In a groundbreaking achievement, Saudi Arabia’s King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Center (KFSHRC) has successfully performed the world’s first fully robotic heart transplant

The pioneering surgery, carried out on a 16-year-old patient with end-stage heart failure, marks a significant advancement in medical technology and reinforces the Kingdom’s leading role in global healthcare.

The two-and-a-half-hour operation was led by Dr. Feras Khaliel, the head of Cardiac Surgery at KFSHRC

The team meticulously planned the procedure, opting for a robotic approach that eliminates the need for a traditional chest-opening surgery. This innovative technique not only minimizes the surgical risk but also promises a faster recovery and less post-operative pain for the patient.

The success of this fully robotic heart transplant represents a major leap forward in heart surgery

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The use of robotic technology allows for precise, minimally invasive procedures, reducing recovery time and enhancing patient outcomes. This breakthrough aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, which emphasizes innovation in healthcare.

This is seen as a groundbreaking milestone in medical history

Dr. Majid Al-Fayyad, CEO of KFSHRC, praised the operation as a milestone in medical history and highlighted its impact on Saudi Arabia’s quest for global leadership in specialized medicine. The achievement underscores the Kingdom’s commitment to advancing healthcare and reflects the significant support from Saudi leadership towards improving medical services and patient care.

KFSHRC’s success sets a new standard for heart transplant procedures and contributes to the global medical community’s understanding of robotic surgery, furthering the hospital’s role as a leader in medical innovation.