A Leap Forward in Surgery: Orléans Hospital welcomes Renowned Surgeon for Robotic pancreatic surgery
Across the healthcare field, the buzz around robotic surgery is growing louder, promising quicker recoveries and less invasive procedures. Recently, the Orléans University Hospital hosted a demonstration highlighting just how this technology is changing the landscape of operating rooms. They welcomed Professor Matthew Walsh, a world-leading expert in robot-assisted surgery and head of Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA.
Professor Walsh, famed for his innovations with robotic pancreatic surgery,
traveled to Orleans to witness the hospital’s own pioneering work.
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“I met Matt two years ago at an international conference in Paris,” explains Dr. Olivier Saint-Marc, specializing in this new frontier of surgery. "We immediately connected and realized the potential for collaboration. It felt natural to invite him to Orléans, showcasing both our expertise and the iconic Chambord château,
a dream of his for many years.”
French surgeon Dr. Olivier Saint-Marc, who organized the visit, shares his own journey with robotic surgery
"The beginning of this incredible journey, isn’t far in the past.” He notes, We started using robots roughly five years ago. The hospital
invested not just in the technology, which can cost upwards of 500,000 euros per unit, but also in training and, crucially, sharing knowledge across the field”
In fact, Orléans University Hospital has earned a reputation not only for performing over 6,000 robotic surgeries to date, but also for its efforts
to spread the benefits through collaborating with
peers internationally.
The Progress of Robot Surgery
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## Advancements in Robotic Surgery: A Conversation with Dr. Olivier Saint-Marc
**Interviewer**: Dr. Saint-Marc, thank you for joining us today.
**Dr. Saint-Marc**: It’s a pleasure to be here.
**Interviewer**: You recently hosted a renowned surgeon, Professor Matthew Walsh, at Orléans University Hospital. Could you tell us a bit about the purpose of this visit?
**Dr. Saint-Marc**: Absolutely. Professor Walsh is a world-leader in robotic pancreatic surgery, a field we’re also deeply committed to here at Orleans. We wanted to share our own experiences and learning, showcase our expertise, and of course, learn from Professor Walsh’s extensive knowledge.
**Interviewer**: You mentioned robotic pancreatic surgery. For our viewers unfamiliar with this procedure, could you elaborate on its benefits?
**Dr. Saint-Marc**: Robotic surgery, in general, allows for minimally invasive techniques. This means smaller incisions, less scarring, and faster recovery times for patients. In pancreatic surgery, which can be quite complex, these advantages are particularly important.
**Interviewer**: How long has Orléans University Hospital been utilizing robotic surgery?
**Dr. Saint-Marc**: We began incorporating robotic surgery into our practice about five years ago. It’s been an exciting journey, requiring not only an investment in the technology itself, which can be substantial, but also in training our surgical team and fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing.
**Interviewer**: It sounds like a significant commitment.
**Dr. Saint-Marc**: It is indeed. But the benefits to our patients make it worthwhile. We’re constantly striving to provide the most advanced and least invasive surgical options available.
**Interviewer**: Thank you for shedding light on these exciting developments in surgery, Dr. Saint-Marc.
**Dr. Saint-Marc**: You’re most welcome.
