Robotic Surgery Opens a New Chapter at Acibadem Sistina Clinical Hospital with First Successful Procedure

Acibadem Sistina Clinical Hospital has successfully performed its first surgical procedure using the MedBot Toumai® robotic system. The procedure officially marks the beginning of a new era of advanced, high-precision, minimally invasive surgery, not only for the hospital but also for the country and the region.

The procedure was performed on a 57-year-old patient and involved a robot-assisted radical prostatectomy together with a laparoscopic lymphadenectomy, which was also robot-assisted. The complex procedure, performed to treat prostate cancer, was carried out with maximum control at every stage and exceptional precision thanks to the robotic system.

The urology team was led by Prof. Dr. Sotir Stavridis, a specialist in urology. Urologists, anesthesiologists, nurses, medical technicians and other hospital support staff took part in the operation. The procedure was completed successfully and entirely according to plan, as a result of the team’s careful preparation, professionalism and excellent coordination.

The patient is in good overall health, while the postoperative period and recovery process are progressing as expected. This historic result is the fruit of Acibadem Sistina Clinical Hospital’s continued commitment to providing patients with the most advanced medical innovations and healthcare in line with the highest global standards. The introduction of robotic surgery represents a significant development both for the institution and for the advancement of healthcare.

THE SURGEON HAS FULL CONTROL OF THE ROBOTIC SYSTEM

The robot does not perform the surgical procedure on its own. The instruments move only under the full control of the surgeon, who operates the system from a dedicated console. The technology reproduces every movement made by the surgeon with exceptional precision, enabling steady and highly detailed procedures even in anatomical areas that are difficult to access. Through a high-resolution three-dimensional view, the surgeon can see the operating field clearly and at multiple levels of magnification.

According to Prof. Dr. Sotir Stavridis, the use of this minimally invasive method increases patient safety and significantly shortens recovery time.

Prof. Dr. Sotir Stavridis, a specialist in urology, said the integration of this sophisticated technology creates exceptional opportunities, as it allows the team to work with the highest level of microscopic precision and perform extremely complex surgical procedures. He emphasized that the minimally invasive approach simultaneously ensures maximum protection for patients and a significantly faster recovery. According to him, the operation was performed flawlessly and entirely according to plan, thanks to detailed preparation and excellent coordination among all members of the surgical team.

Dr. Aleksandar Mickovski was also part of the team of urologists involved in the procedure.

Dr. Aleksandar Mickovski described the use of the robot to perform such modern and complex operations as the greatest challenge in contemporary urology.

PRECISE ANESTHESIA PREPARATION AND CONTINUOUS COORDINATION

The team of anesthesiologists involved in the operation was led by the medical director of Acibadem Sistina Clinical Hospital, Dr. Emilija Mirçevska.

Dr. Mirçevska described the first robot-assisted operation as a moment of historic significance for the hospital. She thanked all members of the medical team for the hard work, dedication and professionalism that made this important step in medicine possible.

Dr. Emilija Mirçevska said the hospital is proud to provide patients with advanced surgical care and to make the latest medical technologies accessible to everyone. She said that, as an anesthesiologist, taking part in the hospital’s first robotic surgical procedure was both an honor and a source of professional pride. Dr. Mirçevska explained that anesthesia during robotic surgery has specific characteristics and requires precise preparation, careful monitoring and management of any possible changes in the body caused by the patient’s position during the operation and the insufflation of carbon dioxide. She added that procedures of this kind require high-level coordination and continuous communication among all members of the surgical team. According to her, this success confirms that the hospital possesses the knowledge, experience and capacity needed to implement the most modern medical technologies.

ADVANTAGES OF ROBOT-ASSISTED SURGERY

In modern urology, robot-assisted surgery represents a revolutionary development. Robotic instruments provide three-dimensional HD visualization, high precision and flexibility that surpass the natural limits of human hand movement. These features make it possible to perform dissections with exceptional accuracy while maximizing the preservation of vital anatomical structures.

For patients, this method means smaller surgical incisions, less blood loss, milder postoperative pain and a lower risk of complications. The benefits also include a shorter hospital stay, faster healing, an earlier return to daily activities and greater precision in protecting nerves, blood vessels and surrounding tissue.

The use of the robotic system is not only a technological advancement, but also marks the opening of an entirely new chapter in everyday surgical practice at Acibadem Sistina Clinical Hospital.

Acibadem Sistina Clinical Hospital will continue investing in innovative medical technologies, the development of expertise and the continuous education of its teams. Its sole aim is to provide higher-quality, safer and more efficient treatment and to achieve the best possible outcomes for every patient. As the use of this technology expands, robot-assisted surgery is expected to become the new gold standard for treating an increasing number of patients and performing more complex surgical procedures.