Observe a robotic surgery procedure

Observe a robotic surgery procedure.

Have you always wanted to observe robotic surgery procedures?  Register and tell us what type of robotic surgical specialists you would like to watch. When the observation service is available, we will email you the details and the cost to watch.

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Watching surgery offers benefits that enhance your understanding and skill development.

Real-Time Learning

  • Dynamic Environment: Experience the flow and pace of an actual surgical procedure, which helps you understand the realities of the operating room.
  • Immediate Context: Observing how surgical steps interconnect gives a better understanding of the procedure as a whole.

Exposure to Decision-Making

  • Problem-Solving Skills: Watching a surgeon address unexpected challenges during a procedure provides insights into critical thinking and adaptability.
  • Clinical Judgment: Learners observe how decisions are made under pressure, enhancing their ability to prioritize and think critically in future scenarios.

Enhanced Procedural Knowledge

  • Anatomy in Action: Seeing anatomy in a live setting reinforces theoretical knowledge and improves spatial understanding.
  • Technique Mastery: Trainees can observe the nuances of surgical techniques, including instrument handling and tissue management.

Improved Understanding of Team Dynamics

  • Teamwork and Communication: Live surgeries highlight the importance of communication and collaboration among the surgical team.
  • Role Familiarity: Understanding the roles and responsibilities of each team member prepares trainees for their future participation in surgeries.

Exposure to Variability

  • Different Approaches: Watching different surgeons can expose trainees to varying techniques and methodologies.
  • Learning from Complications: Observing how complications are managed provides valuable lessons that may not be covered in textbooks or simulations.

Building Confidence

  • Familiarity with Procedures: Watching surgeries helps demystify the operating room and reduces anxiety when trainees eventually perform surgeries themselves.
  • Visualization Practice: Observing procedures prepares trainees mentally by allowing them to visualize themselves performing similar tasks.

Bridging Theory and Practice

  • Application of Knowledge: Live surgery provides a direct link between academic learning and practical execution.
  • Enhanced Retention: Seeing procedures in action can improve memory retention of surgical steps and techniques.