HealthSeptember 1, 2026
telesurgical
TEL-uh-SUR-ji-kul
Definition
Relating to surgery performed by a surgeon located at a distance from the patient, using robotic systems and high-speed communication networks.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek 'tele' (meaning 'far' or 'at a distance') combined with the Latin 'chirurgia' (meaning 'surgery,' originally from Greek 'kheirourgia,' meaning 'hand-work').
In the news
The article uses the term to describe a mobile unit designed to deliver surgical technology and remote mentoring to underserved, distant locations. It highlights how telesurgical capabilities can bridge geographic gaps in healthcare access.
“Biomedical engineers need greater interaction with clinicians to increase medical technology adoption”
Read the full article ↗BioSpectrum India