News and Congratulations
Congratulations to CTSC KL2 Scholar Alumna Anaïs Rameau, MD, MSc, CTSC MS, for her recent commentary published in ENTtoday on the use of extended reality (XR)in surgical training. Leveraging her expertise as a distinguished expert in laryngology, artificial intelligence applications, and wearable device technology, Dr. Rameau provided insights to the ongoing debate on whether the integration of virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (MR) should be required in surgical training.
Weighing in on the question of whether XR proficiency should be a mandatory prerequisite for surgical trainees prior to entering the operating room, Dr. Rameau cautions against mandatory XR use. At a time when advanced digital tools are becoming increasingly prevalent in surgical training, Dr. Rameau highlights the necessity of validating their efficacy before widespread adoption, ensuring that these technologies enhance and not replace the fundamental surgical skills and patient safety measures.
Her insights demonstrate a commitment to rigorous scientific inquiry, evidence-based practice, and the ethical implementation of emergi]ng technologies in medical education.
Dr. Rameau, Associate Professor and Director of New Technologies in the Department of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery at Weill Cornell Medicine, and Chief of Dysphagia at the Sean Parker Institute for the Voice, reflecting on the impact of her own training, shared:
“The CTSC KL2 award equipped me with the knowledge, network and confidence to evaluate the application of novel technologies in otolaryngology - head and neck surgery. This has allowed me to make unique contributions to our field, particularly in the exploration of the potential of extended reality, AI and low-cost 3D printed devices.”
Her dedication to innovation, research, and leadership in otolaryngology contributes to both academia and clinical practice, specifically to ensure that new technological advancements in surgery are grounded in scientific depth and measurable outcomes.
We commend Dr. Rameau for her dedication to advancing medical knowledge and training methodologies and applaud her invaluable contributions to the field. We wish her continued success in her efforts to redefine and improve surgical proficiency, patient care, and educational excellence in the years to come.
The CTSC KL2 Career Development Core Program supports junior faculty and senior residents and fellows by providing salary support, protected time, advanced degree training, and practical skills necessary to conduct interdisciplinary Clinical Translational Investigation within a team research environment.