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Artificial intelligence powered voice assistants: A revolution in operating room interactions
Zohreh Khoshgoftar1, Sara Bagheri1, Sharareh Karimi2
1Department of Medical Education, School of Medical Education and learning technologies, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Digital Health
|March 9, 2026
Summary
Artificial intelligence (AI) voice assistants can improve operating room (OR) communication and safety. These AI tools enhance surgical procedures and offer innovative training for OR technologists.
Area of Science:
- Medical Technology
- Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Operating room (OR) environments face challenges in communication, sterility, and efficiency.
- Voice-activated artificial intelligence (AI) presents a novel solution for enhancing OR dynamics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the potential of AI-powered voice assistants in transforming operating room interactions.
- To introduce the Intelligent Operational Navigator in Operating Room (OR) as an example system.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing advanced natural language processing and speech recognition technologies.
- Developing AI systems capable of procedure documentation, checklist verification, and real-time alerts.
Main Results:
- AI voice assistants can enhance communication, maintain sterility, and reduce human error in the OR.
- These systems offer potential for simulation-based training and adaptive learning for surgical teams.
Conclusions:
- Integrating voice AI into surgical settings represents a significant advancement toward safer and more efficient healthcare.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration is crucial for the successful development and implementation of AI in surgery.
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