Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) continues to advance the use of cutting-edge medical technologies in surgeries through its robotic-assisted surgery programme, which has undertaken more than 1,300 procedures since its launch. The programme is currently performs more than 500 surgeries annually.
The programme recorded 42 per cent growth in the first half of 2026 alone, highlighting the continued expansion of robotic-assisted procedures across the city’s surgical services. This growth reflects SSMC’s commitment to harnessing innovation and modern technology to advance medical practice, enhance surgical efficiency and deliver advanced healthcare to patients.
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A transformative shift in treating complex conditions
Dr Marwan Al Kaabi, Chief Executive Officer of Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, said: “Robotic surgery has transformed the delivery of care for complex conditions around the world. If I were to describe the next chapter of healthcare in one word, it would be ‘precision’. This is not just about precision in surgery, but also about how we diagnose and treat conditions and support every patient throughout their healthcare journey.
“Perhaps the most significant transformation, however, will not come from technology alone, but from how clinical teams bring these innovations together to deliver more personalised, data-driven and high-quality care.
