Advancing Precision & Education at the Buxton Microsurgical Education Center
In December 2024, the Buxton Microsurgical Education Center proudly completed a major technology upgrade with the installation of ten (10) ZEISS EXTARO 300 surgical microscopes. This state-of-the-art equipment elevates both clinical performance and surgical education, reinforcing our commitment to innovation, excellence, and knowledge-sharing in ophthalmic care.
Next-Generation Technology for Modern Ophthalmology
The ZEISS EXTARO 300 combines world-class optics with intuitive digital integration. Each microscope is equipped with a built-in full HD (1080p) camera, enabling high-resolution recording and real-time visualization during surgical procedures.
With the hands-free Mode Control system, surgeons can instantly capture images or begin video recording—without interrupting their focus or workflow. This seamless integration not only enhances surgical precision but also supports meaningful advancements in training and education.
Empowering Learning Through Visual Access
The new imaging capabilities offer a powerful toolset for both physicians and trainees. The ability to easily document and review surgeries supports:
- Real-time collaboration and live case streaming
- Post-procedure analysis and skill refinement
- Intern and resident education
- Patient education and transparency
Our physicians have enthusiastically embraced the system, citing the ease and utility of procedure recording as a valuable enhancement to both practice and learning.
A Platform for Precision and Progress
At the Buxton Microsurgical Education Center, we believe the best surgical outcomes come from the right balance of technology, training, and team development. With the ZEISS EXTARO 300, we are enhancing visual precision in the operating room while creating an immersive, hands-on learning environment for the next generation of ophthalmic professionals.
This upgrade is more than a technological enhancement—it’s a foundation for the future of ophthalmic excellence.
To learn more about the history of the Buxton Microsurgical Education Center, please read NYEE’s commemorative coffee table book titled A Vision of Hope: The 200-Year History of the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary 1820 – 2020. An excerpt on the Center can be found here.