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Smart OR™ Interviews

The Smart OR™ provides revolutionary care for brain, spine and trauma patients. The neurosurgical suite is a configuration of mapping tools and advanced imagery that enable physicians to track every move through infrared cameras, charting the best path for tumor removal. Before surgeons close, an intra-operative MRI takes a scan. That image allows surgeons to see if the tumor was completely removed. With the Smart OR, incisions are the size of a quarter, trauma is reduced, recovery time is quicker and the need for additional operations is almost eliminated.

Click below to listen to our Brain & Spine physicians talk about the Smart OR.

 

Kamal Thapar, M.D., PhD, FRCS(C), Director of the Brain & Spine Institute
Marshfield Clinic Neurosurgeon - Dr. Thapar established the Brain & Spine Institute at Sacred Heart Hospital in 2002. His practice includes surgery for brain tumors, skull base and pituitary surgery and complex reconstructive spine surgery. Hear Dr. Thapar’s thoughts on the importance of technological advancements in healthcare.
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Phillip Porter, M.D., FRCS(C)
OakLeaf Medical Network Neurosurgeon - Dr. Porter performs the full spectrum of neurological surgery for brain, spine and peripheral nerve disorders, with interest in the treatment of aneurysms, carotid disease and vascular malformations of the brain and spine. He is also the Chairman of Sacred Heart Hospital’s Stroke Committee. Hear insight from Dr. Porter on the advancement of medical technology.
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