Interactive Ophthalmology Learning Platform
A digital training platform that helps ophthalmologists learn through interactive 3D visualizations.
Client
A U.S.-based medical center specializing in ophthalmology. The clinic has a long-standing reputation for offering paid on-site lectures and master classes for students, residents, and doctors from other institutions.
However, the in-person format limited class sizes and made it difficult to scale. To expand reach and revenue, the client decided to digitize its educational programs by launching an online learning platform. It was a natural move for a healthcare provider seeking growth.
Challenges
The client was looking for a team capable of building a custom platform at a reasonable cost. In 2017, they chose us to take the project from concept to production.
The platform needed to go beyond a traditional CMS but wasn’t intended to function as a full-scale practical training system. The client was looking for a middle ground: a structured yet flexible environment for professional learning.
The goal was not just to organize existing materials, but to build a full-scale online platform supporting multiple content types and flexible access levels.
Structure and integrations
The clinic already had extensive training materials, so our focus was on building the right structure, user experience, payment flow, and reliable backend architecture.
Adaptive interface
Ophthalmology is a niche field with a naturally limited audience, so every potential user counts. To make sure no learner was left out, the platform had to support a wide range of screen resolutions and devices.
What we built:
User account
– Registration, course selection, and subscription purchase.
– Instant access to purchased courses and materials after payment.
– The ability to download lectures and view them offline.
– Advanced search with filters, favorites, and resume playback functionality.
Theoretical section
– Video lessons hosted via JW Player or embedded YouTube.
– Real-life patient imagery in DICOM and NIfTI formats (with all personal data removed).
– Supplementary notes and study materials available in PDF through ViewerJS.
Practical section
– Interactive 3D models built with HTML Canvas.
– A visual comparison mode between healthy and affected eye structures.
– Realistic simulation of pathological changes to help students identify conditions and determine treatment strategies according to international classifications.
Admin panel
– Content upload and editing.
– User management and role-based access control.
– Strengthened authentication mechanisms preventing credential sharing.
Monetization and loyalty program
– Flexible plans (1, 6, or 12 months).
– Corporate and individual subscriptions.
– Paid bonus lectures and a monthly ophthalmology digest.
– A cumulative discount system that rewards returning learners.
Technologies
Backend
PHP
Frontend
React
Database
MySQL
Infrastructure
AWS
Infrastructure
Nginx
Result
The project lasted about 18 months and resulted in a robust online platform that combines educational depth with practical medical training. Over 500 lectures and courses in optometry, medical optics, and both therapeutic and surgical ophthalmology.
Although a mobile app wasn’t part of the original plan, we implemented AMP pages for fast and smooth access from mobile devices, further expanding the platform’s reach.
Increase in the number of students.
Growth in training program revenue.
What happens next:
Having received and processed your request, we will reach you shortly to detail your project needs.
After examining requirements, our analysts and developers devise a project proposal with the scope of works, team size, time and cost estimates.
We arrange a meeting with you to discuss the offer and come to an agreement.
We sign a contract and start working on your project as quickly as possible.