Hybrid Endoscopic-Microscopic ENT skill lab inaugurated at Pune hospital
PUNE: A city-based hospital inaugurated a first of its kind Hybrid Endoscopic & Microscopic ENT Skill Lab – the EndoPlay Skill Lab – equipped with the US-patented EndoHold system for two-handed endoscopic surgery.
This milestone was marked by the successful completion of the first-ever Hybrid Temporal Bone Dissection Workshop, training 20 select ENT surgeons and postgraduates from across India.
The EndoPlay Skill Lab, inaugurated at Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, is a fully integrated cadaveric dissection unit that bridges the gap between traditional microscopy and modern two-handed endoscopic techniques.
At its core lies the EndoHold system — a globally patented innovation developed by Dr. Mubarak Muhamed Khan, Dr. Sapna Parab and Dr. Shirin Khan. The lab also houses over 15 additional surgical innovations from Dr.
Khan's Creations, offering an unparalleled hands-on experience in otologic and neuro-otologic surgery.
The lab was inaugurated by Dr. Yashraj Patil in the presence of Dr. Rekha Arcot, Dean of the medical college.
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'The EndoPlay Skill Lab is a landmark addition to our academic ecosystem. It offers students and surgeons the unique advantage of mastering both microscopic and endoscopic ENT techniques in one integrated environment. This kind of immersive, hands-on training empowers our learners to not only meet but exceed global standards in surgical care,' said Dr.
Arcot.
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Dr. Mayur Ingale, Professor, Department of Otorhinolaryngology, said 'The EndoPlay Skill Lab is a game-changer in ENT surgical training.
For the first time, we are able to offer a hybrid platform that allows both microscopic and two-handed endoscopic dissection in a cadaveric setting.'
As ENT surgery evolves into the era of minimal access and advanced reconstruction. The EndoPlay Skill Lab will now serve as the dissection hub for the upcoming International ENT Conference – SEOCON 2025, scheduled from 11–14 September at Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pimpri, Pune.
Surgeons from across the globe will have an opportunity to witness and experience this cutting-edge hybrid training ecosystem.
'This skill lab is not just an infrastructure; it is a visionary step that will pave the way for global excellence in ENT surgical training. We are proud that our institution is leading this transformation,' said Dr. Yashraj Patil, Trustee & Treasurer, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pimpri, Pune.
Dr. P. D. Patil, Chancellor, said 'At our institution, we are proud of our legacy in shaping future healthcare leaders. Staying true to that legacy, we are constantly bringing in the best — be it in education, infrastructure or innovation. Setting up progressive labs like the EndoPlay Skill Lab reflects our commitment to empowering faculty and students with world-class tools that inspire learning, research and excellence on a global scale.
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Dr. Bhagyashree Patil, Pro-Chancellor, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), Pimpri, Pune, said 'At Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, we believe in creating future-ready medical professionals by embracing innovation in education. The launch of the world's first hybrid ENT skill lab is a testament to our commitment to transformative learning. It's a proud moment for us to see India set a global precedent in surgical training, right here in Pune.
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