AI-Powered Robot Performs Surgery with Human-Like Precision

Johns Hopkins researchers use imitation learning to train robots to execute surgical tasks by watching videos of experienced surgeons.

The innovative model allows surgical robots to learn procedures by analyzing video footage, eliminating the need for detailed programming of each move.
The da Vinci Surgical System robot was trained to perform needle manipulation, tissue lifting, and suturing with the same skill as human doctors.
Researchers utilized a vast archive of videos recorded from wrist cameras on da Vinci robots, which are widely used in hospitals worldwide.
The AI system can generalize learned procedures to new environments, showcasing an ability to adapt to unforeseen situations, such as picking up a dropped needle.
This advancement marks a significant step toward autonomous robotic surgery, promising to reduce medical errors and increase surgical precision.