The company showcased how visual simulation supports pre-surgical consultations, premium solution adoption and patient experience
Elche, Spain – 2EyesVision participated in FacoElche 2026, one of the leading ophthalmology congresses in the Spanish-speaking community, held from February 5 to 7 in Elche, Spain. The event served as a key meeting point for sharing real-world clinical practice, surgical experience and solutions already implemented in reference clinics.
About FacoElche
FacoElche is one of the most relevant ophthalmology congresses in the Spanish-speaking world, with a strong focus on practical, real-life clinical application. Held annually in Elche, it brings together surgeons, optometrists, researchers and industry partners to share surgical experience, clinical cases, technological innovation and solutions that are already being used in daily practice. The 2026 edition placed particular emphasis on clinical decision-making, presbyopia and cataract surgery, and the role of tools that help improve clinical recommendations, premium solution adoption and patient satisfaction. The scientific program included real user experiences, clinical debates and discussion forums reflecting the evolution of modern ophthalmology toward a more personalized and patient-centered approach.
SimVis Gekko: Supporting the Pre-Surgical Consultation
During FacoElche 2026, 2EyesVision demonstrated how SimVis Gekko is being routinely used in clinical practice to support the pre-surgical consultation, facilitate ophthalmic recommendations and improve patient understanding. Through live demonstrations and direct interaction with clinical users, attendees were able to explore how visual simulation helps align patient expectations, reduce uncertainty and contribute to a more informed decision-making process.
“By showcasing real clinical use, FACOElche 2026 expands how SimVis Gekko is understood and applied by professionals in their medical centers.”
— Carlos Dorronsoro, 2EyesVision CEO.
SimVis Gekko in the Scientific Program
As part of the official scientific program, Joaquín Fernández, PhD, Medical Director at Qvision and Head of the Ophthalmology Unit at Vithas Almería Hospital, as well as Secretary of the ESCRS, delivered a talk addressing how preoperative visual experience strengthens clinical recommendations and shared decision-making in lens and presbyopia surgery.
Dr. Joaquin Fernandez presenting SimVis Gekko clinical use at FacoElche.
2EyesVision Stand: Real Clinical Experience
2EyesVision was present at Stand 18 – Space 1, where attendees could:
- Attend live demonstrations of SimVis Gekko
- Speak directly with clinics already using the technology
- Understand its integration into the clinical workflow
- Request follow-up demonstrations for their own clinics
In addition, Meet the Experts sessions were held with experienced SimVis Gekko users, allowing for the exchange of practical insights and clinical experiences.
Lunch & Learn for Clinical Optometrists
Coinciding with FacOptom, 2EyesVision hosted a Lunch & Learn session for clinical optometrists, focused on the role of optometrists in the pre-surgical consultation and patient counseling process. The session addressed:
- The optometrist’s role in managing patient expectations
- Collaboration within the multidisciplinary clinical team
- How visual simulation supports clearer communication with patients
The discussion highlighted the value of structured pre-surgical explanations and the contribution of visual simulation to improving patient understanding.
Advancing Patient-Centered Pre-Surgical Counseling
Through its participation in FacoElche 2026, 2EyesVision reinforced the importance of patient-centered approaches and the role of visual simulation in supporting informed, shared decision-making in presbyopia and cataract surgery.
SimVis Gekko continues to be adopted as a practical clinical tool aimed at enhancing patient experience and supporting ophthalmic teams in the preoperative phase.
