>THE DEPARTMENTS OF AMTI

The goal of the Advanced Medical Technology Institute is to define new boundaries of technology and health care delivery intersection, academically validate new applications and deploy state-of-the-art clinical services.  The vision of AMTI is one of global health care delivery.

AMTI is comprised of 4 key departments, which will focus on the achievement of these goals.

Clinical Development & Practice in Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques
The Institute is designed to serve as the nerve center for the establishment and ongoing training of Beth Israel surgeons in the latest minimally invasive techniques.  AMTI offers cutting-edge skill training for surgeons to enhance the safest use of minimally invasive or laparoscopic procedures. 

With the recent increase in the need and demand for Bariatric Surgery, AMTI is on the forefront with minimally invasive weight loss procedures.  The Beth Israel Center for Weight Loss is complete center with an intensive focus on pre-operative and post-operative care and evaluation.

Cyber-Based Education and Distant Learning
AMTI will conduct ongoing training and education programs utilizing the most state-of-the-art technology and techniques to allow surgeons within the Beth Israel system and beyond the ability to become cyber-surgeons.

Telemedicine
To achieve excellence in Telemedicine techniques and applications, AMTI is launching a telemedicine consultation program with Continuum Health Partners Primary Care Physicians.

Research & Development
The Research and Development underway at AMTI is testing new medical technologies, such as robotics and ergonomic medical devices and a range of cost-effective health care delivery solutions.