Simulab News: October 2009
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We have been listening closely to our customers' input and are pleased to announce three new training systems. It was clear that the unique needs of pediatric training programs were not being met with adult sized simulators. Simulab is pleased to announce two new simulators - both created in the likeness of our highly acclaimed systems, TraumaMan and CentraLineMan, but designed to meet the distinct needs of pediatrics.
We are also excited to launch the SonoMan System which is designed to be an affordable platform for teaching students to read diagnostic ultrasound imaging.
TraumaChild is designed to train advanced trauma surgical skills. Created in the likeness of TraumaMan®, the world's most widely used surgical simulator, Simulab has leveraged 15 years of global experience, customer feedback, and manufacturing advancements to bring TraumaChild to life. This simulated five year old breathes, bleeds, and has replaceable tissues for a first cut experience.
TraumaChild is anatomically correct and is equipped with an articulating head so it can be adjusted like an actual patient during the tracheal procedures. TraumaChild's airway is powered by an internal ventilator - the system is very quiet and is self-contained within the TraumaChild body form. This system also offers simplified cleaning and maintenance processes.
VascularAccessChild is the only high fidelity soft tissue pediatric simulator designed to train central line placement. Simulab has leveraged its highly acclaimed vascular access trainers to meet the unique needs of pediatrics.
This simulated five year old child includes four access sites, replaceable tissues, and ultrasound compatibility during catheter placement.
Introducing SonoMan
This ultrasound trainer provides an affordable platform for teaching students how to read diagnostic ultrasound imaging. The system includes a soft tissue body form with internal and external landmarks and a simulated probe. The torso has 258 unique probe locations providing a normal image for each window. The system's software platform allows users to expand SonoMan's capabilities with additional training modules. It features a simulated ultrasound probe that plugs into a PC and software that allows any PC to simulate an ultrasound machine. The modules for this system include FAST Module, eFAST Module, AAA Module, Echo Module, Renal Module, Gallbladder Module.
Modules are sold separately - contact Simulab for details.
UW Partnership with Simulab Corporation Receives $100,000 for Medical Training Technology
Washington Technology Center has awarded $100,000 in state funding to the University of Washington to support the commercialization of medical training technology by Simulab Corporation of Seattle, Washington.
Simulab, a Seattle-based developer of medical and surgical simulators, is working with the BioRobotics Laboratory at the University of Washington to commercialize UW software capable of measuring hands-on surgical skills. Simulab plans to target surgical residency programs and large hospitals for the skill-evaluating simulator - EDGE.
Improve Suturing Skills
NEW PRODUCT FEATURE! A Suturing Curriculum DVD created by the University of Washington is now included with every BOSS Starter Package (BOSS-SP) - which includes Simulab's flexible platform for basic surgical skill development and five tissue models.
Click here to view a segment of the Suturing Curriculum DVD. This segment features Simulab's Subcuticular Suturing Model (SCS-10).
The Suturing Curriculum DVD includes instructional information on:
Knot Tying - Use of Scalpels
- Use of Scissors
- Use of Needle Drivers and Forceps
- Suture Cutting
- Interrupted Suture
- Running Simple Suture
- Running Locked Suture
- Horizontal Mattress Suture
- Vertical Mattress Suture
- Buried Subcuticular Knot
- Running Subcuticular Suture
- Purse-string Suture
- Figure Eight Suture Ligature
- Tie on a Passer
Simulab offers a variety of additional training tools to aid in the instruction and development of basic and advanced surgical skills. These affordable and portable products are perfect for beginners just learning or experts who need to practice complex suturing techniques.