Moderator: Michael P. Steinmetz, MD
In this symposium, attendees will learn about the difference between augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR), recent advances in the AR/VR platforms, artificial intelligence (AI) platforms including Alexa and Google Home, technological limitations and future advances.
Upon completion of this session, participants should gain strategies to:
- Distinguish the basic difference between AR and VR;
- Recognize current VR and AR platforms;
- Identify recent advances in AI platforms;
- Be familiar with the current limitations of present technologies;
- Appreciate future directions of the technology.
Agenda
Overview of AR and VR
Michael P. Steinmetz, MD
Augmented Reality in Screw Placement
Karthik Madhavan, MD
Virtual Reality for Back Pain Patients
James Thomas, PT, PhD
How to Build Your Own AR System in a Week for Under $1000
Jang W. Yoon, MD, MSc
VR Enabled Simulators with Haptic Feedback Capabilities in Spine Surgery Education
Ufuk Aydinli, MD
Discussion, Questions and Answers
Faculty Panel