Unlock your microsurgical potential in ophthalmology. Develop essential skills in periocular, cornea, and cataract surgery.

About the Course

Join the University of Sydney’s Short Course in Microsurgical Skills for Ophthalmology — a practical, hands-on training designed for medical residents, ophthalmic registrars, and junior doctors interested in advancing their surgical expertise. 
This comprehensive program combines 10 hours of online lectures with a 3-day intensive practical workshop from October 23 to 25, 2025 at the Sight for Life Laboratory on the Sydney Hospital campus. 

Why Enrol? 

-Gain foundational surgical skills in periocular, skin and cataract procedures
-Work with state of the art equipment, including phacoemulsification machines and simulators
-Learn from experienced consultants and senior registrars from Australia, New Zealand, and the UK
-Prepare for the evolving landscape of ophthalmic surgery with hands-on practice and mentorships

Note: from 2023, this course is compulsory for first-year ophthalmology registrar training.

Course Highlights
Basic Skills & Techniques

-Suturing and wound closure
-Corneal suturing and microsurgery setup
-Eye muscle attachment
-Periocular anaesthesia and injections

Surgical Procedures & Practice

-Eyelid procedurs: lateral canthotomy, tarsorrhaphy, lid repair
-Periocular draping and sterile technique
-Cataract surgery: capsulorrhexis, phacoemulsification, IOL insertion
-Hands-on with EyeSi Cataract Simulator

Intensive Wet Labs & Workshops

-Cadaveric surgical practice
-Traction suture techniques
-Simulated cataract surgery and techniques to minimise hand tremor 

Secure your spot. 
Develop confidence, refine your surgical skills, and stay current with modern ophthalmology techniques. 

Course Delivery Method

Face to face

Ten hours of on-line lectures which must be reviewed before attending the face-to-face course.