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ForSight Robotics aims to bring the benefits of a steady, remote-controlled hand to cataract eye surgery.
The $55 million series A round was led by the Adani Group.
The startup’s ultimate goal is to make the sophisticated ophthalmic procedure more accessible internationally but in safer manner.
"We are pleased to be able to advance our technology with this investment to bring robotics into the world of ophthalmic surgery...," CEO Daniel Glozman.
Introducing ORYOM™ - the first hybrid intraocular robotic ophthalmic platform, to advance ophthalmic surgery worldwide.
Oryom hardware is used by employing computer visualization and machine learning techniques by eye surgeons to perform cataract procedures in animal models.
"With the advancement of computing power, AI and miniature mechanics, better access to healthcare will be made possible," said chief business officer, Joseph Nathan.
