Health Minister: Over 2,000 Robotic Surgeries Performed at Sabah Al-Ahmad Kidney and Urology Center

Health Minister Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadi stated that addressing urinary tract diseases requires an integrated approach among healthcare facilities and civil society organizations, notably the Kuwait Society of Urological Surgery. He emphasized that responsibility extends beyond merely providing treatment to include enhancing health awareness, prevention, and encouraging appropriate periodic screenings based on age and risk factors.

This remark was made during Minister Al-Awadi’s speech at the opening of the 19th Annual Conference of the Kuwait Society of Urological Surgery, a two-day event featuring a distinguished group of physicians, experts, and researchers from within Kuwait and abroad.

Minister Al-Awadi added that the exchange of knowledge and expertise is a fundamental pillar for developing medical practice and discussing the latest advancements in the diagnosis and treatment of urinary and reproductive system diseases.

He expressed pride in the medical and health personnel working in Ministry of Health hospitals, who deliver diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical urological services through clinics and operations, staffed by qualified national cadres.

He also commended the achievements of national experts in robotic surgery, noting that the number of robotic procedures at Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Kidney and Urology Center has surpassed 2,000 to date. The center successfully began performing remote robotic surgeries in December 2024, through 12 international procedures and three local procedures within Kuwait, demonstrating the use of modern technologies to serve patients according to the highest standards of safety and quality.

For his part, Dr. Faisal Al-Hajeri, President of the Kuwait Society of Urological Surgery and Conference Chair, said in a press statement that this year’s conference focuses on discussing male infertility, as well as the latest therapeutic and technological approaches for benign prostatic hyperplasia, including traditional surgeries, robotic surgeries, and endoscopic procedures.

He added that the conference this year sees a significant presence of national medical personnel, exceeding previous editions, reflecting the Society’s continuous commitment to supporting Kuwaiti expertise and highlighting their skills in various specialized fields.

Dr. Al-Hajeri noted the participation of speakers and experts from several sister and friendly countries, including Qatar, Bahrain, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Italy, to exchange experiences and learn about the latest technological advancements and innovations in urological surgery.