Pimpri, Pune : In a moment of pride for India and a groundbreaking step in global medical education, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pimpri, Pune, has inaugurated the world’s first Hybrid ENT Skill Lab the EndoPlay Skill Lab.
This unique facility was launched under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Dr. P. D. Patil, Hon’ble Dr. Bhagyashree Patil, and Hon’ble Dr. Yashraj Patil, showcasing the institution’s unwavering commitment to innovation, research, and academic excellence.
The lab integrates advanced microscopic and two-handed endoscopic ENT surgical techniques, powered by the US-patented EndoHold system, setting a new global standard for ENT skill development.
Key Highlights:
- EndoPlay Skill Lab is the world’s first hybrid ENT training center, combining cadaveric dissection, microscopy, and endoscopy.
- Enables hands-on training using cutting-edge tools and realistic anatomical simulation.
- Backed by the patented EndoHold system for improved surgical precision.
- Aimed at ENT postgraduates and surgeons across India and the globe.
- Inaugurated in the presence of Dean Dr. Rekha Arcot and guided by Prof. Dr. Mayur Ingale.
The first Hybrid Temporal Bone Dissection Workshop held during the launch trained a select group of ENT surgeons and postgraduate students from various institutions, providing them with first-hand exposure to this one-of-a-kind hybrid dissection platform.
Set to serve as the official dissection hub for SEOCON 2025, the lab not only puts Pune on the global map of surgical education but also reinforces India’s position as a leader in ENT innovation and training.
This initiative is more than just a milestone; it’s a movement redefining surgical education and inspiring medical institutions worldwide.