Inventors: Dr. Mark Golab, Dr. Sam Massey & Dr. Senthooran Kathiravelupillai, Cambridge Surgical Models
Cambridge Surgical Models (CSM) is an early-stage start-up based in Cambridge and founded by Cambridge University alumni. CSM is focused on producing the next generation of high-fidelity human anatomical models for use in surgical training and medical education.
Their products aim to drive improved out-of-theatre-training, greater confidence in surgeons’ skill levels such as enhanced surgical dexterity and address the chronic shortage of cadavers available for use by surgical trainees. This aims to result in a reduction in time spent in the operating theatre, a significant decrease in surgical errors which can have profound impacts on reduced savings for the NHS, and ultimately improve clinical/patient outcomes.
Their first products are general models of single organs which can simulate bleeding and are designed to be a similar texture and consistency to actual organs.
The question for the i-Team is to investigate the market need and demand for these types of models, as well as which models would be of most value, including investigating applications and customers outside of the surgical training application.