Robotic Surgery Takes its First Steps in Tunisia
The Charles Nicolle University Hospital has made history in the country by performing notable interventions on December 18 and 19, 2025.
A Milestone in Robotic Surgery
On Friday, December 19, the hospital successfully performed the first robotic surgical extraction of the prostate in Tunisia. The day before, two renal tumors were removed while preserving the kidneys, and a complete extraction was performed in another clinical case. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, the hospital has taken a decisive step in surgical care.
Strategic Orientation and Technical Expertise
Beyond the technical achievement, these successes illustrate the hospital's strategic orientation towards the progressive adoption of robotic surgery, now considered a standard in the most advanced healthcare systems. This approach reduces risks and complications, improving the quality of care and patient comfort. It also testifies to the high level of competence of Tunisian medical and paramedical teams.
Supervision and Coordination
According to a statement from the Ministry of Health, these interventions were carried out under the supervision of Professor Riyadh Ben Salameh, head of the surgical team, and Professor Alia Jabri, head of the anesthesiology and intensive care department. By closely coordinating medical and paramedical teams, the officials ensured the smooth execution of the operations.
Reinforcing Tunisia's Position in High-Tech Surgery
The country has once again strengthened its position in the field of high-tech surgery. This achievement demonstrates the hospital's commitment to providing innovative and high-quality care to its patients.
Source: Ministry of Health
