TED: How augmented reality could change the future of surgery | Nadine Hachach-Haram

The video discusses the Information Age and its impact on connectivity, highlighting the global crisis in accessing surgical care. It explores how digital technology, particularly augmented reality, can address these challenges by enabling remote surgery. A live demonstration showcases the potential of AR in surgical training and care. The video concludes with real-world applications and the future potential of AR in improving global health.

What is the current epoch of technological advancements called?

• Technological Age

• Digital Age

• Information Age

• Industrial Age

What percentage of the world's population lacks access to safe surgical care?

• 50%

• 60%

• 80%

• 70%

How many qualified surgeons are there in Sierra Leone for its population?

• 1 for every 100,000 people

• 1 for every 600,000 people

• 1 for every 200,000 people

• 1 for every 400,000 people

What surgical advancement allows procedures to be less invasive?

• Remote surgery

• Robotic surgery

• Keyhole surgery

• Antiseptic techniques

What does robotic surgery introduce to the field of surgery?

• More surgeons

• Increased speed

• Ultra precision

• Lower costs

What is the key ingredient for providing remote surgery without a million-dollar robot?

• Virtual reality headset

• High-speed internet

• Augmented reality collaboration software

• Advanced surgical tools

What technology was used in the live surgery demonstration?

• Virtual reality

• Augmented reality

• 3D printing

• Artificial intelligence

How has augmented reality impacted surgical care in local hospitals?

• Improved access and reduced costs

• Increased surgical complications

• Reduced access to care

• Increased travel time

What was the outcome of using augmented reality in Peru for cleft lip and palate surgery?

• 30% more operations with fewer complications

• Decreased number of surgeries

• Increased complications

• No change in surgical outcomes

What is the ultimate potential of digital technology according to the speaker?

• To increase healthcare costs

• To replace surgeons

• To democratize access to healthcare

• To limit surgical procedures