EDUCATION LIKE YOU'VE NEVER SEEN BEFORE
Discover the most comprehensive refractive surgery education with REFRATIVA R.I.O.
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SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM for 2024
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+75h of theory
+100 classes
+40 hands on Wet Labs
Welcome to REFRATIVA R.I.O., where we redefine the way we teach and share knowledge. Our mission is to provide refractive surgery education like never seen before.
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We use a clear and logical approach to present all relevant data.
Our goal is to share knowledge in a didactic way, providing a unique learning experience for our students.
REFRATIVA R.I.O. is a 5-day immersion course.
Our Hands ON - Wet/Dry Labs
REFRATIVA R.I.O. confirmed
Wet Labs
Our hands-on training takes place in specialized rooms with experienced coordinators.
The student has the chance to train what they will put into practice.
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Wet/Dry LABs confirmed:
LASIK with FEMTO
LASIK with MK
PRK – with different techniques
SMILE
Crosslinking
Ring – surgical practice and
planning
Pterygium with glue
Phakic Lens (Anterior and Posterior)
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Excimer Laser: Panning
Alcon wavelight | Schwind | Zeiss Mel 80/90
Baucsh & Lmb | Visx
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Basic and advanced module devices
Pentacam
Galilei
Corvis
Keratograph
Anterior segment OCT
Anterior Vitrectomy
Scleral/Yamane Fixation
with iChamber
DMEK
CAIRS
iLUX Pulsed Light
MIGS iStent
GATT
Cyclophotocoagulation
Biometrics and IOL calculation
IOL Planning
Multifocal and toric
Therapeutic keratopigmentation
Artificial iris
UNIVERSO BASICO of
REFRATIVA R.I.O.
Premieres this year
the basic module
during the course
march 27th from 5pm to 9pm
4hours with basic classes
and multiple case examples
.Step by step approach
.Open to questions from audience
In addition to access
to exclusive online
basic content
– exclusively for students
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OUR MISSION
We are revolutionizing the way refractive surgery learning is delivered to the world.
At REFRATIVA R.I.O., we are passionate about sharing our knowledge and expertise in refractive surgery in a clear and innovative way.
Our goal is to provide the most comprehensive and accessible teaching to our students, empowering them to become leaders in their field as well as surgeons, even more
talented.
REFRACTIVE SURGERY EDUCATION
REFRATIVA R.I.O. is a 5-day immersion course.
Our comprehensive refractive surgery education method covers everything from basic concepts to the most advanced surgical techniques.
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Our courses are taught by leading experts in the field, and are designed to provide the most up-to-date and relevant information to our students. Always based on scientific evidence.
HANDS-ON TRAINING
+ 30 wet/dry labs
In addition to the whole theory, we offer hands-on training at our state-of-the-art facility in Rio de Janeiro.
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Our hands-on training allows students to practice surgical techniques under the guidance of experienced surgeons.
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We develop a well-structured plan to potentialize skill transfer that we build/implement during the course at one of the most iconic hotels in Rio.
Our official Podcast
Take us wherever you go
Our podcast entitled Coffee and R.I.O. takes information about ophthalmology and culture for you to hear at the time and in the way you want. In the car, at the gym, or in the operating room.
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With more than 40,000 downloads and in its 4th season, hosts Marcony Santhiago and Claudia Morgado bring a fun synergy, talk about relevant topics currently hottest in the world of refractive surgery and ophthalmology, interviews, and cultural tips.
Always with lighter and more uncomplicated language, you get knowledge and entertainment.
Available at all podcast platforms
Dinamic model
Our enthusiastic discussions
At REFRATIVA R.I.O. our dynamic model enables experts in the field to share tips and strategies to ensure the highest quality of care.
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Our roundtable case discussions are designed to allow practitioners to share best practices and learn from each other's experiences, while also providing a platform for the exchange of ideas and questions.
Our experts lead the discussions and provide valuable insight to ensure that everyone is up to date on the latest in refractive surgery.
The PRIME version
The prime version of REFRATIVA R.I.O. offers the surgeon the most specific training in a real environment under supervision.
This training is carried out in groups of a few students. Each student performs four surgeries (LASIK and PRK) or more, depending on the prime edition. This PRIME version is recommended to students who have already taken the original version of REFRATIVA R.I.O., where they had the opportunity to acquire a theoretical base and wet lab training.
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NEXT EDITION CONFIRMED MARCH 11-12
*exclusive for those registered in the original course upon further registration (only 10 spots). Please click on "learn more" below for details and registration.
While the original course takes place once a year (5 days of immersion), the prime version lasts two days. The dates are published on our website and social networks.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
ON-DEMAND
Premieres Jul 1st
The REFRATIVA R.I.O. PLAY is the continuing medical education program of REFRATIVA R.I.O. The Student will have access to different material from the original face-to-face course.
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On PLAY, you can view basic content on-demand
to organize your thoughts and
put everyone on the "same page."
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Commented cases, stay up to date with presentation and critical analysis of recent articles, interviews with specialists, surgical videos, and review of classic articles and themes.
New videos every week. Premieres in July.
REFRATIVA R.I.O. In Numbers
100+
IN-DEPTH PRESENTATIONS
35+
HIGHLY ELABORATED WET/DRY LABS
300+
COLLABORATORS
100+
EXPERT INSTRUCTORS
4000+
SURGEONS TRAINED OVER 8 YEARS
30
COUNTRIES REPRESENTED
OUR PARTNERS
Our
Partners
At REFRATIVA R.I.O., we believe that collaboration is key to advancing the field of refractive surgery. We partner with leading companies and organizations in the industry to provide our students with the most up-to-date information and resources.
ACADEMIC INSTITUTIONS
SURGICAL EQUIPMENT SUPPLIERS
MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURERS
REFRACTIVE SURGERY PRACTICES
