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In this presentation from ISTA 2024 in Nashville, Doug Fairbanks from VISIE Inc. discusses how his company is focused on deep tech solutions in spatial computing, particularly for surgical robotics, navigation, augmented reality, and virtual reality. He emphasizes the growing interest among surgeons in utilizing robotic technology, citing a 2022 study indicating that 89% of surgeons want to use robotics in their procedures. He outlines the challenges surgeons face with current tracking technologies and shares an anecdote about a poor surgical experience his father had, underscoring the need for better solutions for both surgeons and patients.
Fairbanks details their innovative 3D scanning technology, which allows surgeons to see and operate on tissues as accurately as they do, significantly improving the patient experience by reducing unnecessary surgical steps and the chances of complications. Their system captures hundreds of thousands of data points in seconds, leading to more precise procedures compared to current methods, which may only utilize a few hundred points and require extensive time for registration.
He explains the benefits of their device, including the ability to work under challenging lighting conditions without the need to turn lights on and off in the operating room. Fairbanks also addresses the competitive landscape, highlighting their intellectual property and potential to transform surgical procedures. After successfully raising $8.2 million in funding, he invites collaboration from those interested in enhancing surgical experiences through this advanced technology.