First Fully Robotic Eye Surgery: A New Era for Surgical Methods

ForSight Robotics announced on April 7, 2026, the successful completion of the world’s first fully robot-assisted cataract surgery performed in a human patient. The procedure was conducted using the company’s proprietary JASPER™ Platform, marking a shift toward robotic precision in one of the most common surgical procedures in medicine.

The milestone surgery was performed by Dr. Alexey Rapoport. Dr. Robert Edward T. Ang of the Asian Eye Institute in Manila served as the Principal Investigator for the procedure.

Technological Advancements of the JASPER Platform

The JASPER™ Platform, which was previously known as the ORYOM platform, was designed to optimize the existing workflow and feel of conventional cataract surgery. Rather than replacing the surgeon, the platform assists throughout every step of the surgical process.

According to the company, the system provides surgeons with advanced imaging, motion scaling, and precision. These features are intended to reduce the variability between different procedures and minimize surgeon fatigue during the operation.

The platform is designed to work in harmony with the surgeon, offering advanced dexterity to help ensure more accurate and safer outcomes for the patient.

Distinctions from Previous Robotic Procedures

This achievement differs significantly from previous attempts at robotic ophthalmic surgery. Prior robotic procedures in the field of cataract surgery only performed partial tasks and required the patient to be under general anesthesia.

In contrast, the procedure performed with the JASPER™ Platform was completed from start to finish without the need for general anesthesia. This approach aligns the robotic procedure with the current standard practice used in modern cataract surgeries.

This is a defining moment for ophthalmic surgery and the future of global healthcare. With the first successful full robotic cataract procedure in a human patient, this achievement opens the door to dramatically expanding access to sight-restoring surgery for millions around the world.

Dr. Joseph Nathan, ForSight Robotics’ co-founder, president, and CMO

Global Health Implications

Based in Caesarea, Israel, ForSight Robotics has positioned itself as a pioneer in robotic eye surgery with the goal of transforming access to care for hundreds of millions of patients worldwide.

By reducing the physical strain on surgeons and increasing the precision of the procedure, the company aims to make sight-restoring surgeries more accessible on a global scale.

The integration of robotic assistance into the most commonly performed surgical procedure in medicine is intended to fundamentally reshape ophthalmic care by standardizing the level of precision across different surgical settings.