Surgical Education Technologies
Transforming surgical education with advanced technology
CASIT partners with industry leaders to provide medical students, residents, and faculty with state-of-the-art surgical education equipment. These cutting-edge tools allow surgeons and proceduralists to continuously develop new skills, refine techniques, and ensure high-quality, safe patient care.
Our facility houses advanced simulators for sonographic, endoscopic, laparoscopic, and robotic skill development.
A closer look at key technologies
da Vinci Skills Simulator (Mimic & Intuitive Surgical)
- A virtual reality simulator replicating the da Vinci robotic surgical system
- Accurately mimics the real da Vinci control console
- Enables hands-on practice of robotic surgical techniques
LapSim (Surgical Science)
- High-fidelity virtual reality simulator for laparoscopic procedures
- Built-in haptic feedback for realistic tissue response
- Randomized variables (vessel size, blood volume, etc.) to simulate real-life surgery scenarios
Laparoscopic Box Trainers (SAGES)
- Simulates the laparoscopic surgical environment
- Features ports for trochar and laparoscopic tool insertion
- Includes modular exercises for suturing, object manipulation, and endoloop techniques
- Used for FLS exam training
GI Mentor (Simbionix)
- Advanced virtual reality simulator for endoscopic and bronchoscopic procedures
- Offers a comprehensive library of training modules and real patient cases
- Used to prepare residents and fellows for the Fundamentals of Endoscopic Skills (FES) exam
SonoSimulator (SonoSim)
- Virtual reality platform for ultrasound skill training
- Helps develop hand-eye coordination, spatial reasoning, and diagnostic interpretation
- Features an extensive library of normal and pathological conditions across multiple specialties
TeamSim (Surgical Science)
- Virtual reality simulation of an operating room environment
- Tests and enhances team dynamics and crisis management
- Generates realistic OR failure scenarios, such as instrument or camera malfunctions, to improve decision-making under pressure
Our complete technology portfolio
- Da Vinci (x3) – Robotic-assisted system for precise, minimally invasive surgery.
- FLS Trainer Box (x3) – Hands-on device for developing laparoscopic surgical skills.
- SimBionix LapSim (x1) – VR laparoscopic simulator with haptic feedback for psychomotor skill development.
- SimBionix LapMentor (x1) – Advanced laparoscopic training simulator for individual or team practice.
- Ultrasound (x2) – High-frequency sound waves for real-time imaging of organs and tissues.
- Zeiss S4 Microscope (x1) – Designed for cataract and vitreoretinal surgery.
- Stryker Pinpoint (x1) – High-definition white light and fluorescence imaging for minimally invasive procedures.
- SonoSim (x2) – Virtual ultrasound scanning platform with real pathological cases.
- Airway Management (x2) – Tools for visualizing and manipulating the larynx during intubation.
- Central Line Placement (x2) – Training system for catheter insertion into major veins.
- CentraLine Man (x2) – Realistic soft tissue simulator for internal jugular and subclavian access.
- FemoraLine Man (x2) – Ultrasound-compatible trainer for femoral line vascular access.
- GI Mentor (x1) – Simulator for training in upper and lower endoscopic procedures with over 120 cases.
- TraumaMan (x2) – Anatomically correct model for practicing advanced surgical and trauma procedures.
- Suture Boards (Multiple) – Tools for practicing suturing techniques.
- Knot Tying Kits (Multiple) – Training tools for mastering essential surgical knots.