Unconquered Peaks

Fear is one of the most powerful emotions the human brain can produce. We all have experienced it at some point in our lives. Whether that be through horror movies, walking in the dark, getting a test back or many other scenarios. Biologically, “fear” is designed to protect us. When the brain senses danger, the amygdala activates the body’s “fight or flight” response, releasing adrenaline and cortisol. Our heart rate increases, breathing quickens, and attention sharpens. For our ancestors, this response helped them escape real physical threats.

For centuries, surgery has required a delicate balance of skill, precision, and stamina. But now in the 21st century, someone or shall I say something, has now entered the operating theatre: the surgical robot. Recently, the latest generation of robotic surgical technology (the Da Vinci 5 system developed by Intuitive Surgical) received regulatory clearance in the United States for certain cardiac procedures. This incredible milestone highlights how technology is rapidly reshaping the future of medicine and more specifically our future of medicine.