James Ansell

Cardiff University, University Hospital of Wales

Papers

Total Citations

134

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About

Dr. James Ansell is a leading researcher in surgical education and the translation of minimally invasive techniques, with a primary focus on laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgery. His work is pivotal in understanding how surgical skills are acquired, assessed, and transferred across different platforms. Dr. Ansell’s most influential contribution is his seminal 2012 paper, "Is motion analysis a valid tool for assessing laparoscopic skill?" which has garnered 119 citations and established a foundational metric for objective surgical proficiency. He has since advanced the field by systematically investigating the transfer of laparoscopic competencies to robotic systems, as detailed in his 2024 systematic review. Demonstrating a commitment to modernizing surgical training, Dr. Ansell recently led a randomized controlled trial validating the use of CMR’s immersive virtual reality (IVR) headset for training surgeons on the configuration of the CMR Versius robot in the operating room. This work directly addresses a critical gap in robotic surgery preparedness, offering a scalable, evidence-based alternative to traditional e-learning. Through these contributions, Dr. Ansell is shaping the future of surgical education, ensuring that technological advancements are matched by robust, validated training methodologies.