The Future of Surgery: Robotics, AI, and the Next Generation of Physicians With Dr. Sanjeev Kumar

Can robots perform surgery better than humans? And what role will doctors play in an AI-driven future?

Dr. Peter Crane talks with Dr. Sanjeev Kumar about robotic surgery, artificial intelligence, and how physicians can stay relevant in a rapidly evolving medical landscape.

⏱️ Timestamps:
00:00 – Introduction and why this conversation matters
01:00 – Dr. Kumar’s background and global training journey
04:00 – Choosing surgery and developing a niche skill
09:00 – What robotic surgery really is (and isn’t)
12:00 – Real-world benefits: precision, visualization, and outcomes
16:00 – Nerve-sparing techniques and improving patient quality of life
18:00 – Robotics in high-risk and obese patients
20:00 – The evolution of robotic systems and accessibility
22:00 – Telesurgery and global healthcare impact
24:00 – The future of robotics and emerging technologies
29:00 – AI in medicine: fear vs opportunity
33:00 – How AI is already shaping surgical training and data
36:00 – Advice for future physicians
39:00 – Where to follow Dr. Kumar

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