Reimagining Surgery with AI-Driven Robotics | With Dr. Roger Smith, PhD, Chief Strategist at Modelbenders

The Digital Healthcare Experience

How are artificial intelligence and robotics transforming the future of surgery? In this episode, we explore why robots make the perfect hosts for AI and how these technologies are changing patient care across every phase of surgery.

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Featuring Dr. Roger Smith, PhD, Chief Strategist at Modelbenders. Dr. Roger Smith is a pioneering technology executive who has shaped innovation across healthcare, military simulation, and defense sectors. As Chief Technology Officer for AdventHealth's Nicholson Center, he led groundbreaking research in robotic surgery and medical simulation. Previously, as CTO for the U.S. Army's Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation Command, he directed the technological advancement of all Army training systems, earning the Commander's Medal for Civilian Service. Currently at Modelbenders, Dr. Smith consults on emerging simulation technologies and medical innovation.

In this episode you’ll discover:

• How AI supports pre-operative planning with predictions, preparation, and simulation
• The role of AI during intra-operative procedures through real-time recommendations, control, and alerts
• How AI enhances post-operative recovery with personalized insights and continuous learning
• Which robotic platforms are leading examples of innovation in the OR
• What the future of AI-guided surgery means for healthcare leaders and providers

This episode is designed for healthcare executives, clinicians, and innovators who want to understand the real impact of AI in robotic surgery and prepare for what’s next in surgical innovation.

Connect with Dr. Smith on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/rogersmithcto

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