NaoTrac Robot leads the way in robotic neurosurgery in Bolivia, achieving successful brain tumor biopsies.

WellnessNewsph | Bolivia achieved a significant milestone in neurosurgery at Hospital Arcoiris in Hsinchu. Two successful brain tumor biopsy surgeries were performed using NaoTrac, the world’s first autonomous surgical navigation robot. Led by Dr. Mirko Mantilla, an experienced neurosurgeon, these groundbreaking surgeries resulted in precise and safe extraction of biopsy tissue, offering hope for improved patient outcomes in Bolivia. Dr. Mantilla expressed confidence in the impact of NaoTrac, stating, “Having NaoTrac here will revolutionize recovery and benefit countless patients in need.”

Hospital Arcoiris is at the forefront of providing top-notch medical care to all Bolivians. Through a pioneering social surgery program, the hospital offers cutting-edge neurosurgical procedures using the NaoTrac robotic system at little to no cost, particularly for underserved communities. This initiative demonstrates a commitment to enhancing the lives of those in need and ensuring that advanced healthcare technology is accessible to all. The collaboration between Brain Navi and Hospital Arcoiris aims to bring advanced neurosurgical procedures, such as stroke treatment, neuroendoscopy, deep brain stimulation, and stereotactic EEG, to Bolivia.

Nelson Farfan Espada, Brain Navi’s Managing Director for Latin America, worked closely with distributor ICERLAB S.R.L. and Hospital Arcoiris to make this groundbreaking initiative a reality. He believes that this program will greatly benefit the people of Bolivia by providing access to world-class medical care and the opportunity for healthier futures through precision medicine.

Brain Navi Biotechnology, a leading Taiwanese surgical robotic company, specializes in innovative navigation and robotic surgery technologies. Their Surface Mapping Auto-Registration Technology (SMART) integrates machine vision, robotics, and artificial recognition for streamlined surgical procedures and real-time imaging. NaoTrac’s swift patient registration and automatic surgical instrument registration allow surgeons to plan trajectories effortlessly, ensuring precise autonomous navigation toward the target.

Hospital Arcoiris, a non-profit healthcare institution in La Paz, Bolivia, is dedicated to delivering high-quality medical care to underserved and vulnerable communities. Founded with a mission to serve those in need, the hospital offers a range of medical services, including specialized care and community outreach programs like mobile clinics and telemedicine.

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