Transforming Surgical Imaging Technology

Surgical Vision Systems is dedicated to developing advanced imaging technologies that enhance surgical precision and improve patient outcomes. Our innovative use of visible and infrared light, alongside high precision ultrasound imaging modalities, sets a new standard in surgical care.

Surgical Vision Research

Intraoperative Imaging Solutions

We provide state-of-the-art imaging solutions that utilize visible and infrared light alongside high resolution ultrasound imaging to enhance surgical precision.

Research and Development

The SVS R&D team is committed to advancing surgical imaging technologies for a wider range of applications and enhancing procedures through new or upgraded technologies.

Thermal Imaging Technology

SVS uses thermal imaging technology in conjunction with laser excitation to identify ischemic tissue, highly accurately highlighting regions with low perfusion.

Gallery

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Display of thermal images of a swine

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Visualizing a leak from a sutured organ

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Fluoroscopic image of a gall bladder with stone

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SVS Thermal Laparoscopic image of a gall bladder with stone

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Laser themography for detection of ischemic tissue. Top: High perfusion. Bottom: ischemic tissue

Team

Jonathan Pearl MD

Founder and Chief Medical Officer

Jonathan Pearl, MD is the Section Chief, Advanced GI and Minimally Invasive Surgery within the Division of General and Oncologic Surgery at the University of Maryland Medical Center. He is also the Chief of General Surgery at the Baltimore VA Medical Center.

Dr. Pearl is a 13-year Veteran of the US Navy. He received several awards during his Navy career including the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal. He attended the University of Michigan and Wayne State University School of Medicine.

Gil Blankenship PhD

Co-Founder and Interim CEO

Gil Blankenship is co-founder of Surgical Vision Systems, Inc. and Interim Chief Executive Officer. He is also Founder and Chairman of the MDC Studio. Dr. Blankenship has founded several high technology companies including Techno-Sciences Inc, and TRX Systems.

Dr. Blankenship was on the Electrical Engineering faculty at the University of Maryland College Park for over 40 years, teaching courses in control systems, signal processing, and robotics. He is a Life Fellow of the IEEE.