Medtronic plc has announced a strategic collaboration with IRCAD North America, the newly established North American headquarters of the globally recognized surgical education and research institute, IRCAD. This partnership aims to advance surgical training and innovation by integrating Medtronic's cutting-edge technologies at IRCAD North America, a non-profit subsidiary of Atrium Health. As part of The Pearl innovation district in Charlotte, North Carolina, IRCAD North America will serve as a premier education and training hub, attracting thousands of surgeons and specialists annually. The collaboration is set to revolutionize healthcare delivery by fostering industry-wide collaboration and accelerating the integration of AI-enabled solutions into clinical practice. Medtronic's Medical Education teams will lead course development for training sessions at the facility, featuring Medtronic products, to enhance medical training and patient care.