
Al-Mouwasat Hospital in Al-Khobar Successfully Performs First Robotic Gallbladder Tumor Removal in the Private Sector
In a significant medical achievement that reinforces Al-Mouwasat Hospital’s position as a leading center for advanced healthcare, the hospital announced the successful completion of its first robotic surgery for radical gallbladder tumor removal and lymph node dissection for a 50-year-old female patient.
The surgery was led by Dr. Shadi Al-Shammari, Consultant of General Surgery and Hepatobiliary & Pancreatic Oncology Surgery, and Dr. Sami Al-Asari, Consultant of General Surgery, Obesity, and Colorectal Surgery. The patient had advanced gallbladder cancer and had undergone chemotherapy and immunotherapy, which significantly reduced the tumor size and improved the chances of surgical success. The procedure was completed successfully without any notable complications.
This achievement marks an important milestone in the field of robotic surgery in the region, highlighting Al-Mouwasat Hospital’s commitment to adopting the latest global medical technologies. The hospital continues to provide the highest standard of patient care, reducing complications, enhancing recovery speed, and




