Surgical Data Science Collective (SDSC)

✨ We’re thrilled to announce that the Surgical Data Science Collective is now officially part of the The G4 Alliance network! ✨ A huge thank you to The G4 Alliance team for the warm welcome! We are incredibly excited to join forces with this extraordinary group of global health champions. At SDSC, we share The G4 Alliance vision of ensuring equitable access to safe, high-quality surgical, obstetric, trauma, and anesthesia care around the world. Together, we look forward to collaborating on innovative training programs, using data-driven insights to improve surgical outcomes, and amplifying our advocacy efforts to support policies that ensure safe, accessible care for all. This partnership marks a significant step forward in our shared mission to create lasting change in healthcare systems, especially in low- and middle-income countries. We’re excited for the journey ahead with the G4 Alliance and all the incredible members working toward a better future in global health! Let’s get to work! 🚀 #GlobalHealth #SurgicalCare #AnesthesiaCare #DataDrivenCare #BetterHealthcare #Partnership #G4Alliance #SafeSurgery #HealthcareEducation

🚨 Exciting Announcement: Join Us at the 2024 Global Health Council Global Health Landscape Symposium! 🚨 We are thrilled to invite you to a special panel discussion at the 2024 Global Health Landscape Symposium (GHLS2024), taking place on November 18th, 2024 from 11:00-11:50 AM EST. Our panel, titled "Implementation of a Global Surgical Collective", will explore the future of global surgery and the transformative role AI and big data can play in revolutionizing surgical practices worldwide. We will dive into the power of international collaboration and partnerships to create a more equitable, efficient, and accessible global surgical network. Panel highlights include: 🌍 Dr. Daniel Donoho (SDSC President & Founder) will lead the conversation on SDSC’s mission and our vision for a global surgical collective powered by AI. 🌍 Experts including Dr. Barnabas Alayande (General Surgeon, UGHE, Rwanda), Dr. Timothy Singer (Resident Neurosurgeon, George Washington University, USA), and Dr. Hamisi Shabani (Consultant Neurosurgeon, Muhimbili Orthopedic Institute) will share insights from their respective regions on the challenges and opportunities of creating global surgical partnerships. 🌍 Margaux Masson-Forsythe 🏳️🌈, SDSC Director of Machine Learning, and Dor Spitzer, SDSC Director of Product, will cover the technical, ethical, and regulatory challenges in implementing an AI-driven surgical network across borders. This conversation comes at a critical time, as we look to innovate and collaborate to improve healthcare equity and patient outcomes worldwide. Whether you're a healthcare professional, technologist, or advocate for global health, this panel is not to be missed! 🔗 Mark your calendars for Nov 18, 11 AM EST and join us as we push the boundaries of what’s possible in global surgical care. Learn more & sign up here: https://lnkd.in/efYqYjmy #GlobalHealth #Surgery #AIinMedicine #HealthTech #GlobalCollaboration #HealthEquity #GHLS2024 #SurgicalAI #InnovationInHealthcare #SurgicalData #GlobalPartnerships

Wonder how you can make a difference by noticing your surroundings. Our 2024 TEDxLogan Circle speaker, Margaux Masson-Forsythe 🏳️🌈, noticed how many surgeons have stored terabytes of video data that weren't utilized. Doctors are busy, and there is just too much data. What to do? She answers this question in her TEDx Talk. Margaux Masson-Forsythe 🏳️🌈's TEDx talk "Why You Want AI to Watch Your Surgery" is now live. Watch it here: https://lnkd.in/gC9kFnmH ▶ Follow us at TEDxLogan Circle to learn more inspiring stories! ▶ Shoutout to Make a Scene Media for the interview and video editing. #TEDxLoganCircle #RethinkInnovation

🚀 ICYMI: Exciting Progress in Neurosurgery! 🚀 Back in May of this year, Dr. Ruth Lau, a trailblazing neurosurgeon at Hospital Universitari Joan XXIII in Tarragona, Spain, was awarded a prestigious grant from SENEC | Sociedad Española de Neurocirugía. This grant will support her groundbreaking work on integrating AI into brain tumor surgery! 🎉 In collaboration with Dr. Andreu Gabarrós from Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge and researchers from Toronto Western Hospital and Kelowna General Hospital, Dr. Lau's innovative project aims to enhance surgical precision for primary brain tumors by using the SDSC platform to study neurosurgical video. 🤝 The incidence of these tumors ranges from 0.59 to 5.73 cases per 100,000 people, underscoring the urgent need for more effective approaches. Every day, surgeons treat patients with brain tumors, facing the challenge of removing as much tumor as possible without harming surrounding healthy tissue. AI can help us tackle these challenges in ways that haven’t been possible before, ultimately supplementing surgical techniques to enhance patient outcomes. 🏥 We cant wait to see what Dr. Ruth Lau discovers! 🌟 For a deeper dive into how this collaboration could transform patient care and surgical practices, check out the full article: https://lnkd.in/e2v95A-H

🌟 About a month ago, our Director of Machine Learning Margaux Masson-Forsythe 🏳️🌈 captivated the TEDx #LoganCircle audience with her insights on the future of surgical training. Here are some key takeaways from her experience and ongoing work in AI and surgery: ✅Untapped Surgical Data: Hundreds of millions of surgical videos generate vast amounts of unused data, rich in insights that could revolutionize medical practices but often sit untouched. ✅AI has something Surgeons don’t (time): Unlike humans, AI can process and analyze hours of video in minutes, identifying patterns and providing valuable feedback to surgeons and medical residents. ✅Targeted Learning: Surgery often remains more art than science, leading to variability in patient outcomes. Just as athletes analyze their performances, medical practitioners can study specific techniques through AI-powered breakdowns of surgical actions, accelerating their skill development. ✅Predictive Analytics: Imagine an AI system that not only analyzes surgeries but predicts outcomes—potentially informing surgeons of the need for additional interventions before they even happen. The potential of AI in surgery is enormous. By collaborating among technologists, medical professionals, and policymakers, we can unlock a wealth of knowledge that leads to improved patient outcomes, reduced costs, and ultimately, lives saved. 🚀 Watch the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/ebi2Hk9G #AIinMedicine #TEDx #Innovation

🌟 Join the Surgical Data Science Revolution! 🌟 Are you a MD, scientist, researcher, or technologist passionate about advancing surgical research? We invite you to become a member of the SDSC Fellows’ Research Community—a vibrant network dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in surgery through AI, ML, and data science. 🔍 What’s in it for you? 🔍 ✔ Access to Rich Data: Utilize our SOC2 and HIPAA compliant surgical video platform to uncover unprecedented insights. ✔ Publication Opportunities: Collaborate with us and get your research published in top journals like CNS, NASBS, and more! ✔ Accelerate Your Work: Tap into in-house ML and data science resources to fast-track your research. ✔ Funding Support: Gain insights on applying for grants. Networking: Connect with peers and experts who share your research interests. ✔ Amplify Your Impact: Let our social media team showcase your work to expand your reach. 🚀 Be part of a groundbreaking initiative that’s shaping the future of surgical research. If you’re ready to make a difference, reach out through our contact form today. We can’t wait to welcome you to our community! 🔗: https://lnkd.in/eG27QX63 #SurgicalResearch #DataScience #AIinSurgery #Collaboration #Innovation #JoinUs

🌍✨ Did you know that 5 billion people worldwide lack access to safe surgery? This staggering statistic highlights the urgent need for surgical equity—a challenge we at Surgical Data Science Collective (SDSC) are addressing head-on. SDSC is harnessing AI and a vast library of surgical data to democratize surgical knowledge, ensuring that the latest techniques reach every surgeon, no matter where they practice. Our innovative platform is like YouTube for surgeons, but with the analytical power of AI to uncover hidden insights into surgical workflows. Typically, we conduct tool detection analyses post-operation via our Surgical Video Platform, but our live sessions earlier this year at Stanford Neurosurgery, as well as our demo at the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (AANS) annual meeting, showcased our capabilities for real-time AI guidance during neurosurgical procedures. Our team is an inspiring mix of experts from diverse fields, including neurosurgeons, engineers, and machine learning specialists. Together, we are building a community that transcends traditional barriers, making surgical knowledge accessible and actionable for all. It's exciting to think about the groundbreaking advancements in this field. SDSC is not just about technology—it's about collaboration and a commitment to improving healthcare for everyone. 💡 Imagine a future where AI can make complex skills accessible to anyone with an internet connection. 🏥 We are leading the way, building technology that can enhance existing human expertise and elevate global health standards. 🔗 Explore more about SDSC and our mission to reshape the future of surgery: surgicalvideo.io #Surgery #AI #HealthcareInnovation #GlobalHealth #SurgicalDataScience #Collaboration

Exciting developments in surgical AI were unveiled at the inaugural Artificial Intelligence and Innovation in Medicine Meeting (AI2M) in Bologna, Italy! Organized by Filippo Filicori and Jacopo Filicori, the event brought together industry leaders, academic researchers, and surgeons, all eager to discuss the future of global surgery. 🔍 Margaux Masson-Forsythe 🏳️🌈, our Director of Machine Learning, discussed optimizing data annotation for AI model performance and the need for a global repository of surgical videos to address data scarcity. 🛠️ Daniel Donoho, our founder, shared insights on using AI to enhance surgical efficiency, particularly in pituitary surgeries, and moderated a panel on regulatory challenges in the US vs. Europe. Both emphasized the critical role of interdisciplinary collaboration in driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. SDSC is leading the charge in making surgical practices more data-driven and efficient. Read more about what happened here: https://lnkd.in/dgkwyPAN #GlobalSurgery #AI2M #AI #ArtificialIntelligence

🚀 Transforming Surgery with AI: Insights from AI2M Conference! 🤖✨ Recently, the Artificial Intelligence and Innovation in Medicine Meeting (AI2M) in Bologna, Italy, brought together a diverse group of experts to explore innovative solutions in procedural medicine, with a focus on robotic surgery and leveraging data to enhance clinical outcomes. Organized by Filippo Filicori and Jacopo Filicori, attendees included industry leaders, academic researchers, and surgeons, all eager to engage in meaningful discussions. Shout-out to our very own Daniel Donoho and Margaux Masson-Forsythe 🏳️🌈, who caught the spotlight many times as speakers, panelists, and moderators. Key Takeaways: 🏥 Surgeon Engagement: Attendees included industry leaders, academic researchers, and surgeons—around 100 participants in total. While this number was promising, roughly 1/3 the audience were surgeons. There’s definitely a need to involve more surgeons who may be unaware of these advancements. 💡 Emerging Challenges: Many complexities surrounding surgical video capture, data management, and analytics creation still remain unsolved. This highlights the importance of continued dialogue and partnerships in the field. 🤝 Collaboration is Key: Many companies are interested in collaborating to develop more rigorous AI tools, and the above challenges definitely require a lot of it - that's why conferences like this are so important. Overall, there’s a lot of exciting work being done! But to make a real impact, we need to bring AI research back to the surgeons and the patients in order to develop more effective tools, and have a real impact with this surgical data science research. #NSGY #AI #AI2M #DataScience #Innovation

🌍Transforming Global Surgical Care! 🚑 Exciting things are happening after the World Health Assembly adopted universal access to emergency, critical, and operative care! The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences Global Clinical Care Alliance (GCCA) recently hosted an inaugural webinar to explore innovations in global surgical education, featuring our founder, Daniel Donoho, as a panelist to discuss innovations in global surgical education. It was a fantastic opportunity to discuss how we can all work together to make healthcare more accessible. Here’s what’s happening: 🌐 Over 1 Billion People Affected: Countless individuals suffer due to inadequate surgical care, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. A stark contrast exists between the U.S. and regions with limited neurosurgical resources. For example, Tanzania has a population of approximately 61 million, and the country has only 27 neurosurgeons—one for every 2.3 million people—and just 7 neurosurgical centers available. 📊 Harnessing Data for Better Outcomes: While these disparities exist, many neurosurgical operating rooms and procedures contain the same core equipment: cameras that capture raw data, instruments that record when they power cycle, and so on. By applying advanced technologies like computer vision and AI to this data, we can enhance surgical outcomes. 📚 Enhancing Surgical Training: By offering insights into the relationship between surgical steps and outcomes, we can identify patterns leading to successful procedures. The goal is to create a comprehensive database that identifies best practices, procedural variations, and factors influencing outcomes such as infections and procedure failures across all camera-based surgeries, both preoperatively and intraoperatively. This approach not only aims to provide long-term feedback, but also facilitates knowledge sharing across the world. Click here to view the entire discussion: https://lnkd.in/eCjzdQD2 Exciting prospects ahead as we leverage technology to elevate surgical care worldwide! 🌟 #GlobalHealth #Surgery #DataScience #AIinHealthcare #SurgicalTraining