Odessa doctor seeks to redefine health with augmented reality [Video]

ODESSA, Texas — Technology is transforming the future of medicine, and one doctor at Medical Center Hospital is pioneering the use of augmented reality (AR) in surgery.

Dr. John Dorman, a board-certified neurosurgeon at MCH, recently began integrating the Apple Vision Pro headset into his practice, creating a more efficient approach for complex procedures. After experimenting with the technology, he quickly saw its potential for revolutionizing surgeries.

Technology has long been a fixture in operating rooms, but augmented reality is now enhancing visualization in a way that Dr. Dorman believes will significantly benefit patients. He recently used the Vision Pro headset during a craniotomy, enabling him to overlay CT and MRI scans directly onto his visual field.

“It has a lot …