Join the Wet Labs on the most advanced techniques in corneal and anterior segment surgeries, using human corneas and surgical simulators. During the course, there will be theoretical classes and hands-on training under the coordination and instruction of leading global experts in the field, such as Vincenzo Sarnicola, Soosan Jacob, Barry Lee, Anthony Aldave, Luis Izquierdo Jr., Carlos H. Gordillo, Nicolas Pereira, Lúcio Maranhão, Leonardo Torquetti, among other renowned surgeons.
Format: Theoretical session (30 min) followed by practical training (120 min)
Target audience:
Ophthalmologists with an interest in corneal and anterior segment surgery.
Important information
Initial theoretical program with demonstrations and technical guidance.
Practical training on human corneas (materials and infrastructure included).
To enroll in the wet labs, registration in the congress is required.
Limited spots available! Register now!
Wet labs available:
WET LAB – DMEK: 2026-11-12 – 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM – Group 1
Date/Time:
November 12, 2026 (Thursday), from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Vacancies:
20
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced training in Descemet Membrane Endothelial Keratoplasty (DMEK) techniques. The instructional program comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured practical training in a wet laboratory environment utilizing human corneas. Particular emphasis will be placed on graft preparation, safe and efficient insertion, and the application of different techniques for controlled graft unfolding. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and refined technical proficiency in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of DMEK procedures.
Coordinators:
Nicolas C. Pereira, Lúcio Maranhão, Luis F. Mejía, Friederich Kruse.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – DSEK/DSAEK: 2026-11-12 – 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM – Group 1
Date/Time:
November 12, 2026 (Thursday), from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Vacancies:
10
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced training in Descemet’s Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK) and Descemet’s Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK) techniques. The instructional program comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured practical training in a wet laboratory environment utilizing human corneas. Particular emphasis will be placed on graft preparation using both manual and automated microkeratome techniques. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and technical proficiency in the safe and efficient preparation, insertion, and accurate positioning of DSEK and DSAEK grafts.
Coordinators:
Victor Antunes, Luciene Barbosa, Alejandro Navas, Barry Lee.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – DMEK: 2026-11-12 – 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM – Group 2
Date/Time:
November 12, 2026 (Thursday), from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Vacancies:
10
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced training in Descemet’s Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK) and Descemet’s Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK) techniques. The instructional program comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured practical training in a wet laboratory environment utilizing human corneas. Particular emphasis will be placed on graft preparation using both manual and automated microkeratome techniques. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and technical proficiency in the safe and efficient preparation, insertion, and accurate positioning of DSEK and DSAEK grafts.
Coordinators:
Victor Antunes, Luciene Barbosa, Alejandro Navas, Barry Lee.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – DSEK/DSAEK: 2026-11-12 – 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM – Group 2
Date/Time:
November 12, 2026 (Thursday), from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Vacancies:
10
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced training in Descemet’s Stripping Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSEK) and Descemet’s Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK) techniques. The instructional program comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured practical training in a wet laboratory environment utilizing human corneas. Particular emphasis will be placed on graft preparation using both manual and automated microkeratome techniques. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and technical proficiency in the safe and efficient preparation, insertion, and accurate positioning of DSEK and DSAEK grafts.
Coordinators:
Victor Antunes, Luciene Barbosa, Alejandro Navas, Barry Lee.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – RING (ICRS): 2026-11-12 – 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM – Group 1
Date/Time:
November 12, 2026 (Thursday), from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Vacancies:
20
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced training in intrastromal corneal ring segment (ICRS) implantation techniques. The instructional program comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured practical training in a wet laboratory environment utilizing human corneas. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and refined technical proficiency in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of ICRS implantation procedures.
Coordinators:
Leonardo Torquetti, Edna Almodin, Francisco Sánchez León, Olivier Prisant.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – CORNEAL TATTOOING: 2026-11-12 – 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM – Group 1
Date/Time:
November 12, 2026 (Thursday), from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Vacancies:
10
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced instruction in keratopigmentation techniques, encompassing both manual and automated approaches. The curriculum consists of a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured, hands‑on training in a wet laboratory setting utilizing human corneas. By the conclusion of the program, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and technical proficiency in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of keratopigmentation procedures aimed at restoring the natural appearance of blind eyes affected by corneal opacities.
Coordinators:
Alexandre da Costa, Giovanni Garotti, Cristiano U. Becker, Michelle Farah Santinello.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – RING (ICRS): 2026-11-12 – 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM – Group 2
Date/Time:
November 12, 2026 (Thursday), from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Vacancies:
20
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced training in intrastromal corneal ring segment (ICRS) implantation techniques. The instructional program comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured practical training in a wet laboratory environment utilizing human corneas. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and refined technical proficiency in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of ICRS implantation procedures.
Coordinators:
Leonardo Torquetti, Edna Almodin, Francisco Sánchez León, Olivier Prisant.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – CORNEAL TATTOOING: 2026-11-12 – 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM – Group 2
Date/Time:
November 12, 2026 (Thursday), from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Vacancies:
10
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced instruction in keratopigmentation techniques, encompassing both manual and automated approaches. The curriculum consists of a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured, hands‑on training in a wet laboratory setting utilizing human corneas. By the conclusion of the program, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and technical proficiency in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of keratopigmentation procedures aimed at restoring the natural appearance of blind eyes affected by corneal opacities.
Coordinators:
Alexandre da Costa, Giovanni Garotti, Cristiano U. Becker, Michelle Farah Santinello.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – PHAKIC IOLs: 2026-11-13 – 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM – Group 1
Date/Time:
November 13, 2026 (Friday), from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Vacancies:
20
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced training in the implantation techniques of posterior chamber phakic intraocular lenses and iris‑fixated lenses. The instructional program comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured, hands‑on training in a wet laboratory environment utilizing surgical simulators. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and technical proficiency in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of procedures involving different models of phakic intraocular lenses.
Coordinators:
Adriana S. Forseto, Mauro Campos, José Manuel Vargas, Roberto Zaldivar.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – IOL FIXATION (SCLERAL and ARTISAN FOR APHAKIA): 2026-11-13 – 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM – Group 1
Date/Time:
November 13, 2026 (Friday), from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Vacancies:
10
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced training in techniques for scleral fixation of intraocular lenses and iris fixation in the management of aphakia. The instructional program comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured practical training in a wet laboratory environment utilizing surgical simulators. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and refined technical competence in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of the proposed intraocular lens fixation techniques.
Coordinators:
Walton Nosé, Sérgio Kwitko, Alfonso Sabater, Luis Izquierdo Jr.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – CAIRS: 2026-11-13 – 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM – Group 1
Date/Time:
November 13, 2026 (Friday), from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Vacancies:
20
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course offers advanced instruction in the Corneal Allogenic Intrastromal Ring Segment (CAIRS) technique, encompassing both manual application and the use of femtosecond laser technology. The program consists of a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured practical training in a wet laboratory setting with human corneas. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and technical proficiency in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of the CAIRS procedure.
Coordinators:
Aline Moriyama, Sandro Coscarelli, Carlos Gordillo, Soosan Jacob.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – PUPILLOPLASTY: 2026-11-13 – 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM – Group 1
Date/Time:
November 13, 2026 (Friday), from 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Vacancies:
10
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides specialized instruction in advanced pupiloplasty techniques. The curriculum comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of structured practical training in a wet lab utilizing surgical simulators. By the conclusion of the program, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and refined technical competence in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of pupiloplasty procedures.
Coordinators:
Leiser Franco M. Filho, Guillermo Amescua, Enrique O. Graue-Hernandéz, Roberto Pineda.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – DALK BIG BUBBLE (BB and PEELING OFF): 2026-11-13 – 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM – Group 1
Date/Time:
November 13, 2026 (Friday), from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Vacancies:
20
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course offers advanced training in Deep Anterior Lamellar Keratoplasty (DALK), encompassing both the Big Bubble and manual techniques. The instructional format includes a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of intensive practical training in a wet lab utilizing human corneas. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and refined technical proficiency in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of the various DALK techniques.
Coordinators:
Ramon Ghanem, Ernesto Otero, Enrica Sarnicola, Vincenzo Sarnicola.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
WET LAB – CAIRS: 2026-11-13 – 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM – Group 2
Date/Time:
November 13, 2026 (Friday), from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Vacancies:
20
Fee until July 31:
R$ 810,00 (subject to availability)
Objective:
This course provides advanced training in the Corneal Allogenic Intrastromal Ring Segment (CAIRS) technique, both in its manual form and with the use of femtosecond laser technology. The instructional program comprises a 30‑minute theoretical lecture followed by two hours of intensive practical training in a wet lab utilizing human corneas. By the conclusion of the course, participants are expected to demonstrate comprehensive knowledge and technical proficiency in the appropriate indication, surgical planning, and execution of the procedure.
Coordinators:
Aline Moriyama, Sandro Coscarelli, Carlos Gordillo, Soosan Jacob.
Registration:
Please send your request by email, including your contact phone number and the course name, to: [email protected]
