Guyana has announced its advancement in performing long-distance, minimally invasive surgeries using robotic technology. President Irfaan Ali stated that the country is extending an invitation to other Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states to join in this initiative. The President emphasized that the training and facilities available in Guyana will match those found in leading medical centers in India.
During a press briefing, President Ali highlighted the investment made by Guyana in acquiring a comprehensive training module from SS Mantra, an India-based company. This partnership aims to establish an international training hub in Guyana for local medical professionals. Health Minister Dr. Frank Anthony confirmed that the training program will be accredited and integrated into post-graduate fellowship training at the University of Guyana and the Ministry of Health.
In a notable achievement, a heart surgery was successfully conducted from the Georgetown Public Hospital Corporation (GPHC) on a patient located 20,000 kilometers away in India. This procedure has been recognized as the longest-distance robotic telesurgery completed globally, surpassing previous records.
The surgery was led by Dr. Sudhir Srivastava, a renowned cardiac surgeon, with support from a specialized team in Guyana. The GPHC described this event as a groundbreaking milestone in modern medicine and healthcare innovation.
Additionally, the GPHC reported another significant achievement in local robotic surgery, with Dr. Hemraj Ramcharran successfully performing a robotic inguinal hernia repair. This marks the first instance of robotic surgery conducted in Guyana and the wider Caribbean.
Dr. Carpen, a prominent cardiologist, explained the advantages of robotic surgery, including enhanced precision and reduced recovery times compared to traditional open-heart procedures. The GPHC plans to offer robotic-assisted surgeries at no cost to patients, potentially reducing the overall expenses associated with such procedures.
A Robotics Advisory Committee has also been formed to further develop Guyana’s capabilities in robotic cardiac surgery, with discussions already underway to address any existing gaps in expertise.
Source: demerarawaves.com
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