Help Lightning

Remote expertise through the power of merged reality

Access to this ground-breaking technology is included at no cost with an InterSurgeon clinician membership. Help Lightning allows experienced surgeons to guide and interactively assist others during operations in real-time, anywhere in the world.

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What are the benefits of Help Lightning for surgeons?

In light of the pandemic, and for the foreseeable future, the conventional ways of establishing collaborative partnerships through physical visits are not going to be possible. However, because Help Lightning allows surgeons to collaborate remotely, partnerships can still develop – and more easily than ever before. Help Lightning can be used as a tool for education, mentorship and instruction – as well as for intraoperative case management. It allows both surgical planning and real-time intraoperative advice.

How does it work?

Watch this video to learn how Help Lightning works. This shows use cases in other industries – it’s every bit as useful with surgical applications and can also be used hands-free. All you need to use Help Lightning is your smartphone and an internet connection, though it can also be used with tablets, desktop computers and smart surgical glasses.

Download a beginner’s guide to Help Lightning here: Help Lightning Basic Training

Virtual help in real-time

Help Lightning uses Merged Reality to blend two real-time video streams – e.g. that of a remote surgical expert and another surgeon that needs help – into a collaborative environment. This Merged Reality allows the expert to virtually reach out and direct real surgical procedures or training.

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Use your existing devices

Help Lightning runs on your existing mobile devices (iOS, Android) or a web-browser on laptop and desktop computers.

Surgeons can now provide remote assistance as though they’re working side-by-side. They can telestrate, freeze images, use hand gestures, and even add real objects into the merged reality environment.

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Be there instantly

Help Lightning is easy, fast and intuitive.

Once you’re in a merged reality call with a colleague or customer, simply tap the mode to change how you interact. Choose whether you’re giving or receiving help, and start collaborating in seconds. Help Lightning’s unique Merged Reality can add missing visual cues, gestures, and non-verbal communication methods to any session.

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Using Help Lightning with smart surgical glasses

Take Help Lightning to the next level by pairing it with smart glasses. This innovation allows the wearer to benefit from the assistance of AI or a third-party while performing surgery. When used in conjunction with Help Lightning, smart glasses mean that another surgeon can see exactly what you are seeing and what you’re doing – and also have their hands superimposed over your field of view.

There are a number of models available from different manufacturers including VUZIX, Zebra, and RealWear.

The Advantage of Remote Expertise

Studies show that adding gestures and nonverbal clues substantially improves the speed of understanding. Furthermore, nonverbal cues are 430% more effective than verbal cues and nonverbal cues make Help Lightning’s combination of verbal and nonverbal communication up to 10 times more effective.

Sources: Journal of Nonverbal Behavior, British Journal of Clinical Psychology

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Gemechu Tena, MD Neurosurgeon

Gemechu Tena, MD Neurosurgeon

Neurosurgeon

Minilik ll comprehensive specialized Hospital , Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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Location information

Hospital address

Minilik ll comprehensive specialized Hospital https://maps.app.goo.gl/8Yb8ycSKK58eYeSaA?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy Addis Ababa Addis Ababa 1000 Ethiopia

Hospital type

Public Private

Hospital description

National Specialist Hospital

This is a teaching hospital

Description

About Me

I am a young, dynamic neurosurgeon with a deep passion for both clinical practice and advancing the field of neurosurgery. Currently, I work at Minilik II Comprehensive Specialized Hospital and Careland General Hospital, where I serve in the neurosurgery departments of both institutions. My work involves a comprehensive range of responsibilities, from conducting complex surgical interventions to managing a variety of neurological conditions, ensuring the highest quality care for my patients. I am continuously driven by the opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of individuals suffering from neurological disorders.

My Role & Clinical Practice

In my role, I specialize in performing intricate surgeries, to more advanced, complex neurosurgical operations. I have honed my skills in both emergency and elective surgeries, treating conditions such as brain tumors, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries. Beyond the operating room, I am deeply involved in clinical practice, providing diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care for patients suffering from neurological ailments.

I am also committed to advancing research in neurosurgery, striving to contribute new insights into treatment methodologies and improving patient outcomes. I believe that research is essential for pushing the boundaries of medical knowledge and improving surgical techniques. My focus is not just on current methods, but on identifying new opportunities for innovation within the field.

Teaching & Training the Next Generation

In addition to my clinical and research roles, I am passionate about teaching and training the next generation of neurosurgeons. I regularly engage in both formal and informal teaching opportunities, guiding medical students, residents, and junior surgeons through the complexities of neurosurgery. I believe that education is at the heart of progress, and I am dedicated to imparting not only technical skills but also the critical thinking and ethical considerations that come with being a neurosurgeon. My goal is to foster an environment where young professionals can thrive, learn, and continue to push the limits of what is possible in neurosurgery.

What I Hope to Achieve with InterSurgeon

As a member of InterSurgeon, I am eager to collaborate with like-minded professionals from around the world. My goal is to exchange knowledge, learn from diverse experiences, and contribute to a global network of neurosurgeons dedicated to improving patient care and surgical outcomes. By participating in this platform, I hope to access cutting-edge research, best practices, and innovative techniques that can enhance my skills and expand my understanding of neurosurgical practices globally. Additionally, I look forward to utilizing this opportunity to engage in collaborative research projects and contribute to the ongoing development of our field.

Through my involvement with InterSurgeon, I aim to further my professional development, enhance my clinical expertise, and continue to make a significant impact on the patients and communities I serve.

Member information

Name

Gemechu Tena

Member type

Individual independent practitioner

Specialty

Neurosurgeon

Subspecialties

  • Include Neurosurgery members that have not selected a subspecialty

Languages spoken

  • English

Professional affiliations / memberships

  • CNS

Social profiles

Conditions treated

  • Hydrocephalus
  • Neurotrauma
  • Spine
  • Spinal dysraphism
  • Tumor
  • Skull Base

Equipment used

  • Drill
  • Microinstruments
  • Microscope
  • Spinal instrumentation
  • MRI
  • CT
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