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Professor Irshad Shaikh is a colorectal and general surgeon specialising in robotic and laparoscopic surgery. We discuss surgical robotic systems like da Vinci, AI overlays like Eureka α and laparoscopic surgery. We talk about their impact, their advantages and disadvantages and their future. I also learn the unbelievable achievement of transcontinental surgery achieved by SSI Mantra (telepresence).

00:00:00 - Introduction & Meet Professor Irshad Sheikh

00:02:01 - Open vs. Laparoscopic vs. Robotic Surgery Explained

00:06:24 - Step-by-Step of Robotic Surgery in Narrow Areas (Pelvis/Rectum)

00:12:01 - Augmented Reality, TilePro, & AI Software Guidance Tools

00:15:57 - 3D Video Curation & VR Headsets for Surgeon Training

00:18:03 - Remote Transcontinental & Wireless Operations

00:21:42 - Applications Beyond Colorectal Surgery

00:23:55 - Cost Savings, Hospital Stays, & Healthcare Economics

00:26:56 - Limitations, Bleeding Complications, & Haptic Feedback

00:31:35 - The Role of the Assistant & Dual-Console Learning

00:33:14 - Simulation Programs & Training Methods for Surgeons

00:37:08 - The Future of Surgery: NHS 2030 Goals & Autonomous Procedures

00:44:46 - Insights from Robotic Surgery Conferences

00:47:22 - Complexities of Rectal Cancer & Organ Preservation Modalities

00:53:42 - Closing Thoughts & Future Podcast Opportunities