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Did you know - According to AORN's Dianne Taylor, Lens fogging is such a persistent issue in minimally invasive surgery that even they have developed a guide to help combat it. ????Nearly two-thirds of surgeons report dealing with fog, often caused by temperature and humidity fluctuations when the laparoscope is removed and reinserted.?????????? At ClearCam, we’re focused on eliminating these visual obstructions In-vivo ??. Check out the guide AORNs article and tell us, how do you manage lens fogging in your practice? https://lnkd.in/gSaqSSBV #SurgicalInnovation #LensClarity #AORN #PatientSafety

?? Unlocking the Future of Surgery with AI: Blog Series by Douglas Stoakley! ?? AI is changing the game in the operating room—enhancing accuracy, improving patient outcomes, and personalizing care like never before. From robotic systems to real-time decision support, the impact is incredible. ?? Read our latest blog to see how AI is shaping the future of surgery and patient care: https://lnkd.in/gEhinGhr #AI #SurgicalPrecision #HealthcareInnovation #FutureOfMedicine #PatientCare

?? Did you know? ??Minimally invasive techniques were developed to reduce preterm labor, the "Achilles heel" of fetal surgery. ??? From the University of Washington, this recent article, by Drs. Oluyinka Olutoye, MD, PhD., Luc Joyeux, Alice King, Michael Belfort, MD, PhD, Timothy Lee, and Sundeep Keswani, MD, MBA, dives into common prenatal conditions and how minimally invasive techniques are making a difference. ??????Fun fact, Dr. Belfort is actually part of Texas Children's Hospital, where we've had the opportunity to witness firsthand the incredible innovations underway. ?? Key takeaway: Innovative techniques—including enhanced imaging modalities ???—are reducing risks for both mother and baby, pushing fetal surgery into a safer future. ???? #FetalSurgery #MinimallyInvasiveSurgery #MedicalInnovation #MaternalHealth #surgicalvisualization #surgeoninnovators https://lnkd.in/gBUvJ3yS

Today, our team spent the day at HIS Centre testing new prototypes and our AI model. Wonderful work from an incredible team! Thank you to Christopher Idelson, Maansi Srinivasan, Kathleen A Schmidt, Etse Campbell, David Oh, and Tremaan Spearman for everything that you do! #teamwork #teamappreciation #engineerslife #medtech #aimodel #prototypetesting

?? Unlocking the Future of Surgery with AI: Blog Series by Douglas Stoakley! ?? The integration of AI in surgery is addressing some of healthcare’s biggest challenges, from improving precision and reducing complications to enhancing patient safety. With real-time data analysis and advanced algorithms, AI is empowering surgeons and optimizing outcomes. Curious about how AI is shaping the future of surgery? Check out our latest blog for a deep dive into the cutting-edge applications and the future of surgical care: https://lnkd.in/g_VWi_nu #AI #Surgery #HealthcareInnovation #PatientSafety #FutureOfMedicine #SurgicalPrecision

Did you know - A recent study showed that when moderate-to-heavy bleeding occurs during surgery, the scope’s vision can be repeatedly obscured as blood inside the port contacts the cleaned scope each time it’s reinserted. ?? According to Aurora Pryor, MD, MBA, FACS, FASMBS, WILLIAM J MANNING JR MD PC, and Andrew T Bates, MD a common quick fix is using a cotton-tipped applicator to clean the inside of a 5 mm port. But when that doesn’t work, surgeons need to remove or replace the port, and in some cases, switch to an open procedure to maintain adequate visibility. ??? The challenge of keeping a clear field of view is real?? #SurgicalInnovation #ClearVision #MedTech #HealthcareEfficiency #PatientSafety #LaparoscopicSurgery Al-Aleem Medical College, SIMS, Al Aleem Medical College, Al Aleem Medical College, KEMU Wenliang Chen, MD, PhD, Jeff Marks, Tommaso Falcone, MD, FRCSC, FACOG https://lnkd.in/g6BTVeCy

?? Unlocking the Future of Surgery with AI: New Blog Series! ?? ClearCam Friends, we're thrilled to announce the launch of a new blog series, written by our very own COO & President, Douglas Stoakley. Dive into the fascinating world of AI in Surgery, as Doug takes you on a journey through its history, current applications in healthcare, and its exciting future potential. In our first post, we explore the origins of AI, how it has evolved, and where it stands today in healthcare. From revolutionizing diagnostics to improving surgical precision, AI is reshaping the way we approach medicine. Stay tuned for insights, innovation, and thought leadership as we explore this game-changing technology’s role in transforming surgery! ?? Read the first blog here: https://lnkd.in/gA3RH4Ts #AIinHealthcare #MedTech #SurgicalInnovation #AI #ClearCam #MedicalTechnology #minimallyinvasivesurgery #surgeonentrepreneur #thefutureishere Thanks!

?? Foggy Lenses: The Hidden Challenge in Laparoscopic Surgery ?? A recent study at gulabdevi hospital, aimed to uncover the impact of lens fogging during laparoscopic procedures. Here's what Usman Ali Rahman, Muhammad Adil Iftikhar, Khalil Ahmed, Mohammad Zia Ul Miraj found: Out of 53 hours and 13 minutes of total operative time across 70 surgeries, an average of 4.11 contamination events occurred per case. On average, 31.2% of the operation was spent with a foggy lens, and 7.92% of the time was wasted on cleaning! ?? The takeaway? A significant part of surgery is performed with a foggy display, leading to inefficiencies and risks. It’s time to explore better solutions for clearer, faster surgeries! ?? #SurgicalInnovation #ClearVision #MedTech #HealthcareEfficiency #LaparoscopicSurgery https://lnkd.in/gjGMX4NK

?? Misleading Perceptions in Laparoscopic Surgery: A Deep Dive into Human Error ?? Did you know that 97% of laparoscopic bile duct injuries stem from visual perceptual illusions? ?? Groundbreaking research by Lawrence W. Way, MD, Lygia Stewart, MD, Walter Gantert, MD, Kingsway Liu, MD, Crystine M. Lee, MD, Karen Whang, MD, and John G. Hunter, MD reveals it’s not a lack of skill, knowledge, or judgment, but how we see things that aren't really there. ?? Out of 252 cases, only 3% were due to technical skill faults. The rest? Misperception. This shows how critical it is to have a clear visual field and unobstructed lens during surgery. Misperception can be powerful—especially in high-stakes environments. #ClearVision #CognitiveScience #Laparoscopy #HumanError #SurgicalInnovation #PerceptionMatters #HealthcareResearch https://lnkd.in/gMaKDf2i

Our COO and CTO, Douglas Stoakley and Christopher Idelson, had the privilege of attending the 2024 World Medical Innovation Forum, hosted by Mass General Brigham and Bank of America. The forum highlighted key topics and areas of innovation driving the future of healthcare, and the sessions offered a wealth of insights. Doug and Chris thought one of the most interesting panels focused on the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health (ARPA-H), hosted by Susan Coller Monarez, which showcased how ARPA-H is forging new pathways by funding moonshot ideas for unmet needs impacting underserved populations. Panelists Kimberley E. Steele, MD, PhD, Glen Coppersmith, Jessica Green, and Jason R. provided invaluable perspectives on these efforts and their repsective programs (check those programs out!). Renee Wegrzyn also provided her insight into how ARPA-H is truly changing the game - leveraging the existing 3 ARPA-H Hubs, and strong partnerships, with ecosystem players all over the globe. The future of US healthcare innovation is shaping up to get very interesting, very quickly! All around, incredibly informative and very exciting to hear about the successes to-date and what lies ahead! A special thanks to Lyda Hill Philanthropies for turning ClearCam Inc. onto this event and supporting us to get out there! #HealthcareInnovation #ARPAH #ClearCam #WorldMedicalInnovationForum #DrivingChange