Robotics,TelesurgeryandSurgical AI
Collaborative Community
Supported by the Society of Robotic Surgery

Robotics, Telesurgery
and Surgical AI
Collaborative Community

Advancing equitable global healthcare through remote surgery, intelligent robotic systems, and cross-disciplinary collaboration between medicine, technology, and policy.

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What's Happening in Telesurgery

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The Initiative

About Our Community

Formed by leading stakeholders in robotics and telesurgery to address healthcare's most urgent challenges.

Dr. Vipul Patel, Executive Director of the Society of Robotic Surgery (SRS) and Director of the Global Robotics Institute, along with esteemed stakeholders in robotics and telesurgery, have formed this collaborative community.

Enabled by advanced robotic systems and high-speed communication technologies, telesurgery combines the precision of robotic technology with efficient, low-latency tele-connectivity — creating a bridge between geographical barriers and medical expertise.

"Through technology and education, we, as experts, possess the capability to rebalance the scales."

Dr. Vipul Patel — Executive Director, Society of Robotic Surgery

It is estimated that more than 15 million additional healthcare professionals are required to achieve universal healthcare by 2030.

Dr Vipul Patel

Dr. Vipul Patel

Executive Director, SRS · Director, Global Robotics Institute

Vision & Purpose

Best practices for equitable access to advanced surgical care worldwide.

Global Healthcare Equity

Remote surgery programs bridging underserved populations and world-class expertise.

Robotic Platform Validation

Recommendations on platforms ensuring safe and efficient surgical standards.

Trustworthy AI in Surgery

Mediating between AI community and clinical practice, fostering responsible AI.

Ethics, Law & Regulation

Evidence-based guidelines for functional remote surgery programs.

Working Framework

Integrating multiple specialties to implement new technologies.

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Identify

Challenges & opportunities

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Engage

Contact stakeholders

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Activate

Implement guidelines

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Evaluate

Observe & learn

Core Recommendations

Executive recommendations for safe telesurgery practice.

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Prioritize Patient Safety and Efficacy

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Maintain Transparency, Honesty & Consent

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Foster Human Interaction and Empathy

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Adhere to Ethical Medical Practices

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Establish Clear Accountability and Liability

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Uphold Data Privacy and Security

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Promote Accessibility and Equity

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Encourage International Collaboration

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Promote Continuous Education and Training

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Promote Innovation of Safe Technologies

Global Reach

Telesurgery Map

Track telesurgery procedures — procedure type, distance, and route.

Procedures Tracked

Technology

Robotic Platforms Landscape

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Research & Publications

Latest in Telesurgery Science

Peer-reviewed publications driving the future of remote surgery.

Events

Global Telesurgery Congress

Bringing together experts to shape the future of telesurgery.

February 3–4, 2024 · Orlando, Florida

1st Global Telesurgery Consensus Meeting

Experts from medicine, surgery, telecommunication, medical technology, government regulation, and hospital administration established the roadmap for telesurgery worldwide.

Network Infrastructure

Equipping hospitals with 5G connectivity for low latency.

Training & Credentialing

Standardizing physician education with outcome-focused training.

Regulatory Framework

Building telesurgery-specific regulatory apparatus.

Get Involved

Join the Collaborative Community

Whether you are a surgeon, researcher, technologist, regulator, or advocate — the future of telesurgery requires your expertise.