ASICO was established in 1983 by Ravi Nallakrishnan in Chicago, Illinois. Through our ASICO instrument line, we are focused on collaborating with leading physicians to create innovative surgical instruments that drive the ophthalmic market. Examples of such innovations include developing the world’s first nucleus chopper with Dr. Nagahara and prechopper with Dr. Akahoshi, both of which have become gold standards in the industry. Through the ASICO brand, we continue to partner closely with key surgeons around the globe to be at the forefront of innovation.

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Benefits

Surgeon-driven innovation

ASICO Reusable Instruments are the output of greater than 4 decades of collaboration with the world’s leading ophthalmic surgeons.

Clinical applicability

Under the ASICO brand, we offer instrumentation across all subspecialties in ophthalmology, though we have particularly strong offerings in Cataract, Toric, and Corneal Procedures.

Unwavering commitment

ASICO Reusable Instruments are backed by our robust field-based sales reps and in-person services such as the ACT program.

Featured products

Prechoppers

ASICO Prechoppers are designed for the efficient and safe fragmentation of the nucleus lens before phacoemulsification in cataract surgery. These instruments enable surgeons to reduce ultrasonic energy use during lens removal, minimizing stress on ocular tissues. The variety within this line caters to different lens densities and surgical techniques, offering precision and adaptability for effective cataract removal. ASICO has worked with renowned surgeons like Dr Akahoshi to design a wide range of prechoppers.

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Diamond Knives

ASICO’s Diamond Knives are renowned for their sharpness, durability, and ability to make precise incisions with minimal tissue trauma. Ideal for a variety of ophthalmic procedures, including corneal, scleral, and limbal incisions, ASICO Diamond Knives are designed to be a trusted resource to ophthalmologists. The lineup features a range of designs, such as the Clear Cornea Diamond Knife and the Adjustable Depth Scleral Tunnel Knife, each tailored to specific surgical needs.

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Corneal Markers

ASICO Corneal Markers are engineered to offer surgeons precise corneal marking for a wide range of surgeries, from toric IOL placements to corneal transplants, all ensuring critical surgical alignments are accurately achieved.

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Shimowake CTR Injector

The Shimowake Spiral CTR Injector is designed for the capsular tension ring (CTR) insertion using a spiral technique to prevent snagging of the CTR eyelet with the capsule. This instrument is designed for use in cataract surgery where patients have weak zonula and moderate to severe zonular dehiscence.

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Benefits

Surgeon-driven innovation

Clinical applicability

Unwavering commitment

Featured products

Prechoppers

Diamond Knives

Corneal Markers

Shimowake CTR Injector

Barron Corneal Devices

Blink Single-Use Packs

Blink Single-Use Instruments

Katena Reusable Instruments