BRIDGE INITIATIVE
IMPROVING ACCESS, EMPOWERING SURGEONS
Ensuring today’s residents and fellows build a solid and diverse foundation of technical expertise for their future in ophthalmology.
For over 170 years, Bausch + Lomb has been at the forefront of advancing ophthalmology. Our Bridge Initiative is committed to investing in innovative training programs that build the future, emphasizing that adaptability is key to success in our evolving field.
Unleashing Potential Across the Board
For Surgeons
Technical proficiency ensures an efficient operating room committed to patient care and the best learning experience for residents and fellows.
For Programs
Better prepare your residents and fellows for their careers by providing access and training on multiple platforms for a well-rounded experience.
For Institutions
Requires NO upfront additional costs to acquire, seamlessly integrates into any program, and is backed by training and support focused on education.
Building A Comprehensive Training Program
It's never been easier to build a comprehensive training program that is mutually beneficial and designed to produce well-rounded surgeons to be tomorrow's leaders in ophthalmology.
Residents & Fellows
- Diverse Learning Experiences: Engage in a wide array of surgical scenarios, in preparation for your medical career.
- Advanced Skill Acquisition: Practice techniques at the forefront of ophthalmic technology.
- Confidence in Practice: Build confidence with hands-on experience in state-of-the-art procedures.
Attending Physicians
- Cultivate Surgical Leaders: Produce skilled graduates who are at the forefront of ophthalmic surgery.
- Elevate Program Impact: Attract top talent and recognition with diverse training options to better prepare residents for their careers.
- Seamless Integration: Invest in a system which offers immediate returns, sustained growth, and a future-proof educational experience.
Materials Managers
- Cost-Effective Operation: Qualifying institutions can leverage this technology investment at no cost, backed by the B+L commitment to ophthalmic education.
- Streamlined Inventory Management: Simplify inventory with a system compatible with a wide range of products.
- Training and Support: Experience seamless training and support, ensuring smooth operations, reduced downtime, and optimized patient care efficiency.
The Bausch + Lomb Investment: Stellaris Elite®
Pioneering Precision in Surgical Technology
The Stellaris Elite® system revolutionizes precision and efficiency, setting a new standard for how ophthalmic surgery is conducted and taught.
Anterior
- Adaptive Fluidics™: Enhanced chamber stability for unmatched efficiency and control.1
- Attune® Energy: Efficient emulsification and precise cutting through longitudinal motion and acoustic cavitation technology.
- Direct Fluidics Control: Direct surgeon control over fluidics promotes optimal surgical conditions.
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Posterior
- Bi-Blade®: Dual-port design effectively doubles the cut rate, delivering precise stability and control.
- Adaptive Fluidics™: Infusion pressure directly responds to surgeon’s vacuum commands, improving IOP stability.1,*
- Differentiated Viewing: Proprietary filters block blue light, highlight details, and reduce glare.
* Compared to Stellaris Elite® without Adaptive Fluidics™
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Voices from the forefront
Hear from those who are actively raising the standards of their residency programs.
Enhance your program with an advanced platform that gives residents and fellows valuable experience, proficiency, and confidence.
Your Pathway to Excellence The future of your training program starts today. Leveraging our investment to enhance your program is as easy as contacting your Bausch + Lomb representative.
Schedule your meeting today