VR Workshop highlights future of shoulder surgery training in Pune

Pune recently hosted a Virtual Reality (VR) workshop at the Stryker Precision Meta OS VR platform during a two-day Shoulder Conclave, offering young orthopaedic surgeons a glimpse into the future of surgical training.

The immersive program recreated the operating theatre environment, allowing participants to virtually perform complex procedures such as shoulder replacements, humerus fracture management, and rotator cuff repair planning. By simulating anatomy and surgical steps with striking realism, the platform enabled repeated practice without patient risk.

Dr. Ashish Babhulkar, a titan in shoulder surgery from Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, put it best: this VR-based training isn't just enhancing spatial understanding or hand-eye coordination; it's fundamentally reshaping how surgeons learn and master their craft. The Meta OS platform isn't merely a training tool; it's a digital twin of the operating theater, meticulously recreating every look, feel, and step-by-step workflow of a surgical procedure.

The Meta OS system’s ability to simulate diverse scenarios—from arthroplasty to fracture fixation—shortens the learning curve and boosts confidence. Surgeons described the experience as transformative, noting improved preparedness and precision when facing real-life cases.

Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, known for its cutting-edge shoulder and sports injury department, continues to integrate such digital tools into its training ecosystem. Globally, technology-driven education is reshaping orthopaedics by merging evidence-based principles with immersive simulation, ensuring the next generation of surgeons is better equipped than ever before.