Apple Vision Pro speeds eye surgery by 19% in UC San Diego study

A peer‑reviewed study conducted at the Shiley Eye Institute of UC San Diego compared the Apple Vision Pro mixed‑reality headset with a conventional monitor during endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy, a tear‑duct procedure. Operations using the headset were completed 19% faster, with no intra‑ or post‑operative complications, and all participating surgeons reported a preference for the headset because it eliminated neck‑craning and reduced workload.

Analysts noted that the Vision Pro’s hardware cost is under 1% of traditional surgical visualization systems, making it a financially attractive alternative for operating rooms where space and ergonomics are at a premium. The findings suggest the device could become a cost‑effective, ergonomically superior display option in ophthalmic surgery, though the study reflects results from a single institution.