“My First 100 Vitrectomies”: Two Years of Collaborative Learning with the Vitreoretinal Fellowship in Switzerland

This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the surgical outcomes and intraoperative experiences of a vitreoretinal fellow during their initial 2-year fellowship in Switzerland. The majority of operations, notably for rhegmatogenous retinal detachment, gave successful outcomes with significant improvements in visual acuity observed post-operatively. The collaborative approach between the fellow and the supervisors varying from direct observation to independent performance showcases a structured training environment. Despite encountering some adverse events, our findings underscore the effectiveness of the fellowship programme in imparting valuable surgical skills and achieving favourable patient outcomes in vitreoretinal surgery.