The Future Surgeon: Pre-Conference Form

Please complete this before attending The Future Surgeon 2026.

Thank you for showing interest in the 2025 VRiMS Inaugural Conference: The Future Surgeon. This quick survey is to understand better what confidence and skill level you have prior to the conference.

Full name

1. What type of ticket do you have? *

Lectures and WorkshopsLecture Only

2. Any Dietary Requirements: *

3. Medical School/Hospital Affiliation *

4. What career stage are you at currently? *

5. Are you interested in a career in surgery? *

YesNoUnsure

6. How did you hear about The Future Surgeon conference? *

University Surgical SocietySocial media (Instagram / LinkedIn)Colleague or friendOther:

7. What are your primary goals for attending this conference (select all that apply) *

Learn hands-on surgical techniquesGet exposure to innovation in surgery as a conceptNetwork with surgeons pioneering their fields, as well as like-minded peersExplore more technical innovations (e.g. AI and VR)Understand how you can get involved in the surgery of tomorrowResearch presentationsExplore a new surgical speciality of interestOther:

Keynote Talks

The Future Surgeon conference brings together leading voices shaping the next era of surgical practice. Inspired by the RCS England Future of Surgery Commission, our programme explores the innovations redefining the operating theatre — from robotics and AI to global collaboration and sustainability — empowering delegates to build confidence and insight into the future of surgical care. Before the talks begin, we'd like to use this form to assess delegates' current knowledge and confidence in these key areas, helping us understand how the conference can best inform and inspire the next generation of surgeons.

8. How familiar are you with the Royal College of Surgeons of England "Future of Surgery" Commission and its key recommendations? *

1- Not at all familiar5- Extremely familiar

9. How would you rate your current level of knowledge on the following topics? *

1- No knowledge5- Excellent understanding

Robotics and automation

Artificial intelligence and data science

Extended reality and digital simulation

Regenerative medicine and bioprinting

Global health and remote surgery

Sustainability and green surgery

Workforce, leadership, and training reforms

10. Which areas do you think will have the greatest impact on the future of surgery? *

Robotics and automationArtificial intelligence and data scienceExtended reality and digital simulationRegenerative medicine and bioprintingGlobal health and remote surgerySustainability and green surgeryWorkforce, leadership, and training reforms

11. Have you received any exposure to advanced surgical technologies as part of your medical training? *

Yes – formally taught as part of curriculumYes – through electives or self-directed learningNo – I have not had exposure yet

12. If Yes, what technologies have you experienced?

13. Please rate how much you agree with the following statements: *

1- Strongly disagree5- Strongly agree

Technological innovation will fundamentally reshape surgical training in the next decade.

Digital tools such as AI and simulation can improve patient safety.

The NHS is prepared to adopt new surgical technologies.

Multidisciplinary collaboration is key to driving surgical innovation.

I feel confident discussing topics related to the future of surgery (e.g. innovation, technology, policy, sustainability).

I have a strong interest in contributing to innovation and technological advancement within surgery.

14. How comfortable do you feel with each skill? *

1- No experience5- Highly skilled / teaching level

3D printing and Wax Sculpting

Using Virtual Reality in Surgery Training

External Fixation (Maxillofacial)

Microsurgical Nerve Repair

Simple Interrupted Suture

15. Please rate your current ability to: *

1- No knowledge5- Excellent ability

Critically evaluate current applications and evidence for VR/XR, AI, digital surgery and simulation in surgical education and practice.

Apply principles from expert teaching and practical workshops to select and use immersive or simulation technologies for anatomy, procedural learning and skills development.

Analyse human-factors, accessibility, ethical, and governance considerations when introducing emerging technologies into surgical training or clinical pathways.

Identify appropriate indications, benefits, limitations and evidence for VR/AR/MR, AI, digital surgery and simulation.

Demonstrate practical use of immersive platforms, headsets and three-dimensional anatomy or simulation tools in facilitated workshop scenarios.

Develop an evidence-informed plan to evaluate or implement a digital or immersive surgical education intervention, including outcomes, safety and governance.