In line with its vision for innovation and the future, Altice Labs participated in the second edition of the MEDICA AI conference, held on July 16 at the Champalimaud Foundation, where it demonstrated its concept of Connected Surgery: The Operating Room Transformed by 5G & AR. The showcase highlighted how these emerging technologies are set to revolutionize surgical environments.
Bringing together physicians, philanthropists, researchers, and innovators at the forefront of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Medicine, at the MEDICA AI Altice Labs demonstrated the practical application of ultra-low latency 5G, edge computing, and augmented reality (AR) in creating smarter, connected, and collaborative operating rooms.
The demonstration also illustrated how remote collaboration between surgeons becomes more effective with high-definition, low-latency video conferencing, enabling specialists in different locations to share knowledge and provide real-time input.
All medical devices involved – such as surgical cameras, sensors, and monitors – were connected through a local 5G network, ensuring seamless coordination and continuous exchange of critical information across systems.
In parallel, the Champalimaud Foundation allowed participants to experience the Magic Leap 2 AR headset, which, when pointed at a patient (represented by a mannequin on an operating table), displayed georeferenced 3D medical images of existing tumors.
These innovations open new possibilities for the future of medicine, directly enhancing surgical precision and the quality of patient care. The demonstration reinforces Altice Labs’ role as a driver of technological innovation, actively contributing to digital transformation and the development of next-generation healthcare solutions.