In January 2026, the joint annual meetings of the American Association for Hand Surgery (AAHS), the American Society for Peripheral Nerve (ASPN), and the American Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery (ASRM) were held in California, United States.As one of the world’s influential international academic gatherings in reconstructive microsurgery, hand surgery, and peripheral nerve repair, the meetings brought together leading clinical experts, academic and research institutions, and innovative medical technology companies from around the world. Participants exchanged insights into the latest advances and future directions of emerging technologies, including robot-assisted microsurgery.
At the meetings, KouTech showcased its independently developed Kai Microsurgical Robot, presenting the company’s latest technological innovations in robot-assisted microsurgery to an international audience.As a microsurgical robotic platform built on proprietary research and development, Kai attracted significant attention for its innovative system architecture, precision control technologies, and potential for future clinical applications. Numerous international experts and representatives from medical institutions visited the KouTech booth to experience the system and exchange perspectives with the company’s team.
Throughout the meetings, microsurgeons, reconstructive surgeons, and representatives from academic institutions across the United States, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Japan, South Korea, and other countries experienced the Kai system firsthand.Discussions covered a wide range of topics, including emerging trends in robot-assisted microsurgery, potential applications in complex microsurgical reconstruction, and opportunities for future international collaboration.Internationally renowned experts, including Joon Pio Hong, President of the World Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery (WSRM); Jaume Masia, Secretary General; and David Chang, Governance Committee Chair, also visited the KouTech booth.The experts responded positively to Kai’s system design, user experience, and potential future clinical applications, while engaging in in-depth discussions with the KouTech team regarding opportunities for international collaboration.
KouTech also established a comprehensive hands-on demonstration environment at the venue, enabling participating specialists to experience Kai’s core functions and precision control capabilities within a short period of time.Several surgeons highlighted the system’s natural and intuitive control, relatively short learning curve, and adaptability to clinical environments, recognizing its potential as a new technological option for complex microsurgical procedures.
During the meetings, a number of international medical institutions and research centers expressed interest in exploring further opportunities for clinical research, technical exchange, and international collaboration.KouTech’s participation in AAHS, ASPN & ASRM 2026 further strengthened the international visibility of Kai within the global microsurgery community and marked another important step in the company’s global development.Moving forward, KouTech will continue to advance innovation in microsurgical robotic technologies, strengthen international clinical collaboration and product evaluation, and further develop its robot-assisted precision surgery platform. Through these efforts, KouTech aims to contribute to the advancement of microsurgery worldwide and provide more advanced, safe, and efficient robotic solutions for precision surgery.