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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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The Future of Neurological Surgery: Adapting to GME Changes

Neurosurgery

Until the 19 th century, surgical training was haphazard with no standardization. The surgical trainee learned through observation of a mentor and finished training when the mentor decided it was time. As surgery evolved from a trade to a profession, surgical training also evolved, pioneered by William S.

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5 Reasons Every Operating Room Needs a Camera

BFW Inc.

Through surgical video technology, procedures can be live-streamed directly from the surgeon’s point-of-view to a wall-mounted display. In complex cases, surgical videos can also be used to educate non-surgical team members, supporting more effective pre- and post-op care.

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Everything You Need to Know About Surgical Physician Assistants

SpecialtyCare

Surgical physician assistants (PAs) play a vital role in modern healthcare, bridging the gap between surgeons and patients to ensure high-quality surgical care. Whether in general surgery, cardiovascular procedures, or trauma units, these highly skilled professionals assist surgeons before, during, and after operations.

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6 best things to Look for before you hire a Surgical First Assistant—And How SpecialtyCare Can Provide them

SpecialtyCare

Reliability, Professionalism, and Work Ethic How SpecialtyCare Provides the Best SFAs Why Choose SpecialtyCare for Surgical First Assistants? Final Thoughts Surgical procedures demand precision, coordination, and expertise. But how do you identify the best professionals for the job?