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Robotic surgery stakeholders converge on training and governance needs

A national survey reveals strong consensus among stakeholders on robotic surgery governance in Ireland. Key findings indicate overwhelming support for proctorship and mentorship for early-career surgeons, with 88.5% favoring internal proctors. Ninety-five percent advocate for robotic governance committees, while the importance of key performance indicators (KPIs) is underscored, with 93.1% agreeing on their significance at the unit level. This pioneering study highlights the imperative for national guidelines to enhance the practice of robotic surgery.

Journal Article by Croghan SM, Fleming CA (…) McGuire BB et 7 al. in J Robot Surg

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