Tulsa Mayor G.T. Bynum discusses economic advances, affordable housing, and immigrant entrepreneurship. The city focuses on integration, infrastructure investments, and welcoming immigrants, with initiatives like a new business incubator and a Broadway musical inspired by a student's book.
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VR training platforms aid surgeons in skill improvement, bolstering patient care.
Tulsa mayor focuses on addressing homelessness and supporting immigrant entrepreneurs for economic growth.
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VR Training Platforms for Surgeons
Surgeons are benefitting from VR training platforms like those by Fundamental VR and Orbit International. These platforms enable surgeons to practice procedures repeatedly before performing on real patients, aiding in muscle memory development and enhancing surgical skills.
Challenges in Economic Development and Affordable Housing
Mayor GT Bynum of Tulsa discusses economic challenges such as inflation impacting buying power and city revenues. He highlights the pressing issue of homelessness and the need for affordable housing in Tulsa, requiring over 10,000 housing units in the next decade. Initiatives include a voter-approved $70 million plan to subsidize shelter spaces and housing, aimed at addressing homelessness.
Focus on Entrepreneurship and Immigrant Communities
Tulsa emphasizes fostering entrepreneurship, particularly within the immigrant community, which has shown a high inclination for entrepreneurship. Initiatives like a business incubator in immigrant-populated areas aim to support immigrant entrepreneurs. Mayor Bynum underscores efforts to enhance Tulsa's quality of life, attract businesses, and create job opportunities to sustain economic growth.
Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Tulsa, Oklahoma Mayor G.T. Bynum discusses the city's economic and technological advances and working to welcome immigrants. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.