Eyesi Surgical offers a lifelike, immersive training environment and highly realistic simulation of intraocular tissue and fluidics in real-time. The simulator introduces novices to the first steps while more advanced eye surgeons can hone specific skills – without the risk of complications for real patients. Just as in real surgery, discreet instrument movements are required to avoid undue wound stress, loss of viscoelastic, or diminished red reflex. Thoughtful design features embed proper ergonomics into daily training to become habitual in the OR, such as a motorized operating table, ergonomic foot-switch positioning, and a tiltable microscope.

More than a task-based training system for learning cataract and retina surgery, Eyesi Surgical is a transformative surgical training solution to support every stage of a surgeon’s journey to surgical readiness. Eyesi Surgical empowers trainees of all levels to develop and hone their cognitive, psychomotor, and mental skills – from day one of formal ophthalmological training through to completion and beyond.

Starting with basic skills, the didactically structured courseware of the Eyesi Surgical simulator leads trainees step-by-step to proficiency. The modular courseware concept makes it easy to integrate simulator training into residency programs. The courseware is available in English, Chinese (simplified), French, Russian, and Spanish. Eyesi Surgical allows residents to practice at a level of difficulty appropriate for their current skill level. The training tasks break down complex surgical techniques into smaller pieces. Introductory online medical courses on the VRmNet web portal complement the practical training on the simulator. The number of Eyesi training modules is continually expanding.

Upon completion of each task, Eyesi Surgical presents trainees with a detailed evaluation of their surgical performance. The system captures various parameters related to microscope and instrument handling, surgical efficiency and tissue handling. The detailed feedback enables physicians to systematically improve their skills. Networked simulators even provide a ranking of individual performance compared to the performance of other Eyesi users. Educators also maintain an overview of the current training status of their cohorts at all times via the VRmNet portal.

The Eyesi Surgical cataract courses include surgery training modules for capsulorhexis, hydro dissection, phaco, irrigation/aspiration, and IOL insertion as well as complications management. Abstract simulation tasks repeat and reinforce microsurgical motor skills, microscope handling, and understanding of spatial boundaries – as well as teaching informed choices about the location of incisions.  By completing steps in a workflow – rather than finishing one aspect and moving to the next – trainees learn how their decisions impact the outcome and can refine their techniques to achieve success. The aim of Haag-Streit is to offer residents a complete cataract surgery in one complete simulation in future releases.

For training posterior segment surgeries, the Eyesi Surgical platform can be equipped with a vitreoretinal interface including wide-angle auxiliary optics. After introductory exercises on basic surgical skills, training modules are available for posterior hyaloid detachment, internal limiting membrane (ILM) detachment, epiretinal membrane removal or retinal detachment treatment.

VRmNet is a web-based service for networked training simulators offering online courses for trainees and administration tools for educators. The web portal enables centralized remote administration and comprehensive monitoring of users, training activities, and learning performance. The personalized VRmNet dashboard can be accessed online from any computer or mobile device 24/7.

Numerous studies have validated the training concepts of training simulators by Haag-Streit Simulation and have proven that beginners, residents, and experienced doctors benefit from simulator training.

To keep your simulator up to date with the latest features and improvements, Haag-Streit offers a Gold Software Package (GSP). This allows customers to take advantage of the latest platform updates and developments during the support period. Click below to find more information about current and previous releases.

As the only authorised UK service agent for Haag-Streit Simulation, why trust your equipment with any other service department? Our Field Service Engineers have been fully-trained and accredited by the manufacturer and only use genuine parts and materials, so you can rest assured your Eyesi Simulator is calibrated to the highest standards. We carry out an annual preventative maintenance visit for all our contract customers, during which our engineers carry out an internal and external visual inspection, comprehensive functional and performance testing, cleaning of mechanical and optical assemblies, and replacement of worn components.