Explore the World of Medical Extended Reality
The primary clinical focus of our lab is intraoperative visualization—specifically, augmented reality (AR) surgical navigation. In the operating room, the impact of Medical Extended Reality (MXR) is most evident in complex surgeries that require extensive preoperative planning and seamless collaboration among multidisciplinary medical teams. These technologies support precision, enhance decision-making, and ultimately contribute to improved patient outcomes.
Since November of 2023 we have over 75 surgical procedures at UC Davis including:
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30 Neurosurgery
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25 ENT/CMF
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20 Oral Surgery
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8 Craniofacial/Pediatric
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8 Orthopedic Surgery
Additionally, we have assisted with 32 additional cases with outside research collaborators from across the world.
Neurosurgeons use MRI and CAT scan data to plan rare and complex surgeries.
Augmented reality goggles display virtual 3D models floating in a real environment that surgeons can view and control with hand held devices.
Virtual 3D models floating in a real environment.
Focus Areas
Some of the key areas where the lab is pioneering innovations include craniomaxillofacial, head and neck, neurosurgery and orthopedic surgery. See how we are putting MXR to use in these complex medical domains.
Transforming Surgery
Current Standard of Care
The current standard of care uses 2D point-based anatomic verification
Future Standard of Care
The future standard of care will involve a 3D anatomic perspective
Innovations
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First to apply AR navigation to many new surgery procedures across ENT, neurosurgery & orthopedic surgery
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AR system to track bony fracture reduction
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AR-navigated blind osteotomies
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A novel stereotactic EEG AR workflow
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AR ventriculostomy tracking system
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AR tracking of hip implants
Clinical Applications
Learn how new technologies are transforming how we address the correction of deformities and injuries in the skull, face, and jaw.
Craniomaxillofacial Surgery
See how surgical procedures to treat conditions affecting the head, neck, and related structures, including tumors, trauma, and congenital anomalies are being transformed with MXR tools.
Head and Neck Surgery
Learn how MXR is being used to diagnose and treat conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, and nervous system.
Neurosurgery
See how technology aids in diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating musculoskeletal disorders and injuries during orthopedic surgery.
Orthopedic Surgery