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Potential Future Uses for Robotics in the Healthcare World

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The robotics industry is thriving and we’re seeing new applications of robots or robotics technology across sectors throughout the world. Some of these sectors are using robotics for the first time, but others have been using it for a while.

Take the healthcare industry, for example. Robotics have been used here for special applications such as surgeries over the last few years.

But, as technology develops, what are some of the potential future uses we could see in the coming years or decades? [Read more…] about Potential Future Uses for Robotics in the Healthcare World

Does Medicare Cover Telemedicine?

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In the age of technology breakthroughs, telemedicine has emerged as a popular choice for people to obtain healthcare services from the convenience of their homes.

Telemedicine, which includes video conferencing, is the use of technology to deliver healthcare services remotely.

Patients who cannot travel to a healthcare facility or have limited mobility can benefit the most from it. [Read more…] about Does Medicare Cover Telemedicine?

3 Ways AI Can Be Beneficial in Healthcare

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When you think of artificial intelligence in the workforce, you might think of robots filling in for the jobs of people. This image can make you wonder how artificial intelligence, or AI, can be beneficial in the workforce, specifically in the health field.

While there won’t be robots replacing nurses and doctors anytime soon, there are many ways AI can help those working in healthcare – learn more below. [Read more…] about 3 Ways AI Can Be Beneficial in Healthcare

Distalmotion raises $150 million for its robotic surgery system

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Distalmotion has raised $150 million in new financing.

The company says this “significant fundraise reinforces the confidence” of its existing investors led by Revival Healthcare Capital.

Dexter, Distalmotion’s robotic platform, is in day-to-day clinical use in Europe, successfully treating patients across a multitude of complex and high-volume procedures in general surgery, gynecology, urology. [Read more…] about Distalmotion raises $150 million for its robotic surgery system

Locus Robotics to provide AMRs for optical products distribution specialist

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ABB Optical, a distributor of optical products in the United States, and Locus Robotics, a provider of autonomous mobile robots for fulfillment warehouses, have installed Locus’ AMRs at ABB Optical’s National Logistics Center in Hebron, Kenucky.

ABB Optical’s Kentucky warehouse is the second location to utilize Locus’s innovative robotics automation technology and was built from the ground up to be a Locus-centric facility to improve warehouse order fulfillment efficiency and accuracy to deliver a superior fulfillment experience to their customers.

ABB Optical had previously deployed LocusBots at its Florida headquarters in November 2021. [Read more…] about Locus Robotics to provide AMRs for optical products distribution specialist

Noah Medical unveils first trials of its Galaxy robotic surgical system in human patients

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Medical robotics innovator Noah Medical has unveiled its ongoing trial at Macquarie University Hospital in Sydney, Australia.

The Frontier study is a first-in-human trial focused on the safety and feasibility of the Galaxy System, which is designed to improve location accuracy and successful diagnosis of lung nodules using its proprietary TiLT+ Technology.

The study is enrolling a small cohort of patients with the goal of successfully navigating to and biopsying peripheral lung nodules. The Galaxy System’s unique navigation capabilities were created to enable improved diagnosis and quicker time to treatment. [Read more…] about Noah Medical unveils first trials of its Galaxy robotic surgical system in human patients

How has technology development revolutionised healthcare?

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In recent years, the advancement of technology has helped create positive changes for many industries, particularly the healthcare sector.

Technology has always driven the capabilities of healthcare, with innovations and research methods continually helping to secure better outcomes for patients, from the invention of antibiotics, vaccines and anaesthetic, to scanners and defibrillators. But with the digital revolution accelerating faster than ever before, we can expect the benefits to become even greater.

We’ll explore some of the advantages of the technological revolution in healthcare settings. [Read more…] about How has technology development revolutionised healthcare?

Massage robot to start product evaluation in the US and clinical trial in Singapore

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Singapore robotics firm AiTreat will be embarking on a new product evaluation in the United States for their massage robot powered by artificial intelligence at Mayo Clinic, USA.

At the same time, a randomised controlled trial (RCT) comparing the efficacy of the massage robot with existing therapies such as manual Tuina – a massage used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) – in managing chronic low back pain is also being planned in Singapore.

The RCT will be jointly led by the biomedical sciences and Chinese medicine programme at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Singapore General Hospital (SGH). [Read more…] about Massage robot to start product evaluation in the US and clinical trial in Singapore

Institut Curie implements Versius surgical robotic system as part of research partnership

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Institut Curie, said to be France’s leading cancer research centre, has introduced CMR Surgical’s Versius Surgical Robotic System as part of a two-year clinical study partnership.

The Versius system will initially be dedicated to gynaecological cancer surgery with a focus on minimally invasive hysterectomies.

Professor Steven Le Gouill, director of the Institut Curie Hospital Complex, says: “This technology enables our hospital to remain at the forefront of innovation. [Read more…] about Institut Curie implements Versius surgical robotic system as part of research partnership

Levita Magnetics secures $26 million to advance disruptive surgical robotic system

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Levita Magnetics, on a mission to provide patients with more access to better surgery, has closed its $26 million Series C financing, which will be used to support regulatory and near-term commercial efforts in the United States for its Magnetic-Assisted Robotic Surgery (MARS) platform.

The financing was led by a healthtech investment group managed by seasoned investor Evan Norton, with participation from MedTex Ventures, as well as Invermaster and Carao Ventures, amongst other returning investors. The company also announced the appointment of Maria Sainz as chairwoman to its board of directors.

The MARS platform is designed to deliver the clinical benefits of the company’s first commercial product, the Levita Magnetic Surgical System®, including less pain, faster recovery and fewer scars for patients. [Read more…] about Levita Magnetics secures $26 million to advance disruptive surgical robotic system