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A Comparison of Surgical Tool Materials

Trocar Supplies

Today's high-quality surgical tools are available in such a tremendous variety of surgical tool materials that it can be hard to decide which material is best for everyday use. State of the art surgical instrument materials include surgical grade stainless steel, resin, titanium, tungsten, and carbon steel.

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Needle-Moving AI Research Trains Surgical Robots in Simulation

NVIDIA: Healthcare

ORBIT-Surgical — developed by researchers from the University of Toronto, UC Berkeley, ETH Zurich, Georgia Tech and NVIDIA — is a simulation framework to train robots that could augment the skills of surgical teams while reducing surgeons’ cognitive load.

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Value-Based Surgical Care: An Interview with Dennis Kogan

Caresyntax

In a recent HealthBiz Podcast episode, Dennis Kogan, Co-Founder and CEO of Caresyntax , spoke with host David Williams about the pivotal role of AI in revolutionizing surgery, detailing how Caresyntax is leveraging AI to enhance the safety and efficiency of surgical procedures.

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10 of Specialtycare’s best Ancillary Care Services and Why They Work

SpecialtyCare

With state-of-the-art equipment and robust training programs, our IONM services deliver unmatched reliability and precision, giving surgeons the confidence to perform complex procedures. We collaborate directly with surgical teams to provide seamless integration. Why It Works: Efficient workflows minimize surgical delays.

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The Richardson Retractor: A Vital Tool in Modern Surgery

Surtex Instruments

The Richardson Retractor is more than just a surgical instrument; it’s a vital tool that offers surgeons precision, control, and versatility during various medical procedures. In this blog post, we’ll explore the unique features and applications of this essential surgical tool.

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The Technological Future of Surgery in Operating Rooms

BFW Inc.

As an example, surgeons can make accurate hand movements within five microns (about 1 ten-thousandth of an inch) using optical coherence tomography (an ultrasound-like technology that uses light) for intricate surgeries – allowing for minimally invasive surgical procedures that are safer and reduce recovery time for patients.

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Single-Use vs Reusable Medical Devices

Trocar Supplies

Single-use supplies are used one time, for one procedure, for one patient. Pros & Cons of Single-Use Supplies Disposable, single-use surgical equipment has several advantages over reusable ones. Disposable surgical equipment, like disposable trocars , eliminates the risk of cross-contamination and infection between patients.

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