This document discusses the use of immersive simulation for surgical training. It notes that simulation facilities are being developed around the world to provide cutting-edge training for surgeons. Digital imaging and computing advances have enabled medical simulation, initially used in craniofacial surgery. Simulation provides benefits like practice without risk to patients, improved skills and confidence for surgeons, and potentially reduced risks for patients. Both open and closed source simulation projects are used for varying needs. Performance tracking in simulation could allow certification and monitoring of surgeon competency over time.

1. Stop the Bleeding! Immersive Simulation for Surgeons SXSW Interactive 2011 #stopthebleeding John Qualter #biodigitalhuman Frank Sculli #biodigitalhuman Dr. Gregory Wiet #osc Charlene Zvolanek #char74

2. Charlene Zvolanek Director, User Experience MRM Worldwide SF @char74 charlene.zvolanek@mrmworldwide.com

3. Dr. Gregory J. Wiet, MBS, MD Associate Professor, Biomedical Information & Otolaryngology The Ohio State University Nationwide Children’s Hospital @osc Gregory.Wiet@nationwidechildrens.org

4. Frank Sculli, Co-Founder, Director of IT, bio-medical engineer BioDigital Systems @biodigitalhuman john@biodigital.com

5. John Qualter, Co-Founder, Director of Media, medical animator BioDigital Systems Research Assistant Professor, Division of Educational Informatics, NYU School of Medicine @biodigitalhuman john@biodigital.com

6. Simulation facilities are being developed at universities around the world, providing cutting-edge training that benefits surgeons and their patients.

7. Digital imaging and computing advances have fostered an era of medical surgery simulation. The medical field was the first to exploit volume visualization from CT in craniofacial surgery.

8. Gaming and simulation have much in common, but have as many differences. For over 20 years video games have given laypeople a way to investigate what it may be like to have their hand on the knife.

9. Things were different with surgery games in 1991, like Life & Death, for Atari & Amiga

10. The nature of surgery simulation fosters collaboration between academia, private companies, the military and technology solution providers. Both open and closed source projects coexist and serve the varying needs of each group, with amazing results.

11. Benefits of surgery simulation for medical professionals Laparoscopic technique training Specific robotic surgery tool training Practice as often as desired, expertise can be achieved far earlier Confidence built through practice allows better performance through skill and mental state Reduce dependence on costly cadaver and animal subjects So much MORE!

12. Benefits of surgery simulation for patients Less invasive surgeries, with faster recovery Less risk due to extensive practice of surgeons Reduced risk - Patient CT and MRI data loaded into simulation environment allows surgeons to practice a procedure on patient anatomy - Novice surgeons will perform better overall Future: Confidence in your surgeon based on their performance data So much MORE!

13. Interface design for simulation environments in some ways mirror gaming, but there are specific considerations that must be taken into account.

14. The practical applications today are just as exciting as the theoretical applications that future innovations will bring – such as truly virtual surgery and monitoring surgeon competency for various procedures over time

15. Performance measurement and certifications on individual procedures allow superior tracking of surgeon skill and readiness to enter the operating theater.

17. Standards development and approval

18. Certification of surgeons