David Ahn: Clinical Application of Augmented Reality in Craniomaxillofacial Surgery

Dr. David Ahn’s talk, "Clinical Application of Augmented Reality in Craniomaxillofacial Surgery" explores the integration of AR technology to enhance surgical precision and visualization. He demonstrates how overlaying 3D anatomical data onto the operative field supports accurate planning and real-time navigation during complex procedures. With a focus on current advancements and ongoing challenges, Dr. Ahn offers valuable insights into the future of AR in improving surgical outcomes, training, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By the end of this lecture, participants will be able to:

• Describe the principles of augmented reality (AR) and its integration into craniomaxillofacial surgical planning and execution.

• Explain the clinical workflows that incorporate AR for enhanced visualization, precision, and intraoperative navigation.

• Discuss case-based outcomes demonstrating the advantages of AR in improving surgical accuracy, reducing operative time, and enhancing patient safety.

• Evaluate the challenges, limitations, and future potential of augmented reality technologies in both high-resource and resource-limited surgical settings

TARGET AUDIENCE

• Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

• Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

• Craniomaxillofacial Surgeons

• ENT Surgeons with craniofacial practice

• Neurosurgeons involved in skull base and craniofacial procedures

• Biomedical Engineers and AR/VR Developers in surgical technology

• Surgical Residents and Fellows specializing in craniofacial surgery

• Clinical Researchers in Surgical Innovation and Augmented Reality

• Allied Health Professionals supporting craniofacial surgical teams

SPEAKER: Dr. David Ahn is a board-certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon and Program Director of the OMS residency at David Grant USAF Medical Center, Travis Air Force Base. He earned his DMD from the University of Pennsylvania after graduating magna cum laude in biochemistry from Case Western Reserve University. Following service as an Air Force general dentist, he completed OMS residency at San Antonio Military Medical Center and a TMJ/minimally invasive surgery fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital, affiliated with Harvard. Dr. Ahn also serves as an assistant professor at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, actively teaching OMS and AEGD residents.

ONLINE LIVE EVENT (Free of Charge)

San Francisco: Monday, October 13, 2025 at 7:00 pm

Mexico City: Monday, October 13, 2025 at 8:00 pm

New York: Monday, October 13, 2025 at 10:00 pm

Rio de Janeiro: Monday, October 13, 2025 at 11:00 pm

London: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 3:00 am

Berlin: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 4:00 am

Johannesburg: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 4:00 am

Cairo: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 5:00 am

Dubai: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 6:00 am

Delhi: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 7:30 am

Manila: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 10:00 am

Sydney: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at 1:00 pm

LANGUAGE: The event language is english. 

DECLARATION: In accordance with criterion 13 of document UEMS 2023.07.rev “EACCME® Criteria for the Accreditation of Live Educational Events (LEEs)” and the Standard v. Commercial or Promotional Conflict of Interest, published by the American Dental Association Continuing Education Recognition Program (ADA CERP), all surgeON presenters sign a Conflict of Interest form to document all perceived or actual conflicts of interest for the last 3 years, whether due to a financial or other relationship. This document can be viewed at the beginning of the event or on request by emailing info@surgeon-events.org No fee, honorarium or arrangement for re-imbursement of expenses in relation to the this event has been provided to the speaker.