Building companies & initiatives at the edge of medical training technology.
I'm David Ortner — founder and entrepreneur, working at the intersection of anatomical 3D printing, surgical training education and new ideas.
People don’t innovate because they want to fight. They innovate because they believe things can be better. Defending that belief is simply part of the journey.
What I build & run
Two ventures — one in medical technology, one in hospitality — both built in Tirol.
eyecre.at GmbH
High-quality 3D-printed artificial eyes and wetlab training equipment for ophthalmic surgeons — from cataract and vitrectomy to glaucoma and intravitreal injection. Built for residents, fellows and experienced surgeons to build confidence before the OR. Not sure which model fits a wetlab? The AI Configurator recommends the right eye, kit or accessory in seconds.
Apartment Inn Tirol
Newly equipped, fully furnished apartments in Tirol — full kitchen, washer/dryer and dishwasher included. Book in a click via Airbnb, or get in touch directly for special requests.
Visit apartment-inn.tirol →The AI Configurator
A procedure-based assistant that guides surgeons to the right artificial eye, kit or accessory for their wetlab in seconds — free to use, no account required.
Try the configurator →Where I shape the field
Training programmes and advocacy — building education and standards for ophthalmic surgery.
LidSUMMIT Tirol
Hands-on eyelid & corneal surgery training at the Medical University of Innsbruck. Surgeons train on cadaver specimens and cutting-edge 3D-printed models across 15 stations.
Visit lidsummit.com →LidSUMMIT Europe
The international LidSUMMIT programme — extending the Tirol format to leading European centres, bringing advanced eyelid and corneal training to surgeons across the continent.
See LidSUMMIT Europe →Eyelid Training
Practice-oriented eyelid surgery training and resources — supporting young ophthalmologists in refining technique with realistic models and structured guidance.
Visit eyelidtraining.com →Sustainable medtech advocacy
Committee member in the Federal Association of Commercial Service Providers and the Tyrolean regional group — advancing sustainable medtech, replacing animal tissue with 3D-printed training models.
View WKO profile →Real media collection
Coverage of the work across Austrian science, healthcare and business outlets.