Hand versus foot controls for robotic surgery practice
This study compares using hand controls versus foot controls on a robotic surgery simulator. If you join, you'll practice on the simulator and help researchers see which control method works better for trainees.
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Who can take part
- You are a resident or fellow in a surgical specialty (like general surgery, OB/GYN, urology, chest, or children's surgery).
- You have never performed robotic surgery on a patient or gone through formal robotic simulator training.
- You have no physical or nerve problems that affect how you move your arms, legs, hands, or feet.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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