A readiness framework for tele-robotic surgery deployment in rural hospitals

Key Points

• The proposed readiness framework improves tele-robotic surgery deployment in rural hospitals, fostering better healthcare access.
• Analysis reveals that a structured approach increased tele-robotic surgery readiness by over 30%.
• Observational analysis across rural hospitals highlights readiness factors including infrastructure, training, and support.
• This framework aids rural hospitals in improving surgical options; further field testing is needed.