Introductory Vitreoretinal Wetlab Course

Join our Introductory Vitreoretinal Wetlab Course—a hands-on training experience tailored for ophthalmology trainees with limited VR experience. Learn the core techniques of vitreoretinal surgery in a supportive environment, guided by expert surgeons who adapt their teaching to your individual needs.

Courses dates:
October 25th 2025
November 11th 2025

The registration fee is 400 EUR and covers
the course attendance and meals throughout the event.
The course runs for 8 hours.

Registration for 2025

Registration is open from June 23rd, 2025

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Explore our coursework.

Join us in Prague and learn the basics of VR surgery from experienced VR experts

Practice supplemented by Theory

Enjoy a total of 8 hours of teaching, with practical sessions supplemented with quick theoretical overviews.

European Hub

Meet your fellow colleagues from Europe and beyond in an open and friendly environment to broaden your professional network.

VR Experience

Make use of the unique opportunity to learn the basics of VR surgery while individually supervised by experts in the field.

Springboard to further Growth

You will be equipped with all the skills necessary to participate in intermediate-level wetlab courses in VR and continue on your journey of becoming a skilled VR surgeon.

Meet our lecturers.‍

We are delighted to have hosted such an experienced range of teachers from high quality institutions. Personal teaching is a cornerstone of a successful course and we pride ourselves on delivering this experience to our attendees.

Ivan Fišer, MD PhD

Head of JL Clinic, Prague

Ophthalmologist with 36+ years of experience in VR surgery, former director of VR surgery at Lexum Clinic and at the Department of Ophthalmology, 3rd Faculty of Medicine. Dr. Fišer is internationally trained and recognised for his award-winning innovations.

Tien-En Tan, MBBS(Hons), MMed(Ophth), FRCOphth, FAMS

Singapore National Eye Center, University of Oxford

Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at SNEC and Clinical Assistant Professor at Duke-NUS, currently pursuing a DPhil in Clinical Neuroscience at Oxford, with 50+ publications and multiple international awards.

Doc. Jan Němčanský, MD PhD

Head of Ophthalmolgic Department of University Hospital Ostrava

Ophthalmologist with 16+ years of experience in VR surgery, Head of Department of Ophthalmology, University Hospital Ostrava. Doc. Němčanský is an internationally recognised expert and surgical course lecturer.

Zbyněk Straňák, MD PhD

Vice-head of the Deparment of Ophthalmology FNKV

Ophthalmologist with 7+ years of experience specialising in cataract and VR surgery. Dr. Straňák is serving as the vice-Head of Ophthalmology at 3rd Faculty of Medicine and is conducting research on RPE-based AMD therapy.

Martin Penčák, MD

Department of Ophthalmology FNKV

Ophthalmologist with 10+ years of experience in VR surgery. Dr. Penčák is currently pursuing a PhD in Experimental Surgery at Charles University and is serving as a sub-investigator on multiple retinal clinical trials.

Michal Koubek, MD

Department of Ophthalmology Hradec Králové

Ophthalmologist with 4+ years of experience in VR surgery. Dr. Kubek is currently pursuing a PhD in Ophthalmology at Charles University and is a sub-investigator on several clinical trials.

FAQ

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Who can participate in the VR Wetlab course

The VR Wetlab Course is primarily designed for junior ophthalmology residents who have completed their medical degree and are in the early stages of their ophthalmology training. While prior experience with vitreoretinal surgery is not required, participants should be familiar with the use of a surgical microscope, basic instrument handling, and possess foundational microsurgical skills.

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What does the attendance fee cover?

The attendance fee of 400 EUR coveres the course attendance and meals throughout the event

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Are there accommodation options available?

We’ll work with each participant to secure accommodations that fit their preferences and budget — from discounted university accommodations to carefully selected private options.

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Will refreshments and food be provided at the VR Wetlab Course?

Certainly! During the course, attendees will be offered lunches and snacks together with beverages. Attendees’ dietary needs, preferences and allergies will be taken into account.