3D Systems Case Studies Implementing Robotic Surgery Training in Matto Central Hospital, Japan

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	Implementing Robotic Surgery Training in Matto Central Hospital, Japan 3D Systems

Implementing Robotic Surgery Training in Matto Central Hospital, Japan

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Applicable Industries	Education Healthcare & Hospitals
Use Cases	Remote Surgery Virtual Training
Services	System Integration Training
Challenge	Matto Central Hospital in Hakusan, Japan, established in 1948, was facing a significant challenge in training its physicians on new robotic surgery techniques for prostatectomy and other procedures. The hospital had recently acquired the da Vinci robotic surgery equipment, which required hands-on training and experience. However, being a relatively small hospital, finding the budget for a simulation lab was a significant hurdle. Despite the financial constraints, the hospital recognized the importance of a robotic skills lab, especially for the surgical residents who found it attractive. Read More
About Customer	The customer in this case study is Matto Central Hospital in Hakusan, Japan. Established in 1948, the hospital provides regional medical services. Despite being a relatively small hospital, it is committed to adopting advanced medical technologies to improve patient care. The hospital recently acquired the da Vinci robotic surgery equipment, which necessitated the training of its physicians and residents in new robotic surgery techniques. The hospital faced budget constraints in setting up a simulation lab for this purpose. However, recognizing the importance of such training, it decided to invest in a Robotix Mentor training simulator. Read More
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Solution	To overcome the challenge, the hospital decided to purchase a Robotix Mentor training simulator. This simulator allowed the physicians to learn robotic surgery in a controlled and safe environment. The training program was later expanded to include residents as well. The Robotix Mentor, introduced by 3D Systems, is known for its advanced, highly life-like prostatectomy modules. The robotic prostatectomy course was divided into two parts: completing the Robotix Mentor prostatectomy modules and practicing with the real da Vinci surgical system. Before the actual surgery, each physician was required to complete at least 20 hours of training. The goal was to ensure that the physicians were comfortable handling the da Vinci surgical system. Read More Log in to view content
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Applicable Industries

Education

Healthcare & Hospitals

Use Cases

Remote Surgery

Virtual Training

Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

Matto Central Hospital in Hakusan, Japan, established in 1948, was facing a significant challenge in training its physicians on new robotic surgery techniques for prostatectomy and other procedures. The hospital had recently acquired the da Vinci robotic surgery equipment, which required hands-on training and experience. However, being a relatively small hospital, finding the budget for a simulation lab was a significant hurdle. Despite the financial constraints, the hospital recognized the importance of a robotic skills lab, especially for the surgical residents who found it attractive.

About Customer

The customer in this case study is Matto Central Hospital in Hakusan, Japan. Established in 1948, the hospital provides regional medical services. Despite being a relatively small hospital, it is committed to adopting advanced medical technologies to improve patient care. The hospital recently acquired the da Vinci robotic surgery equipment, which necessitated the training of its physicians and residents in new robotic surgery techniques. The hospital faced budget constraints in setting up a simulation lab for this purpose. However, recognizing the importance of such training, it decided to invest in a Robotix Mentor training simulator.

Customer Name

Matto Central Hospital

Solution

To overcome the challenge, the hospital decided to purchase a Robotix Mentor training simulator. This simulator allowed the physicians to learn robotic surgery in a controlled and safe environment. The training program was later expanded to include residents as well. The Robotix Mentor, introduced by 3D Systems, is known for its advanced, highly life-like prostatectomy modules. The robotic prostatectomy course was divided into two parts: completing the Robotix Mentor prostatectomy modules and practicing with the real da Vinci surgical system. Before the actual surgery, each physician was required to complete at least 20 hours of training. The goal was to ensure that the physicians were comfortable handling the da Vinci surgical system.

Impact #1	The implementation of the Robotix Mentor training simulator has had a significant impact on the operations of Matto Central Hospital. It has generated considerable interest in robotic surgery and urology among the physicians and residents. The simulator has provided them with the knowledge and skills needed to work with patients, thereby improving the quality of patient care. Furthermore, the simulator has allowed the hospital to overcome its budget constraints and provide hands-on training to its physicians and residents. This has not only enhanced their skills but also increased their confidence in handling the da Vinci surgical system.

Impact #1

The implementation of the Robotix Mentor training simulator has had a significant impact on the operations of Matto Central Hospital. It has generated considerable interest in robotic surgery and urology among the physicians and residents. The simulator has provided them with the knowledge and skills needed to work with patients, thereby improving the quality of patient care. Furthermore, the simulator has allowed the hospital to overcome its budget constraints and provide hands-on training to its physicians and residents. This has not only enhanced their skills but also increased their confidence in handling the da Vinci surgical system.

Benefit #1	The hospital was able to provide at least 20 hours of training to each physician before they performed actual surgery.
Benefit #2	The chief surgeon, who performs 50 or more robotic prostatectomy cases per year, is the most frequent user of the Robotix Mentor.
Benefit #3	The training program was expanded to include residents, increasing the number of trained professionals in the hospital.

Benefit #1

The hospital was able to provide at least 20 hours of training to each physician before they performed actual surgery.

Benefit #2

The chief surgeon, who performs 50 or more robotic prostatectomy cases per year, is the most frequent user of the Robotix Mentor.

Benefit #3

The training program was expanded to include residents, increasing the number of trained professionals in the hospital.

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