A revolution in laparoscopic training: KARL STORZ and VirtaMed leap beyond VR simulation

Tuttlingen, Germany / Zurich, Switzerland (ots) - KARL STORZ, the leading
endoscopy manufacturer, and VirtaMed, world leader in medical training
simulation, introduce a novel mixed reality simulator bringing innovation to
laparoscopic skills training.

The long-term collaboration between KARL STORZ and VirtaMed in the domain of
medical simulation reaches a milestone with the development of LapTrainer, a
cutting-edge hybrid simulator designed to maximize the benefits of simulation in
laparoscopy. The new simulator offers a unique training approach enabling
medical professionals to acquire key skills with increased efficiency by
repetition of short simulation sequences. Medical professionals can now practice
patient positioning, trocar placement and correct OR team setup in true-to-life
conditions, as the simulator features an anatomically correct abdomen model.
This endoscopic training takes advantage of the latest research in computer
graphics, including the ability to visualize and manipulate the entire abdomen.

LapTrainer includes KARL STORZ flagship products such as the EndoCAMeleon®, a
multifunctional endoscope with a versatile viewing angle, the CLICKline and
RoBi® instrument series and near infrared fluorescence imaging applications for
the clear differentiation of key anatomical structures from surrounding organs
using an ICG fluorescence agent.

"Overtaking existing laparoscopy simulators, LapTrainer with an abdominal model
and real and high-quality endoscopic equipment provides excellent training and
education in laparoscopy. Education and training of surgeons is an important
part when cooperating with the medical community and following this we have
expanded our Virtual Reality Simulator family. For the surgeon's safety and the
well-being of the patient," notes Dr. Peter Solleder, Executive Director New
Applications at KARL STORZ.

Dr. Stefan Tuchschmid, Co-CEO and Founder of VirtaMed notes, "We are very proud
of this project as it combines the best of box model and cadaver training with
the benefits of high-fidelity simulation training. This is another great step on
our joint pathway towards improving the quality of medical training and we are
excited to bring simulators of the highest quality and realism to medical
professionals." Co-CEO and Founder of VirtaMed, Dr. Raimundo Sierra, states,
"Mutual trust and a shared vision to improve surgical skills training are at the
heart of our collaboration with KARL STORZ. Our fruitful cooperation has led to
an exciting new chapter in the domain of laparoscopic training and resulted in a
state-of-the-art simulator that I look forward to being used by physicians
around the world."

"The development of minimally invasive surgery is directly linked to the name
KARL STORZ. Our main goal is always to improve patient care by providing cutting
edge technology and latest training options for surgeons.

With VirtaMed we have found an excellent partner with whom we can successfully
realize these new training solutions," explains Gabriele Punner, Director VR
Simulation at KARL STORZ.

The collaboration between KARL STORZ and VirtaMed was initiated in 2015, when
the endoscopy specialist first incorporated high-fidelity arthroscopy,
gynecology and urology simulators into training and continued education programs
organized across hospitals and specialized training centers worldwide.
LapTrainer further extends the multi-disciplinary KARL STORZ simulator platform
now into visceral surgery.

About KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG

KARL STORZ SE & Co. KG, Tuttlingen (Germany) is one of the leading global
suppliers of endoscopes, endoscopic instruments, and devices for more than 15
specialties in human medicine. The company also offers solutions for veterinary
medicine and for industrial applications. KARL STORZ develops, manufactures, and
sells all products independently and is known for visionary design, precise
workmanship, and clinical effectiveness. The family company was founded by Dr.
med. h. c. Karl Storz in Tuttlingen in 1945. KARL STORZ currently employs 3,000
people at the company headquarters in Tuttlingen and a total of 8,300 worldwide.
For further information please visit www.karlstorz.com.

About VirtaMed

VirtaMed is an award-winning Swiss company with an interdisciplinary background
in medicine and engineering. VirtaMed's high-fidelity virtual reality simulators
provide instructional training and assessment of different minimally invasive
diagnostic and therapeutic interventions in general surgery, orthopedics,
urology, obstetrics and gynecology. VirtaMed also creates customized simulators
for medical associations and industry. For more information, visit
www.virtamed.com.

Pressekontakt:

Marc Pflüger
Marketing Manager VR-Simulation / New Applications
simulation@karlstorz.com
Phone: +49 7461 708 8244

Phil Norris
Head of Marketing & Analytics
phil.norris@virtamed.com
Phone: +41 44 542 91 11

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OTS: VirtaMed AG

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