OphthalmoClub
Surgical Simulation in Ophthalmology
Vitreoretinal Simulation Course
Hands-on surgical simulation course focused on core vitreoretinal surgical techniques.
Designed to support the development of surgical control in vitreoretinal procedures through a structured, stepwise simulation approach.
Activities are conducted in a controlled wet-lab environment with a strong focus on instrument handling, surgical orientation, and intraoperative workflow.
Participants engage in key steps of vitreoretinal surgery through repeated hands-on practice, developing precision, coordination, and procedural confidence.
Course Aims
This course provides participants the opportunity to engage with core vitreoretinal surgical steps in a controlled simulation setting. By the end of the course, participants will have:
- Practiced vitrectomy system setup and instrument preparation in a simulated environment.
- Engaged with core vitrectomy maneuvers under microscopic guidance on ex vivo ocular tissue.
- Practiced peripheral vitreous removal exercises with controlled instrument positioning in a wet-lab setting.
- Worked through a fluid–air exchange maneuver on a simulated posterior segment.
- Explored key intraoperative landmarks and orientation cues during the simulated vitrectomy workflow.
What You Will Practice
- Surgical setup and instrument handling
- Core vitrectomy techniques
- Peripheral vitreous removal
- Fluid–air exchange
- Basic intraoperative maneuvers
Simulation Format
- Hands-on wet-lab practice
- Small-group format
- Direct supervision
- Repeated surgical practice
Participant Profile
- Surgeons seeking to develop practical experience in vitreoretinal techniques
- Ophthalmic surgeons interested in simulation-based vitreoretinal practice
- Ex vivo ocular tissue and artificial eye models.
Course Director
Prof. Nagihan Uğurlu, MD, PhD, FEBO
Ophthalmologist with clinical and academic experience in vitreoretinal surgery and surgical training in ophthalmology.
Other Simulation Courses
Experience
Real surgical environment
Real instruments
Focused surgical practice
Course dates and participation details are shared upon request.
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