Dr. Ian S. Soriano is a general, gastrointestinal and bariatric surgeon and serves as Director of robotic surgery for the UCSF Department of Surgery. Dr. Soriano's research focuses on using laparoscopic and robotic techniques to reduce surgical complications and improve patient outcomes. He also studies ways to support the longevity of surgical careers through robotics and ergonomics.
In this episode, Dr. Soriano
- Provides tips for setting oneself up for ergonomic success in laparoscopic surgery with proper table height, anti-fatigue mats and placement of monitors
- Discusses the history and ergonomic challenges of laparoscopy and specifically laparoscopic retractors and staplers
- Explores the differences between manual and powered staplers with respect to patient outcomes, surgeon ergonomics and costs
- Provides tips for setting oneself up for ergonomic success in robot-assisted surgery, including choice of chair to sit on
- Describes the importance of breaks and stretches in both types of surgery
- Reminds us to pay attention to the ergonomic concerns of the assistant at the bedside in robot-assistant surgery
- Shares that using hand-activated cautery and other energy devices also helps us to reduce ergonomic strain
You can reach Dr. Soriano here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-s-soriano-md-67996a83/
Watch the webinar on Staplers at the Society of Surgical Ergonomics website: https://www.societyofsurgicalergonomics.org/
Explore the OR stretch app at: https://orstretch.mayoclinic.org/
Review the ACS Ergonomics taskforce recommendations at: https://www.facs.org/for-medical-professionals/education/programs/surgical-ergonomics/recommendations/
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