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Built on Peer Reviewed Clinical Research

Surgassists is built on a growing body of peer reviewed research published in leading urology and surgical journals, led by NHS consultants and validated at Southampton University Hospital.

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81%
Patients favour VR for future procedures
68%
Reported improved understanding with VR
66%
Preferred VR to current teaching methods
6+
Peer reviewed publications
Primary Research

Surgassists Publications

Original research conducted at Southampton University Hospital NHS Trust, led by Professor Bhaskar Somani and the Surgassists clinical team.

01
Investigating the use of Virtual Reality (VR) to provide enhanced consent and support patient counselling for Shockwave Lithotripsy (SWL)
Bracey S, Reynolds P, Pietropaolo A, Bamerni D, Tear L, Davis T, Frascheri M, Somani B
02
Enhanced consent and patient counselling using Virtual Reality for patients undergoing Outpatient Urological Interventions: Prospective outcomes from a university teaching hospital
Pischetola A, Reynolds PCJ, Bamerni D, Davis T, Tear L, Pietropaolo A, Frascheri FM, Cornwall A, Somani BK
03
The Role of Virtual Reality in Enhancing Informed Consent for Shock Wave Lithotripsy: A Mixed Methods Study of Physician and Patient Perspectives
Somani BK, Reynolds PCJ
04
Enhanced consent and patient counselling using virtual reality for patients undergoing shockwave lithotripsy: prospective outcomes from a university teaching hospital
Bamerni D, Tear L, Davis T, Reynolds PCJ, Pietropaolo A, Somani BK
Supporting Literature

Supporting Evidence

Wider peer reviewed literature underpinning the clinical and legal case for immersive patient consent.

S1
Litigation claims in Urology in the UK National Health Service: an analysis of the trends, costs and causes over a 16 year period
Tiwari A, Lane J, Somani B
S2
Urology Malpractice Litigation and Complaints Referred to the General Medical Council: A UK based analysis of Trends, Demographics, and Outcomes over the Last Two Decades
Tiwari A, Lane J, Somani BK
S3
Improving Patient Information and Enhanced Consent in Urology: The Impact of Simulation and Multimedia Tools
Nedbal C, Juliebo-Jones P, Rogers E, N'Dow J, Ribal M, Rassweiler J, Liatsikos E, Van Poppel H, Somani BK
S4
Role of virtual reality in enhanced consent for endourological procedures: Clinician and patient perspective
Somani B, Reynolds P
S5
Comprehensive consent in urology using decision aids, leaflets, videos and newer technologies
Nedbal C, Naik N, Davis N, Madaan S, Tokas T, Cacciamani G, Ventimiglia E, Geraghty RM, Enikeev D, Somani BK

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Surgassists is designed to support and enhance the informed consent process, not replace clinician led consent conversations. Our research demonstrates that immersive VR and AR tools significantly improve patient comprehension, directly supporting the Montgomery standard. Use alongside your existing consent pathway.

VR immerses the patient in a fully computer generated 3D environment via a headset. AR overlays 3D anatomical content onto the real world via a tablet or AR glasses. No headset required for AR. Both modes are available for all Surgassists modules.

Yes. Modules are shared via a secure link and can be viewed on any smartphone, tablet, or VR headset at home before the appointment.

No patient identifiable information is stored. Modules require no login or personal data. Full data processing documentation for IG and DTAC submission is available on request.

Each module is 2 to 5 minutes, designed to fit within a standard outpatient appointment or for home viewing before attending.