Step 2: Lab & Simulation Training
Cross the bridge between theory and live ocular surgery. Find guidance and resources for accessing and making the most of dry labs, wet labs, and simulation platforms, the gold standard in ophthalmic training. Select any of the international programs we support to get special rates and skip their waiting list.
The Core of Surgical Readiness
Confidence comes from repetition. Excellence in ophthalmology is built before the first real incision. This is your gateway to the most effective learning environments outside the operating room.
Risk-free Environment to Refine Critical Maneuvers
Practice essential ophthalmic surgery skills without the pressure of real patient risk.
Feedback-Rich Learning to Correct Technique Early
Receive immediate feedback to fine-tune your surgical technique and build confidence.
Build Muscle Memory Before Operating on Real Patients
Develop the muscle memory for smooth, precise performance in the OR.
Choose a Subspecialty
Cataract Surgery Training
All-round ophthalmology hands-on course for practical surgical skills. Participants rotate through 6 workstations with wet labs, dry labs and simulators. No lectures.
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Dates: 24 October 2026
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Duration: 1 day
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Location: Dusseldorf, Germany
Practice on Haag-Streit EyeSi® Simulators, Bioniko artificial eyes, and get access to the latest technology in simulation surgery.
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Dates: Flexible
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Duration: 1 week/2 weeks
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Price: €3950 (Phase 1&2)
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Location: Barcelona, Spain
Vitreoretinal Courses
All-round ophthalmology hands-on course for practical surgical skills. Participants rotate through 6 workstations with wet labs, dry labs and simulators. No lectures.
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Dates: 24 October 2026
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Duration: 1 day
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Location: Dusseldorf, Germany

Glaucoma Training
All-round ophthalmology hands-on course for practical surgical skills. Participants rotate through 6 workstations with wet labs, dry labs and simulators. No lectures.
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Dates: 24 October 2026
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Duration: 1 day
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Location: Dusseldorf, Germany
Oculoplastic & Eyelids
All-round ophthalmology hands-on course for practical surgical skills. Participants rotate through 6 workstations with wet labs, dry labs and simulators. No lectures.
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Dates: 24 October 2026
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Duration: 1 day
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Location: Dusseldorf, Germany
Refractive Surgery Training
All-round ophthalmology hands-on course for practical surgical skills. Participants rotate through 6 workstations with wet labs, dry labs and simulators. No lectures.
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Dates: 24 October 2026
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Duration: 1 day
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Location: Dusseldorf, Germany
Cornea & Trauma
All-round ophthalmology hands-on course for practical surgical skills. Participants rotate through 6 workstations with wet labs, dry labs and simulators. No lectures.
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Dates: 24-25 October 2026
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Duration: 2 days
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Location: Dusseldorf, Germany
15 hours of wet lab training (work with human tissues) in DMEK, including graft preparation and implantation.
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Dates: 15-16 October 2026
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Registration fee: €3500
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Location: Prague, Czech Republic
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Discount code: OPH24

