The Besta NeuroSim Center in Milan (BNSC) is the first center in Europe dedicated to simulation and advanced training in neurosurgery. At the BNSC, we select and prepare the neurosurgeons of the future, using simulators and state-of-the-art technologies that can faithfully reproduce real surgeries. This method reduces the risks associated with the inexperience of new operators and allows young surgeons to acquire and develop the skills and confidence to operate on real patients. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)

In 2015, driven by the need to enhance patient safety in neurosurgery, Prof. Francesco DiMeco and Dr. Alessandro Perin established the Besta NeuroSim Center (BNSC). The BNSC provides cutting-edge training programs that integrate neurosurgical simulators, augmented reality, 3D virtual environments with haptic feedback, and realistic brain models. These advanced tools are designed to equip young neurosurgeons with the skills to master complex surgical procedures in a controlled, risk-free setting. The BNSC aims to deliver exceptional training pathways that foster the development of both technical and interpersonal competencies, ensuring a comprehensive, standardized, and safety-focused education for residents.

Advanced simulators make it possible to recreate a real surgery, reproducing in great detail the anatomy and texture of a healthy human brain or one with a tumor. They also provide very faithful tactile feedback, which is useful for developing the sensitivity and technical skills needed during an operation.