Goal:
Proficiency in the theoretical foundations, the performance of different surgical techniques and the management of
complications within complex oculoplastic and reconstructive operations of cornea, sclera, lids and lacrimal system.
Content and programme:
The 3 day course consists of compact lectures which cover the theoretical basics for the following extensive hands-on
wet-labs. The main topics are:
Suturing techniques (corneal, scleral, lid, lacrimal)
Lid reconstruction (skin grafts)
Lacrimal reconstruction (silicon ring intubation, bicanaliculary intubation to the nose)
Corneal laceration and perforations
Scleral rupture
Corneal transplantation
Keratoplasty à chaud
Globe rupture
The microsurgical training modules will be accompanied by lectures. Each participant will have a minimum
duration of 14 hours for extensive hands-on surgeries on the human tissue.
The programme of the first day concentrates on the theoretical background. In addition to lectures, the second
and third day focus mainly on intensive practical trainings.
Participants:
This in-depth workshop is addressed to hospital based ophthalmic surgeons and ophthalmologic practitioners to improve
their theoretical and practical competence in a unique manner.
Please note: Due to the extraordinary course setup the number of participants is limited to a maximum of 15 persons.
Approach and method:
The lectures are followed by a step-by-step approach. Assisted with video equipment the course directors will demonstrate
live how to perform the adequate surgical procedure before you will work directly on your own human specimen.
A team of medical instructors will respond to your questions taking your individual skills into consideration, give advice and
personal assistance.
Event Details
WhenWähringer Gürtel 18-20, 1090 Wien
Further information
Tel.: +43 2243/20 898 20
Mail: office@ophthalmictrainings.com
Location