According to Punch Newspapers, Professor Obi Davies-Ekwenna, a professor of urology and transplant surgery, is the Managing Director of Robo Medics and founder and CEO of RoboMed Global Inc. He made history by leading the team that performed Nigeria’s first tele-robotic surgery on an Abuja patient, despite being based in Ogun State. This groundbreaking procedure was carried out remotely. While details about the patient’s condition are not disclosed, it is clear that Davies-Ekwenna has played a significant role in pioneering robotic surgical programmes in Nigeria and West Africa.
This development marks a significant milestone for Nigeria’s healthcare sector, as tele-robotic surgery offers numerous benefits such as reduced costs, improved patient outcomes, and increased access to specialized care, especially in remote locations. LEADERSHIP Newspapers also reported on the event without providing additional details.
Professor Davies-Ekwenna’s achievements in the field of robotics and surgery are commendable, and it is anticipated that this tele-robotic surgery will pave the way for more such innovations in Nigeria’s healthcare sector.
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