Dr. Sean Bennett and Dr. Sunil Patel perform robotic surgery at KHSC
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Kingston Health Sciences Centre (KHSC) continues to push the boundaries of surgical innovation with its latest advancement in robotic surgery. In a recent procedure, KHSC surgical teams successfully combined two separate robotic procedures (gallbladder surgery and colorectal surgery) in a single session—an approach that enhances patient care by reducing the need for multiple hospital visits, minimizing exposure to anesthesia, and shortening overall recovery time.
Performing two complex robotic procedures at once required meticulous planning and precise coordination among KHSC’s surgical and operating room teams, demonstrating KHSC’s expertise in developing new approaches to improve patient-centered care.
“While we can’t say for certain it was the first time this has been done in a Canadian hospital, we can confidently tell our patients that we are at the cutting-edge of our field, finding innovative solutions for patients in southeastern Ontario,” says robotic surgery lead Dr. Sunil Patel. “This approach highlights our commitment to excellence. By combining two procedures, we can reduce the risks associated with multiple surgeries and help patients recover faster.”
KHSC has become recognized as one of the most advanced and fastest-growing robotic surgical centres in Canada. The hospital’s current robotic surgical system is now operating at full capacity, serving colorectal, thoracic (chest), urology, and gynecology patients. With the potential acquisition of a second robotic system in the near future, KHSC will significantly expand its capacity, with patients requiring liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic surgery being some of the first to benefit.
“Robotic-assisted surgery offers several advantages over traditional surgical techniques particularly in patients who require liver and pancreas surgery,” says Dr. Sean Bennett, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgical Oncologist. “KHSC will soon become one of the first hospitals in the country to be home to an HPB robotic program, alongside hospitals in Ottawa, Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver. I’m incredibly proud that KHSC is at the leading edge of care in Canada.”
Robotic-assisted surgery provides numerous advantages over traditional surgical techniques, including smaller incisions, reduced blood loss, and faster recovery times. The robotic system’s magnified, high-definition view and special instruments allow for greater precision in complex procedures, ultimately leading to fewer complications and improved outcomes for patients.
Individuals who would like to donate in support of KHSC’s robotic surgery program can contact the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation.
