Strasbourg: world capital of robotic surgery

Editorial From July 16 to 20, Strasbourg will have the honor of hosting the Annual Congress of the Society of Robotic Surgery (SRS), with hands-on sessions and telesurgery held at IRCAD, and plenary sessions at the Palais des Congrès. Covering a wide range of topics related to robotic surgery, the SRS serves as an international […]

Fujifilm Holds Ultrasound Kickoff Meeting at IRCAD

IRCAD and the Biocluster Les Haras recently hosted Fujifilm’s three-day “Ultrasound Kickoff Meeting,” bringing together approximately 60 employees from across the company for a program of training, collaboration, and exchange. The event opened with a presentation by Professor Jacques Marescaux and a guided tour of the Institute, providing an opportunity to highlight the emerging collaboration […]

Tunisian and French Innovation Delegations Visit IRCAD

IRCAD recently welcomed representatives from the HealthCare Innovation Cluster of Tunisia and from Biovalley France for a visit focused on fostering dialogue around medical innovation and international cooperation. Discussions centered on shared interests in research, emerging technologies, and collaborative opportunities in healthcare. We thank the following individuals for their visit and engaging exchange:– Dr. Haroun […]

Arrival of the Toumai® Surgical Robot at IRCAD

IRCAD has recently integrated the Toumai® laparoscopic surgical robot, developed by the Chinese company MicroPort® MedBot™, into its training and research platform. This marks the fifth robotic system currently hosted at the Institute, contributing to the diversity of technologies available for surgical education and innovation. The addition of this new system reflects IRCAD’s ongoing commitment […]

IRCAD Contributes to AI Conference at Genolier Innovation Hub

Prof. Jacques Marescaux participated in a day dedicated to artificial intelligence, organized by the Genolier Innovation Hub for the Swiss Medical Network (SMN), bringing together managers, physicians, and nurses from across the group. Three speakers were invited to share their insights:– Jacques Boshung, nuclear physicist and engineer, offered an introduction to the fundamentals of artificial […]

Shanghai Waigaoqiao Group Delegation Visits IRCAD

IRCAD recently welcomed a delegation from Shanghai Waigaoqiao Group, a major enterprise group based in Shanghai, known for its role in developing industrial zones and forward-looking healthcare facilities. As part of a European benchmarking initiative aimed at supporting the creation of a new Eastern Hub Healthcare Complex, the delegation visited IRCAD to learn more about […]

Medical Mountains Delegation Visits IRCAD

IRCAD recently welcomed a delegation from MedicalMountains GmbH, accompanied by representatives from 20 medical device companies based in Tuttlingen, Germany. Despite its modest population of 35,000, Tuttlingen is internationally recognized as a major center for medical technology, home to nearly 400 specialized companies. The visit offered a valuable opportunity to present the structure and reach […]

Fujifilm and IRCAD Launch New Collaboration

IRCAD recently hosted the Fujifilm teams for two days of collaborative work and exchange. The visit marked the beginning of a new partnership focused on surgical education and technological innovation. Highlights of the visit included:– Interviews with Prof. Jacques Marescaux and Prof. Rubén Giménez to introduce the collaboration– Filming of a presentation video ahead of […]

ERBE Delegation Visits IRCAD to Discuss Training Collaboration

IRCAD recently welcomed a delegation from Erbe Elektromedizin GmbH, a family-owned company active in the field of medical technology. The visit, initiated by Prof. Guido Costamagna, focused on discussions around potential collaborations with the international IRCAD network. A partnership agreement is currently under consideration between the ERBE Group and the international ERBE Academy, particularly in […]

Saudi Delegation Visits IRCAD to Explore Collaboration

Prof. Jacques Marescaux had the opportunity to welcome, for the second time, a delegation from Saudi Arabia composed of representatives from the NEOM project and the Ministry of the Interior. The purpose of the visit was to gain a deeper understanding of the IRCAD model and to explore avenues for possible collaboration in the field […]