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Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
AdventHealth Tampa first in region to perform colorectal surgery using da Vinci SP robot
TAMPA, Fla., June 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- AdventHealth Tampa is now the first hospital in the Tampa Bay region to successfully perform a transabdominal colorectal surgery using the da Vinci SP (single port) robot, taking the next step forward in providing minimally invasive colorectal procedures. The FDA recently approved this technology for colorectal surgeries, expanding the robot's use beyond its previously approved specialties of urology and head and neck procedures. Dr. Ahmed Allawi, colorectal surgeon at AdventHealth Tampa, performed a partial colectomy (bowel resection) using the SP robot. Before now, surgeons have only performed this procedure in Florida at a limited number of hospitals in Orlando and Miami. "Single port robotic surgery advances the benefits of conventional robotic surgery by allowing surgeons to operate through a single, small incision," Dr. Allawi said. "This not only minimizes scarring and post-operative pain but also reduces the risk of complications and speeds up recovery time. This offers patients a more efficient and cosmetically appealing surgical experience without compromising precision or control." The da Vinci SP robot enables surgeons to perform complex procedures through a single incision using a single-arm design that allows 360° access, along with better visibility, dexterity and accuracy, particularly in tight spaces such as the pelvis, where the colon is located. The use of the SP robot for colorectal procedures opens the door for further innovation in robotic-assisted gastrointestinal surgeries and showcases AdventHealth Tampa's ongoing commitment to adopting the latest advancements in surgical technology. For more information, visit or The Digestive Health Institute page. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE AdventHealth West Florida Division Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Iraqi News
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
PM's Advisor: The Arab Media Conference Reflects the Iraqi Media Network's Success in Strengthening Arab Cooperation
Baghdad – INA Prime Minister's Advisor Hussein Allawi affirmed on Thursday that holding the Fourth Arab Media Conference in Baghdad reflects the success of the Iraqi Media Network and its communication with Arab countries and corresponding official media institutions. He pointed out that the Iraqi Media Network promotes the country's tourism and historical heritage to promote stability and support the country's tourism sector. Allawi told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "Following the success of the Arab, economic, and development summits hosted by Baghdad, there is now significant success being capitalized on by Iraqi state institutions, most notably the Iraqi Media Network by holding the Fourth Arab Media Conference in cooperation with the Arab Broadcasting Union." He explained that "holding this conference demonstrates the success of the Iraqi Media Network's work and its communication with Arab countries and official media networks and institutions in Arab countries." He added, "The conference is part of the Iraqi Media Network's efforts to discuss recent developments in the media world, Iraqi-Arab media cooperation, and the paths of media partnership in Arab programs and policies. It also addresses challenges on social media, combats extremism and violence, and other challenges facing Arab public opinion." He pointed out that "the conference discusses partnerships in shaping Arab public opinion through joint programs and training, women's empowerment, and support for young people working in the media sector, both in Iraq and in Arab countries. It also includes initiatives that focus on positive media images, improving content on social media, developing programs, and addressing public opinion in the Arab world." Regarding the conference's coincidence with the announcement of Baghdad as the Arab Tourism Capital, Allawi explained, "This coincidence is very important and comes within the framework of marketing stability and the state's support for the tourism sector." He noted that "the selection of Baghdad as the Arab Tourism Capital represents an important milestone." He continued, "The Iraqi Media Network has worked to market and promote tourism facilities and the great historical heritage that spans seven thousand years," noting that "Iraq has been able to transform security challenges into a major opportunity after the victory of our armed forces over terrorist organizations."
Shafaq News
10-04-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
‘Outright lies': Allawi rejects former regime payoff allegations
Shafaq News/ On Thursday, the office of Ayad Allawi, Secretary-General of the Al-Wifaq Al-Watani party, rejected allegations that he paid a former Saddam Hussein regime official in exchange for electoral support. According to the office's statement, the accusations were aired by journalist Hamid Abdullah during his program Wa Tilka Al-Ayyam ('Those Days'), citing a book allegedly authored by a former bodyguard of Saddam Hussein. Allawi's office denounced the claims as baseless and defamatory, calling them 'outright lies with no connection to reality, intended to damage Dr. Allawi's reputation.' The statement also criticized the program for presenting unverified claims as fact, describing the approach as a 'serious breach of journalistic ethics, particularly when addressing respected national figures.' Allawi's office also emphasized that his political record is 'transparent and well-documented,' warning that legal steps would be taken against those spreading false information. 'We urge media outlets to act responsibly and ensure the accuracy of their reporting when referencing public figures,' the statement concluded.
