unit for teaching and implementing cataract eradication programs.

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Upon completion of the wet lab, participants should be able to: 

• Know the functions and features of the platform and when, how and why to use them

• Have an understanding of the easyPhaco technology and its principles.

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Registration will take place onsite at the Summit. 

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John A. Moran Eye Center's Medical Student Wet Lab

 

August 15 and 16 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

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Medical students are invited to participate in a basic surgical skills wet lab. Please do not sign up above. Contact Lori McCoy with questions. 

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Susvimo/Port Delivery System VR Simulator

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August 15 and 16 | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

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The virtual reality simulator provides the ideal wet lab experience, simulating the Susvimo/Port Delivery System implant procedure for trainees or surgeons. Participants will be guided through all seven steps of the surgical procedure using virtual reality simulators, alongside a trained surgical device specialist.

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Registration will take place onsite at the Summit.