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Our Lean Factory has been fully operational since the winter of 2023 and smoothly combines efficiency and sustainability. With a substantial area of 11,000 square meters across three levels, the modern building promotes collaboration among various internal company disciplines.

Shortly after the opening of the new building, we put our own bio-laboratory into operation as a further milestone. This enables us to deepen our knowledge of biocompatibility and opens up new possibilities in research and development.

Our success story wouldn't be complete without recognizing the backbone of our company – our employees. With over 350 dedicated individuals, they are the heartbeat of Oertli, infusing every project, interaction, and solution with unwavering passion. Their commitment and enthusiasm resonate throughout the organization, inspiring us to make the difference for our valued customers.

Do you wanna feel our passion? Then watch the video on the link below.

We are dedicated to providing you with high-quality Swiss-made products. Our commitment to the best is evident in every aspect of our production process. The cornerstone of our quality lies in our rigorous quality assurance principles, as we firmly believe in the continuous improvement process. Each team member is responsible for contributing to this ongoing enhancement.

On Wednesday, 25th October, we celebrated the official opening of our new Lean Factory together with high-ranking personalities from business and politics. The evening was filled with great experiences, insights into our new production facility and an enjoyable evening.

Discover now how our 3-pump system works and explore their applications in ophthalmic surgery with this new tissue from The Ophthalmologist in close collaboration with Prof Matthias Bolz.

We are thrilled to present to you our three captivating recordings of the booth talks that took place at the recent ESCRS in Vienna. Whether you missed the ESCRS or simply want to revisit the highlights, this is your gateway to these booth talks. Join us as we delve into the high fluidics of the OS 4, key phaco technologies and how to use our SPEEP pump in vitreoretinal surgeries.

We're delighted to welcome you to booth 1615, where we're highlighting the latest advancements in vitreoretinal, glaucoma and cataract surgery, along with the state-of-the-art machinery driving these breakthroughs in ophthalmology.

Every human being/person deserves the highest level of competence and care in the OR. With unwavering commitment, we stand by your side, ready to deliver both technical expertise and genuine human connection to enhance your surgical experience.

Discover the boundless possibilities at the ESCRS Congress 2023. Join us at booth #B416 for an exciting and engaging program featuring a wide range of activities. Experience captivating booth talks with an international board, participate in the MIGS drylab and phaco wetlab, and indulge in much more!

You deserve our time and commitment, no matter where you are in the world. The headquarter where ideas flourish and where our platforms and instruments, meticulously developed and manufactured, are brought to life by our dedicated team of over 270 employees. Including our 60 independent distribution partners, you can rely on competent and trustworthy Oertli experts.

At Oertli, we constantly strive for enhancements in eye surgery, aiming for easier, safer, and more efficient procedures. We make this progress possible through the collaborative efforts of multiple engineering disciplines, each playing a vital role in enhancing different aspects of the surgical process.

From Oertli Deutschland to Oertli Ophthalmedic Deutschland

Founded in 2018, Oertli Deutschland Vertriebs GmbH is now trading as Oertli Ophthalmedic Deutschland GmbH - the new and strong competence and sales platform in Germany for ophthalmology with important essentials and tailor-made services.

Explore the depth of our knowledge and discover how our design and technology can become your most valuable asset. We will take you on a journey through our rich history, our present development process, and our dedication to consistently delivering solutions for the future and for you.

Welcome to our world of ophthalmic innovation. We are excited to launch our new campaign, featuring a series of topics aimed at showcasing our commitment to excellence in cataract, glaucoma, and vitreoretinal surgery. Each month, we will highlight a specific area of our expertise, providing insights into the latest innovations and our core values.

During this year's APAO Congress 2023 in Kuala Lumpur, we hosted an exclusive KOL dinner together with Rayner. The event gave us the opportunity to invite and secure numerous experts in the field of ophthalmology as speakers and also attendees.

We have launched the ‘Oertli Ophtha Lab’ at the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. The highly specialised lab will be used as a flexible research laboratory for our new technologies.

The OS 4 surgical platform is now available with even more features for greater comfort in retinal, glaucoma and cataract surgery.

We proudly announce that we have been certified according to the EU Medical Device Regulation MDR 2017/745 on our Quality System and our complete product portfolio.

This great result is a joint effort by many of our employees across all departments and divisions of our company. We have achieved this goal with a concentrated load of internal expertise, the intensive blocks of work carried out and an always outstanding teamwork.

We recorded a five-part video series with Prof Kai Januschowski from the Eye Clinic Mount St Peter Trier in Germany. The video series focuses on OS 4, the features that Prof Januschowski finds most exciting, and how they make the difference during his cataract and vitreoretinal surgeries.

Find out now why the OS 4 is an all in one experience.

Gather up in Chicago for the AAO 2022.

Chicago is the place to be for the upcoming AAO 22. Join the #teamoertli from 1^st to 3^rd October on booth no. 3203

Get to know all about our latest innovations for your vitreoretinal, glaucoma and cataract surgery.

An exciting booth talk programme awaits you on Saturday, 17th and Sunday, 18th September during the 40th Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS).

Three well-known surgeons share their experiences live in short presentations right at our booth. Get an overview on the exciting topics.

One of the most important characteristics during eye surgery is stable intraocular pressure (IOP). To maintain a stable IOP, we offer two possibilities of infusion systems: active and gravity.

Factory settings on your surgical platform are good to know your phaco device. But there is much more to discover when moving on from factory settings on your Oertli phaco device.

Dr John Bolger from the My-iClinic in London is convinced that leaving factory settings behind evolves your phaco technique to the next level.

Find out how to set a new standard with your own settings.

Office-based cataract surgery has become increasingly popular among refractive cataract surgeons.

Jack S. Parker MD explains the four main reasons why he chose to rely on the CataRhex 3 for his office-based surgery suite at Parker Cornea in the current tissue of CRST.

Find out why the CataRhex 3 fits in any in-office suite.

Breaking News!

Oertli Instrumente AG makes the difference in eye surgery. Domedics makes the difference with essential products and services for ophthalmology. Into the future, we go together.

Through our acquisition of Domedics AG, we are making a sustainable investment in the future. Therefore, it is with great joy and pride that we present to you today the new sales brand in the Swiss ophthalmology sky.

How does our glaucoma solution HFDS (High Frequency Deep Sclerotomy) differ from other MIGS procedures?

Dr Florian Sutter explains in the latest advertorial of Ophthalmology Times Europe:

Oertli Instrumente AG has developed very well over the past years. The consistent implementation of our strategy, a sustainable innovative strength and constant investments in our employees and infrastructure have made Oertli a world brand in ophthalmic surgery.

With continuous growth behind us and the consistent implementation of our long-term strategy, Christoph and Thomas Bosshard will manage the company as Co-CEOs in the future.

Capsulorhexis is an essential step during cataract surgery. The most common method is the continuous curvilinear capsulorhexis (CCC).

What about our proven HF Capsulotomy technology? Prof Burkhard Dick relies on our gentle alternative with high-frequency energy. Moreover, Prof Dick is convinced: “It ensures a perfect control in the setting of high intracapsular pressure.“

Between 23^th and 25^th April 2022, we will be represented at the ASCRS 2022 of the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery in Washington, D.C., with our booth. The following highlights await you at our booth #2503.

The ideal training for future ophthalmologists 👁️

The WinterAcademy by mts – The Wetlab Company has been one of the most popular hands-on courses for cataract and retinal surgery for almost 30 years. Around 15 recognized experts share their valuable knowledge in theory as well as in practice. Since the first WinterAcademy, participants learn how to further develop their skills with our surgical platforms and instruments. A win-win situation for everyone.

“HFDS has influenced my practice a lot.”

This impact is only one of the experiences Dr Florian Sutter from the Eye Clinic in Herisau and Appenzell, Switzerland had, while performing glaucoma surgeries with HFDS.

Find out how HFDS brings your MIGS to the next level.

Between 02^nd and 04^th March we will be present at the SAoO 2022 of the Swiss Academy of Ophthalmology in Lucerne. For the first time, we will be represented together with our new subsidiary Domedics AG at our booth no. 13. Discover our latest innovations from our 3-platform strategy and look forward to an exchange with our experts from Oertli and Domedics. We are looking forward to your visit.

With our HFDS (High Frequency Deep Sclerotomy) procedure we rely on a minimally-invasive and implant-free procedure to treat mild to moderate open-angle glaucoma. For a better understanding of the whole procedure we proudly present you our latest promotional material including a detailed animation about the HFDS procedure with a step-by-step guide on the surgery steps, analysis of the latest studies and additional information on the postoperative treatment.

For the most difficult cataract cases, Jeff Pettey, MD from the Moran Eye Center relies on the incomparable power of the CataRhex 3.

The new easyPhaco handpiece offers surgeons optimized phaco performance over the entire product lifetime as well as more user comfort.

What an honor it was to welcome the following speakers at the Oertli booth during this year's ESCRS. We are happy to share with you the live recordings on our YouTube channel.

When a surgeon purchases a new surgical platform for his cataract procedures, there are a few things to consider. Aaron Waite MD fondly remembers working with us when our CataRhex 3 was introduced to his eye clinic Waite Vision. He is still amazed how we managed to fit all surgical requirements into a mobile and 5 kg compact surgical device.

Oertli Instrumente AG takes over the majority of shares of Domedics AG, Dättwil. The majority shareholder and managing director of Domedics, Carlo Pizzera, is thus arranging his succession in a long-term and sustainable manner.

An exciting booth talk programme awaits our visitors on Saturday, 9^th October and Sunday, 10^th October. 5 well-known surgeons share their experiences live in short presentations right at our booth.

Thanks to the integration of the Power LED module, the light output in the Faros has been increased by an additional 45% 💡 - for a perfect illumination and visualisation during all manoeuvres, extending to the periphery.

Coaxial Micro Incision Cataract Surgery (CO-MICS) has gained a momentum as intraocular lenses for such small incisions have become broadly available. 

Prof. Daniel Mojon relies almost exclusively on the innovative CO-MICS technology from Oertli, with incision sizes of just 1.6mm. Reducing the main incision from 2.2mm to 1.6mm halves the wound area and no longer induces astigmatism. These micro incisions allowed him to develop a new surgical method - his VIP technique.

The HFDS (High Frequency Deep Sclerotomy) procedure for glaucoma surgery is easy to learn, efficient and safe to use. How the HFDS procedure works in detail is explained in the current issue of The Ophthalmologist.

Find out now how the HFDS procedure does not need an implant and how the modern MIGS procedure makes the difference in glaucoma surgery.

This new animation shows how easyPhaco works in practical use. The easyPhaco technology has been developed for safe and efficient phacoemulsification. Thanks to Oertli's unique fluidic concept, easyPhaco allows a direct fragment followability and provides a strong fragment holdability. Make the difference now with easyPhaco.

We have enhanced the CataRhex 3 with our unique pump technology. More efficiency and precision is from now on ensured by the addition of the SPEEP pump technology in the CataRhex 3. The unique SPEEP pump gives you precise control of flow and vacuum. This ensures more efficiency and precision in your cataract surgery.

In the future, even more time will be saved in the operating theater. The new silicone application adapter from Oertli increases user-friendliness and efficiency with regard to surgical preparation.

The new OS 4 marks the beginning of a new generation of retina, glaucoma and cataract surgery. The revolutionary development of Oertli's sophisticated all-in-one platform ensures even more speed, even more precision and even more safety in the operating theatre.

Even more speed, even more precision, even more safety. The new OS 4 marks the beginning of the next generation of surgical platform in retina, glaucoma and cataract surgery. The sophisticated all-in-one platform has received numerous exciting features that ensure even more user comfort, precision and safety in the operating theater.

What does the new generation of surgical platform look like? What advancements does it provide in retina, glaucoma and cataract surgery? Technology in ophthalmic surgery has never been so sophisticated, versatile, efficient and powerful.

We will be attending the virtual SAoO this year from 3 until 5 march 2021. We cannot wait to network with you and we would love to catch up at our virtual booth or at the Oertli Satellite Symposium. 

The groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of the construction work for the Lean Factory in Berneck. The two co-owners Christoph and Thomas Bosshard as well as the entire management with Andreas Schmidheini, Chairman of the Board of Directors, together with the architects Markus Bänziger and Björn Lutze of Bänziger Lutze Architektur AG and Bruno Seelos, Mayor of Berneck, celebrated the groundbreaking and the new Lean Factory project.

For several decades, vitrectomy has been continuously optimized by various technologies. One of the most important optimizations is the reduction of instruments which gives the surgeon more freedom and safety during the procedure. Thus, 23G to 27G instruments allow for a sutureless surgical procedure that significantly improves patient safety, comfort and recovery.

Anyone involved in vitreoretinal surgery knows the problem. Transscleral indentation usually requires an assisting hand, which increases the duration of the procedure. The ViPer solves this problem.

In the November issue of The Ophthalmologist, Prof. Matthias Bolz explains how the little helper improves speed and efficiency in the OR.

Modern cataract surgery places a number of demands on the surgeon. Armin Wolf, Professor of Ophthalmology and Director at Ulm University Hospital in Germany, explains in the current issue of The Ophthalmologist why fluidics based on physics is so important and how our unique SPEEP pump takes his cataract surgery to a new level.

The next congress goes virtual. Between 13 - 15 November the AAO is going virtual. For us it will be the forth exhibition in this new environment. We are still collecting lots of practical learnings and improve after each show to give you the best possible experience. This year, we recommend the live chat to all of you. Take the chance and get in contact with our experts. We are here for you!

The new flexible chandelier solution with a flexible light fiber, provides a global visibility of the fundus for all surgical maneuvers in the posterior segment. Its’ extremely flexible loop of fiber brings high flexibility in application as well as in illumination and is compatible to all Oertli 23G, 25G and 27G trocar systems.

We are eagerly awaiting the first virtual congress of ESCRS and Euretina. Visit our virtual booth between October 2 - 4 and take the chance to get in touch with our team of experts via LIVE chat and get informed about the latest innovations.

We are pleased to present our latest addition to the product range, which is the single packed trocar. The trocar with its integrated lock membrane prevents the outflow of BSS, air and oil, which results in a constant IOP during the whole surgery. Thanks to its excellent holding power and optimum shaft length, the Caliburn trocar system boasts even more safety and more comfort. The infusion tube, with its patented snap lock, can be placed in a new position any time during surgery, which additionally increases flexibility.

Andreas Bosshard, co-owner and former managing director of Oertli Instrumente AG, handed over the chairmanship of the board into new hands; into the capable hands of Andreas Schmidheini. The Board of Directors was reorganised as of 1st January 2020.

For the first time ever the World Ophthalmology Congress from the International Council of Ophthalmology will be held virtually from 26 – 29 June 2020. Over 2’000 presentations from experts and industry will be showcased in the scientific program: live and pre-recorded sessions, satellite symposia and a brand new virtual exhibition.

We are looking forward meeting you at our virtual booth. Stay curious about our activities during the WOC 2020.

We have new content for you! Our YouTube channel is now online. With different categories such as "Showcase" or "Spotlight", we want to show you how we make the difference in cataract, glaucoma and retina surgery.

Subscribe to our channel to be up to date!

In the current issue of Retina Today Prof. Matthias Bolz describes how he contributed to the development of the ViPer illuminated scleral indentor. Bolz explains how the ViPer allows to place illumination and indentation of the eye in one hand and thus enables eye surgeons to operate faster and safer in the posterior segment of the eye without additional assistants.

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The peripheral eye tissue is not easily accessible and difficult to make visible? – No longer now! With the introduction of illuminated laser probes, we have THE all in one retinal solution with which peripheral retinal defects can be treated even more easily, safely and more efficient than before. Use our illuminated laser probes in combination with our ViPer scleral indentor – indenting, illuminating and laser in one instrument.

The pioneering spirit in the OS 4 also becomes evident in the endo laser sector. With the directional laser probe by Oertli, the movability of the laser fiber opens up access far in to the periphery and allows the setting of a whole row of laser points by the finest movement of your fingertips. By simply moving the knob, the laser fiber can be bent in a controlled manner up to 90°. This also enables safe insertion and removal through the trocar system.

A current study proves: HFDS is a minimally invasive procedure and a safe and efficacious surgical technique for lowering IOP combined with cataract surgery.

The secret to faster, easier and more efficient retinal surgeries?

Combining indenting and peripheral illumination with ViPer.

In the current issue of Cataract & Refractive Surgery Today Europe (CRST Europe), Aaron Waite explains why CataRhex 3 has found its way into his operating room. Waite is enthusiastic about the handiness the CataRhex 3 offers. He also explains that the excellent fluidics of the CataRhex 3 brings added value to all of his cataract surgeries.

In the October issue of the Retina Today magazine, Patelli describes his positive experiences with the OS 4. He is particularly impressed, by the three-pump system with the peristaltic and Venturi pump as well as the unique SPEEP pump. With the Caliburn trocar system, he perfectly controls the intraocular pressure thanks to the integrated membrane. He recommends the OS 4 especially to surgeons for vitreoretinal surgery.

The Research Institute of Ophthalmology, Egypt and Kasr Ainy School of Medicine, Cairo University have published a study on the HFDS procedure. The study shows that HFDS achieves a significant intraocular pressure (IOP) reduction and it is a safe and promising minimally invasive procedure for patients with chronic open-angle glaucoma.

Since 27 years, Oertli supports the WinterAcademy, which is organized by MTS – the wetlab company. The practical and instructive academy takes place from 22^nd – 27^th March 2020 for the first time in Bregenz (Austria).

You would like to know at which congress we attend?
Our agenda 2020 is online now!

We have extended our 27G range.

Find out more here.

Don't miss our booth talks and get in touch with renowned personalities from the world of ophthalmology.

Download our popular City Guide now.

The new Oertli silicone application sets deliver extraordinary fast injection and extraction of silicone oil.

Visit us at the DOC from 23th - 25th May at our booth VI10.

The new Faros convinces with its cutting-edge Oertli technologies and a sophisticated level of user friendliness

We are happy to welcome the company W.M. BLOSS, S.A. to the Oertli family.

In January 2019 we moved into our new premises.

The SAoO Congress will take place from 6t^h - 8^th March 2019 in Lucern. We will present our Faros with its new features.

Oertli will be exhibiting its latest product portfolio at the upcoming APAO congress from 6^th – 9^th March 2019

From the 7^th – 9^th February 2019 the CSTILIS Congress will take place in Florida. We are happy to convince you of the advantages of our mobile cataract machine CataRhex 3^®

The educational winter academy in Mayrhofen (AT) will take place from 17th to 22nd of March 2019. This event is organized by MTS - the wetlab company.

We are proud that we have passed the test in accordance with the new ISO 13485 2016 guidelines and that we have received the new certificate.

In our agenda 2019 you will find all exhibitions and training sessions where Oertli presents news and innovations.

Oertli introduces new 27G instruments at the ESCRS/Euretina congress in Vienna for vitrectomy surgeries

The new Faros, compact surgical system for anterior and posterior segment surgery – radiating in its completely renewed, most modern functions, ready to shed light on the world.

Oertli makes the difference between a standard and an optimized postoperative result. This brand message “Making the Difference” shaped the new Corporate Design of the family business.

The popular City Guide for the ESCRS congress is available for download now.

As from January 1st, 2018 the company Oertli Instrumente Deutschland GmbH will start its first business year.

From March 18^th until 23^rd 2018 the well-liked Winteracademy is celebrating its 25^th anniversary in the beautiful Zillertal, in Mayrhofen, AT.

At the ASCRS 2017 in Los Angeles, Dr. Francisco Sanchez from Acapulco (Mexico) held a speech about the magic of the portable phaco platform - the CataRhex 3.

During last year’s Euretina congress four respected surgeons (Andrea Mercanti, MD; Christian Prünte, MD; Armin Wolf, MD, FEBO; and Levent V. Karabas, MD) discussed the benefits of using the Oertli OS4 surgery platform during vitreoretinal surgery.

The well-liked Winter Academy in Schruns/AT will take place from 26^th to 31^th March 2017 for the 24^thtime already. From the beginning, Oertli has been supporting this event which is run by MTS – the wetlab company