Laparoscopic Surgical Simulator

Summary

Laparoscopic surgical simulator is designed for conducting planned advanced training procedures, including the option of providing a remote (or delayed) comprehensive assessment of the surgeon’s laparoscopic surgical skills. The device is meant to simulate procedures in patients of all ages and contexts, even for practicing advanced surgical skills on children.

Potential Applications

• Preparing and simulating surgical procedures in complex patients
• Developing and training laparoscopic surgical skills for professionals in training

Development Stats

TRL 6  – Technology demonstrated in relevant environment (simulation)

Advantages

• Allows trainees to simulate patients of all ages and backgrounds
• Allows trainers to evaluate training at a later time

Opportunities

• Looking for partners interested in expanding the technology’s validation process in a real environment
• Opportunity to acquire, through Training & Competence (Spin-Off UC), for teaching institutions, clinics and hospitals interested in simulating surgical procedures in complex patients.

Intellectual Property

Chilean Patent No. 2768-2019 pending

Researcher

Julián Varas, School of Medicine