Al-Awadi: Over 2,000 Robotic Procedures at 'Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Kidney Center'
Minister of Health Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadi praised the achievements of national experts in robotic surgery, surpassing 2,000 procedures, while Dr. Faisal Al-Hajri focused on infertility and prostate enlargement issues at the annual conference.
Translated by Qiyas from الراي — Original source
Minister of Health Dr. Ahmed Al-Awadi today praised the achievements of national expertise in robotic surgery, noting that the number of robotic procedures at Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Kidney and Urology Center has surpassed 2,000 to date. The center began successfully implementing remote robotic surgeries in December 2024, conducting 12 international procedures and three local procedures via teleconnection within Kuwait, demonstrating the use of modern technologies to serve patients in accordance with the highest safety and quality standards.
In a speech delivered during the opening of the 19th Annual Conference of the Kuwait Urological Society, Al-Awadi stated that addressing urological diseases requires integrated roles among health facilities and civil society organizations, with the Kuwait Urological Society at the forefront. He emphasized that responsibility extends beyond merely providing treatment to enhancing health awareness, prevention, and encouraging appropriate periodic screenings based on age and risk factors.
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 surgeries, staffed by qualified national cadres.
For his part, Dr. Faisal Al-Hajeri, President of the Kuwait Urological Society and Chairman of the Conference, said 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 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 competencies in various specialized fields.
He also 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 surgeries.
