Projects

We reach out to you with a unique opportunity that embodies both technological innovation and clinical impact: the use of virtual and augmented reality - “mixed reality”- for surgical training.

Mixed Reality provides a computer-based environment where surgeons can simulate surgical procedures. Advanced 3D models of anatomical structures are used to create realistic scenarios.

The project aims to develop a comprehensive training platform that combines virtual, haptic, and hybrid simulation technologies. The goal is to enhance the understanding of the anatomy and the experience of surgeons. This way we aim to improve treatment outcomes, reduce complications, and increase surgical confidence and patient safety.

A key component of this project is hiring qualified researcher associates responsible for laboratory work, developing new models, and publishing research results.

Mixed Reality offers indeed several advantages:

• Repeatable Exercises: Surgeons can repeatedly practice specific procedures to improve their skills without endangering patients.
• Error Analysis: Virtual simulators allow for the identification and analysis of errors to learn from them and improve surgical techniques.
• Safety: As no real patients are involved, virtual simulators provide a safe environment for training without patient risks.
• Improved Hand-Eye Coordination: Training with haptic simulators helps developing and enhancing hand-eye coordination, essential for precise surgical procedures.
• Adaptability: Surgeons can train on various scenarios and procedures with hybrid simulators to improve their skills in different situations.
• Team Training: Hybrid simulators also enable team training and communication during surgical procedures, which is crucial in practice

Your support to this project will enable us to provide an enhanced surgical training experience, which will increase surgeons’ anatomical knowledge, and finally augment surgical confidence and skills.