Description:

Like the technology itself, adoption of robotic surgery is in evolution. This evolution is filled with myths and misconceptions. This session tackles head on these robotics myths elucidating our current understanding of robotic speed, ergonomics, cost, and quality.

Learning Objectives:

  1. Explore and attempt to debunk common robotic myths
  2. Better understand the role robotics plays in bariatric surgery
  3. Review the clinical data surrounding robotics and bariatrics

The Robot Slows You Down! - Debunking Common Myths
6:15pm Introduction
Sachin Kukreja, MD
6:16pm Personal Experience
Amit Taggar, MD
6:20pm Data
Monique Hassan, MD
Robotics Ergonomics are Just for Surgeon Comfort! - Debunking Common Myths
6:27pm Introduction
Cameron Askew, MD
6:27pm Personal Experience
Matthew Fourman, MD
6:31pm Data
Muhammad Ghanem, MD
Robotics is Too Expensive! - Debunking Common Myths
6:37pm Introduction
Cameron Askew, MD
6:38pm Personal Experience
Erik Wilson, MD
6:42pm Data
Monique Hassan, MD
6:48pm Discussion
Only Bad Surgeons Need the Robot! - Debunking Common Myths
6:58pm Introduction
Sachin Kukreja, MD
6:59pm Personal Experience
Helmuth Billy, MD
7:03pm Data
Daniel Guerron, MD
Robotics Provide No Clinical Benefit! - Debunking Common Myths
7:09pm Introduction
Dana Portenier, MD
7:10pm Personal Experience
Erik Wilson, MD
7:14pm Data
Muhammad Ghanem, MD
Robot Only Adds Value to Bariatric Revisions! - Debunking Common Myths
7:20pm Introduction
Dana Portenier, MD
7:21pm Personal Experience
Amit Taggar, MD
7:25pm Data
Daniel Guerron, MD
7:31pm Discussion
7:45pm Adjourn