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How did we do?
Advancing surgical innovation
In 2022/23 we invested in cutting-edge equipment and research to help some
of King’s key specialisms go even further to make the best care possible for
patients.
Revolutionising treatment with
robotic surgery
In 2022/23, we made our largest grant for several
years, providing £1 million towards a state-of-the-art
Robot Assisted Surgical (RAS) system that will deliver
significant benefits for staff and patients.
Mr Azhar Khan, Consultant Urological Surgeon at
King’s College Hospital, explained, “Robotic surgery
is extremely advanced, leading to better outcomes for
cancer patients. The benefits include shorter hospital
stays, reduced pain, faster recovery and reduced blood
loss. The system is also faster and more precise than
standard laparoscopic surgery, and it will help us reduce
waiting times and decrease the need for open surgery.”
This surgical approach reduces the risk of post-surgery
complications, including mortality among especially
frail patients, and also creates options for patients not
suitable for traditional surgery.
Tahira Hasnat was the first patient to undergo surgery
using the new Da Vinci Xi RAS system. After the surgery
she said, "I was surprised by the size of incisions, they
are so small I can hardly see them. I had no significant
pain and recovery was smooth with no issues."
Image: Mr Azhar Khan (eighth from right) with his
team before performing King's first robotic surgery.
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Robotic surgery will help
King’s attract and retain the
very best surgeons, push the
boundaries of groundbreaking
healthcare, and provide our
patients with outstanding care.
Mr Amyn Haji
Clinical Director in Surgery
