Brain Surgeons Get a Better View From Augmented Reality

By blending digital imagery with the physical world, doctors can see deeper and faster, reducing the risk of error

Brain surgery is never going to be easy. When a surgeon is removing a tumor, even a slight miscalculation in the angle of entry can interfere with important functions of the brain.

But augmented reality—blending digital imagery with the physical world—may help surgeons keep their focus at critical moments during the task.

Neurosurgeon Joshua...