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Mentorship Through Virtual Teaching with Dr. Scuito and Dr. Spreafico

Dr. Daniel Scuito and Dr. Luigi Spreafico in a virtual mentorship meeting.

Industry

Nonprofit/Charity

Mentee

Dr. Daniel Scuito (Kenya)

Mentor

Dr. Luigi Spreafico (Italy)

Equipment Used

Orthapaedic Kits from Sign Fracture Care, Facilitation by Ohana One, TeleVu Software, M400 Smart Glasses

Remote Work

An indication of a bone resection is being performed to prepare an external fixator (ex-fix) docking site. This view is provided by mentee Dr. Daniel Scuito at Samburu County Teaching and Referral Hospital in Maralal, Kenya.


The view on the left shows a preliminary assessment of a correction procedure for the distal tibia. This stage is crucial for ensuring proper alignment and stability before further intervention.

The view on the right shows the preparation of the docking site, with Dr. Scuito wearing M400 Smart Glasses. Through this technology, the mentor can view the procedure remotely, providing real-time guidance and feedback.


The view on the left shows the remote mentor’s perspective of Dr. Scuito's patient and x-ray. The patient is undergoing treatment for a calcaneal fracture that is in the process of being repaired.

Finally, on the right, a control of an interlocking tibia nail is highlighted. The remote mentor, Dr. Luigi Spreafico, is overseeing this aspect of the procedure from a distance, offering expertise and support as Dr. Scuito performs the work on-site.

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