Japanese Consul General visits IRCAD

IRCAD was honored to receive a visit from the Japanese Consul General and a delegation from the Japanese Embassy in Paris, to learn more about the IRCAD concept, understand relations between the Institute and various Japanese universities, and prepare for the future visit of the Japanese Ambassador to France to IRCAD. – Mr. Consul General […]

Remembering Leon C. Hirsch

It is with deep emotion that we received the news of the passing of Leon C. Hirsch, the founder of USSC (United States Surgical Corporation) and one of the pioneers in the history of the medical technology industry. His career was characterized by innovation, particularly in the field of minimally invasive surgical equipment, making new […]

Dr. Jyoti Bindal’s visit to IRCAD France

We were delighted to host Dr. Jyoti Bindal, Vice Chancellor of Sri Aurobindo University-SAU, for a comprehensive tour of our Strasbourg Institute. This visit provided her with the opportunity to familiarize herself with the “IRCAD concept” and adapt it to the establishment of IRCAD India in Indore – a project that was recently finalized a […]

Prof. Marescaux awarded ‘Leyenda Viviente 2023’ medal

During the 93rd Congress of the Argentinean Association of Surgeons, which was attended by more than 6,500 surgeons, Prof. Jacques Marescaux was honored with the “Leyenda Viviente 2023” medal by President Pablo Sonzini. This prestigious award acknowledges the significant contributions of IRCAD in the field of minimally invasive surgery over the last 30 years.

Inauguration of IRCAD India

On November 24, 2023, Prof. Jacques Marescaux traveled to Indore, India, for the official signing ceremony marking the establishment of IRCAD India, a new addition to the IRCAD Family. The partnership was formalized in collaboration with Sri Aurobindo University-SAU, founded by Dr. Vinod Bhandari. Dr. Mohit Bhandari has assumed the role of President at IRCAD […]

IRCAD-Medicaroid partnership

Today marked the official agreement between Medicaroid, an esteemed Japanese company specializing in medical robotics, and IRCAD, signaling the beginning of a promising partnership! We take great pride in this collaboration, especially considering the visit of Mr. Yasuhiko Hashimoto, President and CEO of Kawasaki Heavy Industries and Chairman of Medicaroid, in August. Upon obtaining the […]

Master Forum IRCAD China

Introducing the inaugural “Master Forum IRCAD China, Medicine and Engineering.” The goal was to showcase the expertise of Chinese companies in the field of minimally invasive surgery, featuring demonstrations by a dozen specialized companies.

Professor Marescaux’s visit to MicroPort

IRCAD China recently arranged a visit by Prof. Jacques Marescaux to one of the nation’s leading companies, MicroPort. Besides boasting an impressive product portfolio, MicroPort designs 9 different types of robots for various medical specialties, including vascular, orthopedic, and laparoscopic surgery, among others.

Professor Marescaux’s visit to Onyx

During his trip to Taiwan, Prof. Jacques Marescaux visited the Onyx premises, accompanied by John Chuang, President and CEO of Onyx, and Wayne Huang, Dean of IRCAD Taiwan. Onyx is a global leader in the field of medical computers and displays.

Taipei Veterans General Hospital Forum

Reflecting on the Taipei Veterans General Hospital Master Forum: – Prof. Lehn shared insights on “Steps to Life: Chemistry!” – a fascinating dive into the world of chemistry. – Prof. Jacques Marescaux’s lecture on “Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery: The Next Steps” was nothing short of groundbreaking. – Prof. Michel Deneken presented “The Keys to a […]