Stanley Russell, who lives in Herne Bay, was the first person to have the new robotic surgical procedure at the QEQM Hospital, last Thursday. It was a major achievement, as he was the second patient at that facility to be treated with such CAR-T therapy. After the procedure, Russell went home Sunday, improving day by day.
Robotic Consultant Colorectal and General Surgeon Sudhaker Mangam performing the robotic procedure. This groundbreaking methodology has recently been embraced by the NHS. The high-tech innovation helps increase accuracy when it comes to performing surgeries. As a result, it greatly enhances patient experience and speeds up the processes of healing.
Russell’s surgery included the removal of half of his bowel, a procedure required by a recent diagnosis of bowel cancer. He stated that he had faith in the process. Our medical team laid it out very clearly why robotic surgery was a better choice than going the more traditional invasive route.
“The team explained everything really well and said it would be less painful than going through more invasive surgery, so that made sense to me.” – Stanley Russell
Surgical robotics to first been introduced by the NHS in London earlier this spring. The robot used in Russell’s surgery has four arms, which the surgeon controls from a remote console. This innovative approach provides a 3D view inside the patient’s body during the procedure, enhancing the surgeon’s ability to perform delicate tasks with precision.
Patient Mandy Lee, 68, who had a similar procedure done robotically, recalled her first fears about robotic surgery. Her fear of cancer was less than her fear of missing out on a cancer cure.
“It was a bit of a scary thought, I hadn’t even considered the possibility of robotic surgery, but I just wanted the cancer gone and I wasn’t put off.” – Mandy Lee
Sudhaker Mangam said it was an exciting and important development for patients in East Kent.
“This marks a major advancement in surgical capability for east Kent patients, enabling greater precision, improved outcomes, and faster recovery times.” – Sudhaker Mangam
Patients are experiencing fewer complications from robotic procedures. Facilities such as QEQM are at the forefront of paving the way for the surgical care of the future. As robotic surgery improves the patient experience and outcomes, we’re seeing greater strides in overall quality healthcare. It is fast becoming a second skin to the modern physician.