Surgical robots the focus of Nov. 10 Science Cafe

Dmitry Oleynikov, M.D.

At Tuesday’s Omaha Science Cafe, attendees will learn about surgical robots from Dmitry Oleynikov, M.D.

Dr. Oleynikov’s presentation — “Your Doctor is a Robot” — starts at 7 p.m. at the Slowdown, 729 N. 14th St.

Dr. Oleynikov — associate professor of surgery and director of the Center for Advanced Surgical Technology (CAST) at UNMC — will focus on miniature surgical robots that have the capability to reduce invasiveness and minimize hospitalization time.

Cafe schedule Upcoming Cafes for Omaha and Lincoln Nov. 19 — Michael Feloney, M.D., 6:30 p.m. at red9 in Lincoln; Dec. 1 — Donald Klepser, Ph.D., 7 p.m. at the Slowdown in Omaha; and Jan. 21 — John Hibbing, Ph.D., 6:30 p.m. at red9 in Lincoln. View more about upcoming and past Science Cafes in Omaha and Lincoln.

A more scientifically literate populace is a goal in UNMC’s strategic plan. The goal of the Science Cafes is to get young adults interested in science by presenting it in a casual setting.