Madrid, September 2025 – 2EyesVision is pleased to share that SimVis Gekko, co-invented by Prof. Susana Marcos, has been featured in the latest issue of CAKE Magazine (Issue 27) in the article “Test Driving IOLs.”

Cataract surgery remains one of the most successful medical procedures, yet many patients still experience what is known as the expectation–reality gap: even when visual outcomes are clinically excellent, up to 27% of patients report dissatisfaction because their vision does not meet their expectations.

The article shows how SimVis Gekko is addressing this challenge:

•  Previewing vision before surgery – With SimVis Gekko, patients can experience real-world vision through different intraocular lens (IOL) designs — monofocal, trifocal, and extended depth-of-focus (EDOF) — before making a permanent choice.
• Clinical validation – A study conducted by Dr. Henriques and colleagues at Centro Hospitalar Universitário de Coimbra with 51 patients demonstrated that 92% found SimVis Gekko “very useful” in guiding their lens selection.
• Reducing post-op surprises – By allowing patients to “test drive” IOLs, SimVis Gekko empowers informed decision-making, reduces post-surgery dissatisfaction, and provides surgeons with a valuable tool to align expectations with outcomes.

As Prof. Susana Marcos explained:
“Patients are not only told what to expect but actually see the real world binocularly through the simulated lens and compare across different options.”

This recognition in CAKE Magazine underlines the growing role of simulation technologies like SimVis Gekko in modern cataract surgery and their contribution to more personalized patient care.

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Clinical experience shows how the simulator is improving precision and patient satisfaction in IOL counseling

Santiago, Spain – During the symposium “The Best of the Ophthalmology Year” at the 101st Spanish Society of Ophthalmology (SEO) Congress, Dr. Carlos Gutiérrez Amorós presented the clinical experience of Vista Gutiérrez Amorós Clinic with SimVis Gekko.

The Best of the Ophthalmology 2025

The presentation highlighted how this binocular visual simulator is being regularly integrated into preoperative consultations for presbyopia and refractive cataract surgery. By allowing patients to preview their vision through different intraocular lenses (IOLs), SimVis Gekko is supporting ophthalmologists in exploring new strategies, increasing conversion rates, enhancing patient satisfaction, and selecting the most suitable lens with greater precision.

“SimVis Gekko has helped us transform the way we approach preoperative consultations. Patients feel more confident about their decisions, and we, as clinicians, can align expectations with real outcomes,” noted Dr. Gutiérrez Amorós during his talk.

This real-world experience reinforces the value of incorporating SimVis Gekko into the clinical workflow. It brings clarity to decision-making, strengthens communication between doctor and patient, and raises the overall standard of care in cataract and presbyopia surgery.

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Copenhagen hosted new evidence, user experiences, and live demos of visual simulation in ophthalmology

Copenhagen, Denmark – The European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS) Congress brought together the world’s leading experts in ophthalmology, and 2EyesVision was proud to play a central role with SimVis Gekko, the binocular visual simulator already transforming preoperative care in cataract and presbyopia surgery. Throughout the congress, our team presented new evidence, hosted discussions with key opinion leaders, and delivered hands-on demos to hundreds of professionals at the Bella Center in Copenhagen.

 

Scientific contributions

One of the highlights was the Free Paper Session FP29 – Evaluation Testing, where Dr. Carlos Dorronsoro presented “Clinical Workflow Integration Options of a Binocular Visual Simulator of Intraocular Lenses,” co-authored with researchers from 2EyesVision and collaborators. The session demonstrated how SimVis Gekko can be seamlessly integrated into clinical workflow, supporting ophthalmologists in IOL counseling with reliable, patient-centered data. Other talks featured contributions from Dr. Susana Marcos (University of Rochester), Maximo Gómez, and Camille Bosc, MD (Institut Ophtalmologique de l’Ouest Jules Verne), showing how visual simulation is evolving from research to daily practice.

 

The 3rd SimVis Gekko Users Meeting

On September 12th at the Crowne Plaza Copenhagen Towers, leading clinicians from across Europe gathered for the 3rd SimVis Gekko Users Meeting. Real-world cases from Spain, Portugal, Ireland, France and Italy showcased how SimVis Gekko is being applied in clinical routines, from counseling patients on multifocality to building trust in premium IOL adoption. For the participants, a new standard has arisen:

“SimVis Gekko has moved from being an innovation to becoming a standard in our daily consultations”

 

Industry collaboration with Alcon

A milestone at this year’s ESCRS was the collaboration with Alcon, which showcased its multifocal IOL portfolio through SimVis Gekko at its booth. Visitors experienced first-hand how patients can preview their postoperative vision with Alcon lenses before surgery. This partnership reflects the growing trust of the industry in visual simulation as a clinical and commercial differentiator.

 

Live demos at 2EyesVision booth

At our booth (C1.041), attendees from around the world tried SimVis Gekko themselves, experiencing real-time, real-world simulations of trifocal, EDOF and mix-and-match strategies. For many, it was the first opportunity to see how technology is reshaping the conversation between ophthalmologists and patients.

Participation at ESCRS 2025 marked another step forward for 2EyesVision. With new evidence, stronger collaborations, and a growing community of users, SimVis Gekko is consolidating its role as a clinical standard in premium IOL counseling and surgical planning.

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Dr. Belén López Murzi shares her experience after two years of clinical use, during FacoElche 2025’s Innovation Space

Elche, Spain – During the Laureano Álvarez-Rementería Innovation Space at FacoElche 2025, Dr. Belén López Murzi shared her insights after two years of working with SimVis Gekko in the preoperative cataract and clear lens consultation at Panama Eye Center.

Her presentation, titled “Beyond theory,” explored how SimVis Gekko has moved from being a novel innovation to becoming a daily clinical tool. After two years of use, it is now considered a standard in preoperative decision-making, helping both patients and surgeons make more confident, informed choices in cataract and refractive procedures.

According to Dr. López Murzi, SimVis Gekko enables:

• A clearer understanding of multifocality, helping to set realistic expectations—especially in patients with doubts or anxiety.
• Informed decisions based on patients’ real-time visual responses and tolerance to different corrections.
• Safe and confident exploration of advanced lens combinations, including microvision and mix-and-match.
• Delivery of a premium patient experience, differentiating their practice from others.
• Increased patient satisfaction and surgical volume, while maintaining high adoption rates of trifocal and EDOF lenses.
• Integration as a daily tool in surgical planning, considered now a standard of care by the surgical team at Panama Eye Center.

“SimVis Gekko has become a key part of how we plan and personalize every cataract procedure,” said Dr. López Murzi. “It brings clarity to our patients and confidence to our team.”

About FacoElche

FacoElche is one of the most prominent Spanish-speaking congresses in ophthalmology, focused on cataract and refractive surgery. Held annually in Elche, Spain, it gathers leading surgeons, researchers, and companies to share the latest advancements, clinical practices, and surgical technologies. Known for its practical approach and strong professional community, FacoElche is a key event for innovation and collaboration in vision care.

2EyesVision extends its gratitude to Dr. Belén López Murzi for her trust and contribution, and to FacoElche for providing a platform that continues to push the boundaries of ophthalmology.

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Presented by Dr. Jay Pepose, SimVis offers a new way for patients to experience their vision before presbyopia or cataract surgery—empowering informed decisions.

Maui, Hawaii, USA – Presbyopia-correcting intraocular lenses (IOLs) are advancing rapidly, but the preoperative patient experience has long lacked tools for meaningful personalization. That changed at the Hawaiian Eye & Retina 2025 conference, where Dr. Jay Pepose presented SimVis, a technology developed by 2EyesVision that allows patients to preview how they will see with different IOLs—before surgery. This new capability could transform clinical workflows and significantly improve patient confidence and satisfaction in visual outcomes.

SimVis is an advanced visual simulator that enables real-world, binocular simulation of multifocal, monofocal, EDOF, or mixed intraocular lenses. Unlike virtual reality or screen-based estimations, SimVis projects actual optical patterns through wearable devices, providing a dynamic and realistic preview of postoperative vision. This allows patients to “test-drive” their vision with various lenses, supporting truly informed decision-making in refractive and cataract surgery.

At this year’s Hawaiian Eye & Retina Conference in Hawaii, Dr. Jay Pepose delivered a compelling presentation on the clinical value of SimVis. He emphasized how the technology fills a critical gap in current preoperative assessments.

“SimVis allows patients to test-drive their IOL options preoperatively, offering a realistic preview of postoperative outcomes,” said Dr. Pepose. “It empowers both patients and surgeons.”

SimVis enhances more than just technical accuracy; it supports better relationships between surgeons and patients by reducing uncertainty and aligning expectations. For patients, understanding what to expect before surgery reduces anxiety and increases trust in the chosen solution. For clinics, it strengthens the premium offering and adds value to consultations.

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