The Future of Surgery: Tools Every Surgeon Should Know

Surgical innovation is accelerating, but many surgeons and residents don’t have access to the tools that could transform how they learn, operate, or teach.

Here is a list of tools that are free or low-cost, already in use, and designed to upgrade how you think, train, and practice.

Tool	What It Does	Why It Matters
Osso VR	VR-based surgical training	Immersive, hands-on simulation. Used by top institutions.
Touch Surgery	Step-by-step surgical guides	Learn and rehearse procedures on your phone.
Visible Body	Interactive 3D anatomy	For anatomy review, patient education, or teaching.
FundamentalVR	Haptics + virtual reality	Simulates surgical feel. Improves hand–eye coordination.
Blackbox AI	OR performance analytics	Records and analyzes your surgical technique.
Notion Clinical Logbook (by NextinSurgery)	Customizable digital case log	Built for residents who want more clarity and control.