Oral Presentation Abstracts
O-01 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Recent Advances of Transformers in Endoscopic Video Analysis: A Review
Abhisri Ramesh; Abdulla Ahmed; Myra Zaheer; Nishanth Gowda; Arhum Naeem; and Daniel Donoho. George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington DC, DC; Children’s National Hospital, Washington DC, DC
Questions can be sent to Abhisri Ramesh, abhisri.ramesh@gwmail.gwu.edu
O-02 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Feasibility of Augmented Reality-Based Procedural Checklist for In-Patient Bedside EVD Placement
Joshua Olexa, MD; Graeme Woodworth, MD; and Gary Schwartzbauer, MD, PhD
University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
Questions can be sent to Joshua Olexa, MD, jon@hothintel.com
O-03 | Abstract Category: Promoting Technology and Collaboration
Novel Augmented Reality-Based Surgical Simulator Empowering the Modern Surgical Team: Bridging Skill Gaps in the Digital Era
Zaina Aloul, MBBCh; Mohammed El-Bahnasawi, BSc, MBBS; Samuel Colman, MBBCh; Nayaab Abdulkader, MBChB; Pramod Luthra, MS, FRCS, MA; Jeremy Brown, PhD; and David Rawaf, BSc, MBBS, MSc
Cardiff University School of Medicine, Cardiff, United Kingdom; Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester University Foundation Trust, Manchester, United Kingdom; Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester, United Kingdom; Southend Hospital, Mid Essex NHS trust, Essex, United Kingdom; Edge Hill University, Lancashire, United Kingdom; Inovus Medical, London, United Kingdom
Questions can be sent to Zaina Aloul, MBBCh, zeinaaloul1@gmail.com
O-04 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Acquisition of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Skills in Mixed Reality for Effective Discharge Training of the Families of Pediatric Patient
Paul Jeziorczak, MD, MPH; and Inki Kim, PhD
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL
Questions can be sent to Paul Jeziorczak, MD, MPH, pjezio2@uic.edu
O-05 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
AI Model Improvement of FLS PEG Transfer Competency After Video Annotation Optimization
Andrew Hu, MD; Usman Roshan, PhD; Justin Ady, MD; Rohit Muralidhar; Joelle Getrajdman, MD; Jenny Cai, MD; Nell Maloney-Patel; and Advaith Bongu, MD, FACS
Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, New Brunswick, NJ; New Jersey Institute of Technology, Newark, NJ; Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL
Questions can be sent to Andrew Hu, MD, ah1425@rwjms.rutgers.edu
O-06 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Automated Overhead Operating Room Lights for Increased Surgical Safety and Efficiency
Andrew Schindler; Sarah Hakam; Zach Mendoza; Tristen Slamowitz; and Ahmad Tabatabaeishoorijeh
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Andrew Schindler, aoschindler@tamu.edu
O-07 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Machine Learning Vision System for Measuring Colonoscope Control During Training
Hang-Ling Wu; Scarlett Miller; and Jason Moore
The Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
Questions can be sent to Hang-Lin Wu, hmw5452@psu.edu
O-08 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
AdaptiveSAM: Towards Efficient Tuning of SAM for Surgical Scene Segmentation
Jay Nitin Paranjape; Nithin Gopalakrishnan Nair; Shameema Sikder, MD; S. Swaroop Vedula; and Vishal M. Patel
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
Questions can be sent to Jay Nitin Paranjape, jay.edutech@gmail.com
O-09 | Abstract Category: Promoting Technology and Collaboration
Fostering Innovative Mindsets Among Medical Students through Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Nagham Toba, MD; Mowafak Alzoebi, MD; Hind Alawadi; Marwa Mohamed, MD; Thomas Boillat, PhD; and Homero Rivas, MD, MBA, FACS
Mohammed Bin Rashid University of Medicine and Healthcare Sciences, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Questions can be sent to Nagham Toba, MD, nagham.toba@residents.mbru.ac.ae
Posters Presentation Abstracts
P-A-01 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Navigating Laparoscopic Camera Skills: Unveiling the Need and Efficacy of a Low-Fidelity Training Curriculum for Medical Students
Lea Ann Salvador Urita, MD, MPH; A. Garcia, MD; S. Ghuman, MS; C. Tran, MD; L. T. Knowlin, MD; B. Jean, MS; A. Jones, DO; S. Wexner, MD, FACEP; Y. B. Chen, MD, FACOG, FPMRS; and T. Chang, MD, MAcM
Kern Medical Center/University of California Los Angeles, Bakersfield, CA; Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA
Questions can be sent to Lea Ann Salvador Urita, MD, MPH, lea.urita@gmail.com
P-A-02 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Discovering the Brainstem: An Interactive Web-Based Atlas
Sydney Zhou, BA, BE; Duncan Salmon, BA; Emily Minner, BS; Gayatri Prakash, BS; Deeksha Sarda, BS; Kunal Jain, BS; and Leslie Day, PhD
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Sydney Zhou, BA, BE, sydney.zhou@tamu.edu
P-A-03 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Quantitative Analysis of Wounds to Aid in At-Home Chronic Wound Care: A Web Application
Gayatri Prakash; Varshni Nandakumar; Duncan Salmon; Deeksha Sarda; and Amulya Srivatsa
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Gayatri Prakash, gayatri.prakash@tamu.edu
P-A-04 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
A Composite Hydrogel Small Bowel for Small Bowel Anastomosis Training
Alex Gong; Shi-Wen Olivia Yau; Hans B. Erickson; Conner J. Parsey; Jack E. Norfleet, PhD; and Robert M. Sweet, MD, FACS
University of Washington, Seattle, WA; U.S. Army DEVCOM Soldier Center, Orlando, FL
Questions can be sent to Alex Gong, atg6@uw.edu
P-A-05 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Differences in Objective Performance Indicators During Robotic Right Colectomy in Obese and Non-Obese Patient Populations
Mishal Gillani, MD; Manali Rupji, MS; Virginia L.O. Shaffer, MD; Patrick Sean Sullivan, MD; Glen C. Balch, MD; Mallory Shields, PhD; Terrah Paul Olson, MD; Yuan Liu Liu, PhD; and Seth Alan Rosen, MD.
Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA; Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, Atlanta, GA; Intuitive Surgical, Seattle, WA; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
Questions can be sent to Mishal Gillani, MD, mishal.gillani@emory.edu
P-A-06 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Differences in Objective Performance Indicators Between Expert, Intermediate and Novice Surgeons During Mobilization Steps of Robotic Right Colectomy
Mishal Gillani, MD; Manali Rupji, MS; Patrick Sean Sullivan, MD; Virginia L.O. Shaffer, MD; Glen C. Balch, MD; Mallory Shields, PhD; Terrah Paul Olson, MD; Yuan Liu Liu, PhD; and Seth Alan Rosen, MD
Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, GA; Winship Cancer Institute, Emory University, Atlanta, GA; Intuitive Surgical, Seattle, WA; Rollins School of Public Health, Emory University, Atlanta, GA
Questions can be sent to Mishal Gillani, MD, mishal.gillani@emory.edu
P-A-07 | Abstract Category: Challenges in Surgical Education
Efficacy and Transferability of Midlevel Fidelity Surgical Simulators: Development of Custom Simulators of Anomalous Variation of Hepatobiliary Anatomy for Cholecystectomy
Shawn Moore, EdD; Charmee Mehta, MD; Margaret Monette Romine, MD; Stephen Gregg, MD; Will Molair, MD; and Carl Eugene Haisch, MD, FACS
East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, Greenville, NC
Questions can be sent to Shawn Moore, EdD, mooresha@ecu.edu
P-B-01 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Eye-Tracking Surgical Headlamp for Improved Intra-Operative Visualization and Efficiency
Sarah Hakam, BS; Zachary Mendoza, BS; Andrew Schindler, BS; Tristen Slamowitz; Ahmad Tabatabaeishoorijeh, BS; Nicholas Sears, PhD; and Sylvia Martinez, MD, FACS
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX; Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Sarah Hakam, BS, shakam5755@gmail.com
P-B-02 | Abstract Category: Promoting Technology and Collaboration
Leveling Up Surgical Education: Exploring Collaborations with the Gaming Industry for Innovative Training
Sarah Hakam, BS; Anwar Hakam; Paras Gupta, MHE; Isuru Somawardana, BS; Nicholas Sears, PhD; and Rhome Hughes, MD
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Sarah Hakam, BS, shakam5755@gmail.com
P-B-03 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Three-Dimensional Printing in Surgical Education: An Updated Systematic Review of the Literature
Iulianna Taritsa; Daniela Lee; Jose Foppiani; Angelica Hernandez Alvarez; Kirsten Anne Schuster, MD; and Samuel Jui-Wen Lin, MD, MBA, FACS
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA
Questions can be sent to Iulianna Taritsa, iulianna.taritsa@northwestern.edu
P-B-04 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Advancing Minimally Invasive Surgeries: An Ergonomic Laparoscopic Grasper for Comfort and Precision
Deeksha Sarda; Gayatri Prakash; April Lovelady, PhD; and Nicholas Sears, PhD
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Deeksha Sarda, deeksha.sarda@tamu.edu
P-B-05 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
A Device for Intra-Abdominal Clip Loading During Robotic Cholecystectomy
Jaden Thomas Aland, BS; Emily Minner, BS; Sydney Zhou, BA, BE; Maya Pimentel, BS, BA; Amulya Srivatsa, BS; Nicholas Sears, PhD; and Nicole Marie Tapia, MD
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX; Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Jaden Thomas Aland, BS, jadenaland@tamu.edu
P-B-06 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Enhancing Cardiac Surgeons’ Ergonomics: Minimizing the Neck Movements During Heart Surgery Using Micro-Monitors
Rubayet Kamal; and Rabin Gerrah
Meharry Medical College, School of Medicine, Nashville, TN; Stanford University, Stanford, CA
Questions can be sent to Rubayet Kamal, rkamal21@email.mmc.edu
P-B-07 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
High Fidelity Trauma Operative Simulation for Rising Senior Residents
Devin Gillaspie, MD; Brian James Daley, MD, FACS; Melinda Klar, RN; and Judy Roark
University of Tennessee Medical Center Knoxville, Knoxville, TN
Questions can be sent to Devin Gillaspie, MD, dgillaspie@utmck.edu
P-C-01 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Point of Care Diagnostic Wearable for Traumatic Brain Injury Diagnosis and Characterization
Arsallan Nisar, MHS; Paras Gupta, MBE; Hamza Memon, BS; Sarah Hakam, BS; Nick Panzo, BS; Aiza Nisar, BS; and Andrew Robbins, PhD
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Arsallan Nisar, MHS, anisar@tamu.edu
P-C-02 | Abstract Category: Challenges in Surgical Education
Improving Low-Cost, Reusable Pericardiocentesis Models with Synthetic Gelatin
Akshaj Pandey; Ritikha Vengadesh; Ysabelle Ibarrola; Alexandria Lo; Darsh Patel; David Shreiber, PhD; and Colleen M. Donovan, MD, CHSE, FACEP
Rutgers University School of Engineering, Piscataway, NJ; Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Piscataway, NJ
Questions can be sent to Akshaj Pandey, pandeyakshaj13@gmail.com
P-C-03 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Low-Cost Emergency Department Thoracotomy Simulation Improves Surgical Residents Confidence and Knowledge
Erick Lee Przybylski, MSMS; Emma Huston, MSc; Rahima Osman; and Nicole Lena Werner, MD, MS, FACS
University of Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI
Questions can be sent to Erick Lee Przybylski, MSMS, eprzybylski@uwhealth.org
P-C-04 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Correcting for Rater Effects in Surgical Skills Assessment in the Operating Room
Ryan Chou; Hajira Naz; Kofi D. O. Boahene; Jessica H. Maxwell; John R. Wanamaker, MD; Patrick J. Bryne, MD; Ira D. Papel; Theda C. Kontis; Gregory D. Hager, PhD; Lisa E. Ishii; Sonya Malekzadeh; S. Swaroop Vedula; and Masaru Ishii
Whiting School of Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD; Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD; MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC; Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, OH
Questions can be sent to Ryan Chou, r.chou.link@gmail.com
P-C-05 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Instructive Feedback for Video-Based Surgical Coaching
Ryan Chou; Brittany Tsou; Jiawei Zhao; S. Swaroop Vedula; and Shameema Sikder
Whiting School of Engineering, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD; Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
Questions can be sent to Ryan Chou, r.chou.link@gmail.com
P-C-06 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Localizing Steps in Cataract Surgical Videos
Nisarg A. Shah; Shameema Sikder, MD; S. Swaroop Vedula; and Vishal M. Patel
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
Questions can be sent to Nisarg A. Shah, snisarg812@gmail.com
P-C-07 | Abstract Category: Challenges in Surgical Education
Utility of Virtual Reality Game Development Engines in Surgical Training
Paras Gupta, MBE; Sarah Hakam; Arsallan Nisar; Isuru Somawardana; Muhammad Hamza Memon; and Nicholas Sears, PhD
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Paras Gupta, MBE, pgupta@tamu.edu
P-C-08 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Segmentation of Surgical Motion Using Instantaneous Screw Axes
Heath James Boyea; and Ann Majewicz Fey, PhD
University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX
Questions can be sent to Heath James Boyea, heathboyea@utexas.edu
P-D-01 | Abstract Category: Challenges in Surgical Education
Challenges in Early Exposure to Microsurgery in Medical School
Daniela Lee; Iulianna Taritsa; Jose Foppiani, MD; Angelica Hernandez Alvarez; Kirsten A. Schuster, MD; and Samuel J. Lin, MD, MBA, FACS
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA
Questions can be sent to Daniela Lee, danielalee@hms.harvard.edu
P-D-02 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Cutting to the Chase: Is There a Relationship Between Mechanical Properties and Haptic Fidelity?
Kyleigh Kriener; Raushan Lala; and Mark John Midwinter, MD, FRACS
University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
Questions can be sent to Kyleigh Kriener, kyleighkriener@gmail.com
P-D-03 | Abstract Category: Promoting Technology and Collaboration
Digital Stethoscopes for Live Broadcast in Educational Environments
Christopher Chaftari; Duncan Salmon; Kunal Jain; Ronald Sperry; Keyvon Rashidi; and John Wilson, MD, PhD
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Christopher Chaftari, cpchaftari@tamu.edu
P-D-04 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Cross-Dataset Adaptation for Instrument Classification in Cataract Surgery Videos
Jay Nitin Paranjape; Shameema Sikder, MD; Vishal M. Patel; and S. Swaroop Vedula
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD; Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
Questions can be sent to Jay Nitin Paranjape, jay.edutech@gmail.com
P-D-05 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Challenges of Surgical Hand Tools with Large Grip Spans Amongst Small-Handed Surgeons
Shehr Hussain; and Susan Carter, MD FACS
Rocky Vista University, Aurora, CO
Questions can be sent to Shehr Hussain, shehr.hussain@co.rvu.edu
P-D-06 | Abstract Category: Promoting Technology and Collaboration
The Role of Real-World Video Data and its Application to Virtual Reality in Surgical Simulation
Priya Arunachalam, MD, MBA, MEng; Audrey Jones, MBA; and Aldona Spiegel, MD
Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Priya Arunachalam, MD, MB, MEng, parunachalam@houstonmethodist.org
P-D-07 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Climbing the Prototype Fidelity Ladder: Unveiling Expert Insights on Central Venous Catheterization Simulator Utility
Haroula M. Tzamaras; Jessica Marie Gonzalez-Vargas; Jason Moore; and Scarlett Miller
The Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
Questions can be sent to Haroula M. Tzamaras, hmt5093@psu.edu
P-E-01 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Addressing the Fidelity of Materials Used in Surgical Simulator Design: The Muscle Surrogate
Leonie Heskin, FRCSI, MSc, PhD; Ciaran Simms; Rose Galvin; and Oscar Traynor
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland; Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland; University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
Questions can be sent to Leonie Heskin, FRCSI, MSc, PhD, lheskin@ucc.ie
P-E-02 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Stakeholder Requirements for the Design of an Optimal Surgical Simulator
Leonie Heskin, FRCSI, MSc, PhD; Rose Galvin; Ciaran Simms; and Oscar Traynor
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland; University of Limerick, Limerick, Ireland; Trinity College Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Questions can be sent to Leonie Heskin, FRCSI, MSc, PhD, lheskin@ucc.ie
P-E-03 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
Vision-Based Tooltip Tracking for Automated Surgical Skill Assessment in Robotic Surgery
Bhargav Ghanekar; Lianne Rachel Johnson; Randolph H. Steadman, MD, MS; Stephen L. Jones, MD, MSHI; Rodolfo Jose Oviedo, MD, FACS; Ashok Veeraraghavan, PhD; and Marcia O'Malley, PhD
Rice University, Houston, TX; Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Bhargav Ghanekar, bhargav.ghanekar@rice.edu
P-E-04 | Abstract Category: Challenges in Surgical Education
Video-Based Task Robotic Cholecystectomy
Daniel Alejandro Tomey, MD; Rebecca Wu; Ray Chihara, MD, FACS; Nicole Tapia, MD; Sylvia Martinez, MD, FACS; Min Kim, MD, FACS; and Edward Y.H. Chan, MD, FACS
Houston Methodist Hospital, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Daniel Alejandro Tomey, MD, daniel_tomey93@hotmail.com
P-E-05 | Abstract Category: Research-In-Progress
3D Printed Model Training to Facilitate Plate Contouring in Surgical Stabilization of Rib Fractures
Allen Yi, MD; Krishna Patel, MD; and William B. DeVoe, MD, FACS
OhioHealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus, OH
Questions can be sent to Allen Yi, MD, Allen.Yi@ohiohealth.com
P-E-06 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Computer Simulation Can Augment Preoperative Planning of Periacetabular Osteotomies
Anthony Eshareturi, BS; Shuyang Han, PhD; Alfred Mansour, MD; Philip Noble, PhD; and Nicholas Dunbar, PhD
Texas A&M University School of Engineering Medicine, Houston, TX; McGovern Medical School at University of Texas Health Houston, Houston, TX
Questions can be sent to Anthony Eshareturi, BS, anthony.esh@gmail.com
P-E-07 | Abstract Category: Research Abstracts
Hernia Tutor: Evaluating the Use of an Open Inguinal Hernia Repair Training System
Aden Jefferson Wong
Queen's University, Toronto, ON, Canada
Questions can be sent to Aden Jefferson Wong, 20ajw2@queensu.ca
