Mission-based ophthalmic care requires equipment that is dependable, portable, and simple to learn in fast-paced environments. During the November 2025 Seeing Again Guatemala trip, Physician Assistant Joel Ciolek, PA-C, used the MicroMedical Devices A2000 A-Scan and Keratometer for the first time and immediately recognized its value in a high-volume clinical setting.
Learning the A2000 in Minutes
Although Joel is a board-certified PA with years of experience in ophthalmology, he had not previously performed A-scans. Upon arriving at Pastoral de la Salud in Santo Tomas La Union, Suchitepéquez, Guatemala, he reviewed the A2000 instruction manual and on-device training videos. He found the system intuitive, allowing him to begin scanning patients within five minutes. This rapid learning curve proved especially important in a mission environment where time and resources are limited.
Meeting the Challenges of Mission-Based Care
The mission setting involved language barriers, large patient volume, and the logistics of traveling with equipment from the United States to rural Guatemala. Joel explained that the A2000 met every essential requirement. The device was compact for easy transport, simple enough for immediate onboarding, ergonomic for patient comfort, and capable of delivering consistent and reproducible measurements used for accurate IOL power calculations. These qualities enabled the team to provide dependable care to patients preparing for cataract surgery.
Direct Feedback from the Field
Joel shared the following statement regarding his experience with the A2000:
“I would highly recommend the A2000 and Keratometer. We needed something compact, intuitive, efficient, and ergonomic for patients, and this device fulfilled all of those requirements while providing reliable results.”
The MicroMedical Devices A2000 continues to demonstrate strong performance in both traditional clinical environments and mission-based outreach programs. Its portability, precision, and ease of use make it a dependable tool for ophthalmic professionals who require accurate biometry and keratometry in any setting.
If your practice or mission program needs reliable and portable biometry and keratometry, the A2000 is designed to support high-quality cataract care in demanding environments.
