Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City performs 1,300 robotic-assisted surgeries
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) continues to advance the use of cutting-edge medical technologies in surgeries through its robotic-assisted surgery programme, which has undertaken more than 1,300 procedures since its launch. The programme is currently performs more than 500 surgeries annually. The programme recorded 42 per cent growth in the first half of 2026 alone, highlighting the…
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) has performed over 1,300 robotic-assisted surgeries since the programme's inception. Currently, the hospital carries out more than 500 such procedures annually. The programme recorded a 42% surge in the first half of 2026, underscoring the escalating adoption of robotic-assisted surgeries in the city's healthcare services.
This surge signifies SSMC's dedication to integrating innovation and modern technology to elevate medical practice, bolster surgical efficiency, and extend advanced healthcare to patients.
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