OtoSim 2™
Product overview
OtoSim 2 is an otoscopy training and assessment system that combines ear models, an instrumented otoscope and a digital image curriculum. It supports instrument handling, recognition of ear anatomy and pathology, self-directed practice and instructor-led group teaching.
Product features
Instrumented otoscope feedback
A pointer feedback system lets an instructor check the structures a learner identifies through the otoscope, connecting the examination view with teaching and assessment.
Image-based ear examination training
The current online curriculum lists over 400 high-resolution otologic images from the Hawke Library, including 150 pre-annotated images for independent learning.
Group instruction and assessment
Connect up to 14 base units to one trainer laptop. A full-screen interface, clinical quizzes and randomised scenarios support group teaching and testing.
Training and assessment
- Instrument handling and feature identification.
- Normal tympanic membrane and ear anatomy.
- External auditory canal conditions, including otitis externa, cerumen and foreign bodies.
- Middle-ear examples include acute and serous otitis media; the curriculum also covers temporal bone fractures and procedures such as myringotomy.
Package contents
- OtoSim base unit.
- Left and right ear forms.
- Instrumented otoscope and control box.
- Software and manual.
- Protective hard cases.
Compatibility and configuration
- Uses a trainer laptop; a laptop is not listed among the standard package contents on the current product page.
- PneumatoSim is a separate hardware/software upgrade for pneumatic otoscopy.
- Educators Toolkit is a separate software add-on for creating images, annotations and teaching presentations.
Warranty options
The supplier lists a one-year warranty, with optional extensions to two or three years in total. Confirm the applicable terms for the selected system.
Product video
Product Downloads
- OtoSim 2 product brochure (PDF)
- The brochure describes an earlier 380-image library; the current online product page lists over 400 images.
- Request brochures from the supplier (request form)
- View the original supplier article
Plan your training
Contact Survival Technology to discuss this product, compatible configurations and your training requirements.