Health Minister: Over 2,000 robotic surgeries performed at Sabah Al-Ahmad Kidney and Urology Center

Health Minister Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadi said on Friday that tackling urinary tract diseases requires an integrated role between health facilities and civil society institutions, foremost among them the Kuwait Association of Urological Surgery, as responsibility extends beyond merely providing treatment to enhancing health awareness, prevention, and encouraging appropriate periodic screenings based on age and risk factors.

This came during a speech delivered by Minister Al-Awadi at the opening of the 19th Annual Conference of the Kuwait Association of Urological Surgery, which spans two days and features a select group of doctors, experts, and researchers from within and outside Kuwait.

Minister Al-Awadi expressed his pride in the medical and health cadres working in Ministry of Health hospitals, which provide diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical urological services through clinics and surgeries, staffed by qualified national professionals.

He also praised the achievements of national cadres in robotic surgery, noting that the number of robotic procedures at Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Kidney and Urology Center has surpassed 2,000 so far. The center began successfully implementing 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 safety and quality standards.

For his part, Dr. Faisal Al-Hajeri, President of the Kuwait Association of Urological Surgery and the conference, told the Kuwait News Agency (KUNA) that this year’s conference focuses on discussing male infertility issues, as well as the latest therapeutic and technological approaches for benign prostatic hyperplasia, including traditional surgeries, robotic surgeries, and endoscopic procedures.

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

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