Virtual Refractor

VIRTUAL REFRACTOR
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Virtual Refractor simulates a distance and near subjective optometric refraction, using a refractor head on virtual patients. There are numerous patients, prescriptions and profiles, and the patients respond to test questions and charts based on user input.

To develop the Virtual Refractor, we have drawn on our experience in teaching refraction all over the world to understand the training needs of optometrists and educators, and have collaborated with leading 3D educational gaming experts to design the tool.

Virtual Refractor is an outstanding introduction to refraction for the new student, and also provides a useful refraction refresher for more experienced clinicians.

Features

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Virtual Clinic, Anywhere Anytime

Students can practice refraction with the VR anytime, anywhere with an internet connection.

Flexibility

An infinite number of patient prescriptions are available - the difficulty level of cases can be adjusted to suit your experience.

Now With Near Rx

In the latest release we have added Near Rx mode, so you are now able to test the patient's near vision as well as their distance vision, giving you a complete and more realistic refraction.

Instant Feedback

Students receive immediate feedback on their performance which can lead to increased accuracy, comfort and speed in the refraction process.

Tutorial Mode

With the Virtual Refractor's new tutorial mode, the user is shown how to use and interact with the game step-by-step.

History

The Virtual Refractor was originally created in 1998 by Dr Jack Alexander who generously donated the Virtual Refractor to the Brien Holden group for use in improving refractive care, particularly in places of high need and low resource.

The Brien Holden Vision Institute and Brien Holden Foundation further developed the Virtual Refractor into an award-winning simulator, proven useful in a variety of settings, from world-renowned optometry schools to developing training centres for ophthalmic personnel.

Brien Holden Foundation

The Brien Holden Foundation provides eye care services, education and training initiatives and conducts research in order to eliminate uncorrected vision impairment and avoidable blindness.

Contact Us

bhvi.org

Acknowledgements

In providing the current version of the Virtual Refractor, the Brien Holden Foundation acknowledges the support of the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP).