Woodside Workshop Series

Workshop 1 - Cardiovascular Devices

Presented by Nethum Devendra

Nexus kicked off its first workshop with an interactive deep dive into cardiovascular technology. Highlights included:

  • 🫀 Hands-on exploration of artificial hearts and assistive cardiac devices

  • 🔍 Breakdown of key surgical innovations and life-saving implants

  • 💬 Discussions on real-world clinical applications of cardiovascular tech

  • 🤝 Networking with peers passionate about medtech

Workshop 2 - Intro to Medical AI

Presented by Izabella Mancewicz, Bryan Lee, and Deepak Rajan Jeyarajan

Our second workshop took a sharp turn into the digital frontier with a focused session on Artificial Intelligence in medicine. Key takeaways included:

  • ⚙️ Overview of how AI works and what current models can do

  • 🧠 Real-world examples of AI in diagnostics, clinical workflows, and research

  • 📈 Discussion on the evolving role of doctors alongside AI

  • 🛠️ Practical tools and tips for using AI to boost learning and productivity in med school

Perfect for both preclinical and clinical students interested in the next evolution of medicine.

Workshop 3 - Surgical Robotics

Presented by Nethum Devendra

In our third Nexus MedTech Workshop, we explored the fast-evolving world of robotics in surgery. The session featured:

  • 🔧 An introduction to the engineering principles behind robotic systems

  • 🏥 A breakdown of how surgical robots are designed, controlled, and used in practice

  • 🔭 Insights into emerging trends and the future of robotic-assisted procedures

An exciting blend of medicine and innovation - thanks to all who came along to explore the tech behind the tools!

Workshop 4 - Total Artificial Heart & Modern Prosthetics

Presented by the Monash Heart Hack Team

This session brought together bioengineering and clinical innovation with a live showcase of next-gen medical devices. Highlights included:

  • 🫀 Live demo of a Total Artificial Heart by Monash’s Heart Hack team

  • 🦿 Exploration of modern prosthetics - from function to full-body integration

  • 🧩 Insights into the future of artificial organs and limb technologies

  • 💡 Discussions on how students can get involved in shaping this evolving field

Thanks to everyone who joined us for this unique glimpse into the future of artificial repair!