VR THA - Hip Surgery Training for Orthopedic Surgeons
VR THA (Virtual Reality Total Hip Arthroplasty) developed in Unity, takes orthopedic surgeons in training through an 11-step interactive simulation.
Key Features
Simulation Feedback
Manipulation of Anatomy
Tool Interactions
Simulation Feedback
We track metrics such as the accuracy of the incision, detection of anatomy, and the rotation of the leg allowing for real-time feedback and learning.
Manipulation of Anatomy
The transparency of the muscles, tendons, and skin is manipulated by the controller allowing for novel learning techniques and feedback.
Tool Interactions
A series of operating tools are controlled by the user to simulate real-world steps of the surgical process.
My Role - Lead Developer
- Designed and programmed the checkpoint and feedback system allowing users to progress through each step and get feedback about their accuracy
- Implemented VR interactions with the surgical tools, anatomy, environment, and locomotion using SteamVR
- Developed behavior for controlling the visualization of anatomy using HLSL shaders
- Implemented anatomy assets created by Rowan’s Biomedical artists into Unity for real-time interactions
Technology
- Unity 2019 (Built-In)
- C#
- HTC Vive
The Team
- Dr. Shreekanth Mandayam
- Dr. George Lecakes
- Amanda Almon, MFA, CMI
- Alex Wiese
- Garrett Williams
- Felicia Veneri
- Veronica Cava
- Delano Hendrix
- Sofia Monaco
- Terry Nguyen
- Lilly Smith
- Dr. Tae Won Kim
- Dr. Meghan Morely
- Deep Patel, MD