A modular surgical instrument includes an ergonomic handle, one or more service lines and a surgical tip. The handle is configured to be grasped by an operator, and includes a proximal portion, a distal portion, and a central portion. The one or more service lines are releasably coupled to the proximal portion of the handle, and the surgical tip is releasably coupled to the distal portion of the handle. The one or more service lines are operably coupled with the surgical tip. An optional control module may be disposed in a receptacle in the central portion of the handle and the control module may be adapted to control the operation of the surgical tip.