Improving surgical skills using artificial intelligence tools

Artificial Intelligence Driven Tools for Objective Surgical Performance Improvement

['FUNDING_R01'] · JOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY · NIH-10907495

This study is working on smart tools that help surgeons get better at cataract surgery by analyzing their videos and giving them helpful feedback, so they can keep improving even after their training is done, ultimately aiming to make surgeries safer and more effective for patients like you.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorJOHNS HOPKINS UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10907495 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research aims to enhance the skills of surgeons by developing artificial intelligence tools that analyze surgical videos. By providing unbiased assessments and specific feedback, these tools will support continuous learning for surgeons, especially after their formal training ends. The project focuses on cataract surgery, a common procedure, and integrates expertise from various fields including ophthalmology and machine learning. The ultimate goal is to improve patient outcomes through better surgical performance.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are surgeons performing cataract surgeries who are looking to enhance their skills through innovative feedback mechanisms.

Not a fit: Patients who are not undergoing cataract surgery or those who are not involved in surgical training may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved surgical skills and better patient outcomes in cataract surgery.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promise in using technology for surgical training, indicating that this approach could be effective.

Where this research is happening

BALTIMORE, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.

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Last reviewed 2026-05-15 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.