I am a hand surgeon, and for this project I set out to create a small loupe-mounted camera that could improve the way I document and teach surgical procedures. High-quality operative footage is extremely valuable for education, training, and self-review, but commercially available systems are often expensive.
The goal of this project was to develop an affordable, lightweight camera that could record clear, surgeon-level footage without interfering with the procedure itself. Having a reliable way to capture real-time operative videos will allow me to better review complex anatomy, share techniques with trainees, and contribute to meaningful surgical education resources.
My experience in the Design Lab was excellent. The space is well organized, easy to use, and provided exactly the tools needed to bring this idea from concept to prototype. Although the camera is functional, the project is still a work in progress—there are design tweaks and improvements I plan to make as I continue refining it for clinical use.
I’m very grateful for the opportunity to use the Design Lab. It’s an incredible resource for anyone looking to build, improve, or explore ideas that can have real impact.
Top-down view of the camera on the glasses.