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CMR Surgical and M.E.D. Surgical partner to bring Versius to Ireland
Dublin, Ireland – 23rd January 2023. CMR Surgical (CMR) – the global surgical robotics business – and M.E.D Surgical – one of Irelands leading distributors of specialist medical devices – have today announced an agreement to bring the next-generation Surgical Robotic System, Versius®, to Ireland.
In Ireland, robots have been used in soft-tissue surgery since 2008. They are employed to support surgeons to perform minimally invasive procedures, which have significant patient benefits including less pain and risk of infection, as well as reduced post-operative recovery time[1]. While historically use of robots has been predominantly limited to private clinics and major teaching hospitals in Ireland, CMR is committed to broadening access to this next-generation technology through its versatile system and flexible commercial model.
CMR’s system, Versius, is the only small, portable, and modular surgical robot on the market which means that it can work in virtually any hospital setting and operating room. With its small footprint and lightweight design, Versius can be easily moved between departments so hospitals can maximise its utilisation, which can be critical for many centres adopting new technologies.
David Laheen, Head of Sales at M.E.D. Surgical, comments: “We are proud to have a healthcare sector that globally leads the way in the adoption of new technology. With CMR’s Versius robot and our expertise in the Irish market, we believe the introduction of Versius will offer all surgeons and hospitals the opportunity to transform how surgery is performed.”
Surgical robots have become well-established for their use in prostate cancer surgery; however, they are now increasingly being adopted for a broader range of surgical specialties including benign and complex benign gynaecology, colorectal and general surgery. Through using Versius as part of a multi-specialty robotics programme and converting more cases to minimal access procedures, hospitals have been found to save up to 450 bed days annually. 2
Ana Raduc, UK and Ireland General Manager for CMR Surgical, adds: “This is an exciting step for CMR as we continue to make robotic assisted surgery more widely accessible to patients around the world. We look forward to partnering with hospitals, surgeons and surgical teams in Ireland to bring our highly versatile and digital solution to the operating room.”
This announcement follows the recent news that Versius has now been installed in over 100 hospitals globally, including several NHS hospitals and world-renowned centres across Europe.
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Versius® resets expectations of robotic surgery. Versius fits into virtually any operating room set-up and integrates seamlessly into existing workflows, increasing the likelihood of robotic minimal access surgery (MAS). The small, portable and modular design of Versius allows the surgeon to only use the number of arms needed for a given procedure.
Biomimicking the human arm, Versius gives surgeons the choice of optimised port placement alongside the dexterity and accuracy of small fully-wristed instruments. With 3D HD vision, easy-to adopt instrument control and a choice of ergonomic working positions, the open surgeon console has the potential to reduce stress and fatigue and allows for clear communication with the surgical team. By thinking laparoscopically and operating robotically with Versius, patients, surgeons and healthcare professionals can all benefit from the value that robotic MAS brings.
But it’s more than just a robot. Versius captures meaningful data with its wider digital ecosystem to support a surgeon’s continuous learning. Through the Versius Connect app, Versius Trainer and CMR clinical registry, Versius unleashes a wealth of insights to ultimately improve surgical care.
CMR Surgical (CMR) is a global medical devices company dedicated to transforming surgery with Versius®, a next-generation surgical robot.
Headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, CMR is committed to working with surgeons, surgical teams and hospital partners, to provide an optimal tool to make robotic minimal access surgery universally accessible and affordable. With Versius, we are on a mission to redefine the surgical robotics market with practical, innovative technology and data that can improve surgical care.
Founded in 2014, CMR Surgical is private limited company backed by an international shareholder base.
Headquartered in Dublin, M.E.D. Surgical are involved in the distribution of specialist medical products in over 12 specialities.
Representing global brand leaders such as Zeiss, Johnson & Johnson, Teleflex, BK Ultrasound and most recently CMR Surgical.
Our mission is to provide best in-class service across all areas of expertise, ensuring our customers receive a level of service that not only meets but exceeds their expectations.
[1] EUR Urol, Journal of Endourology, BMJ.
2 Milton Keynes University Hospital: Versius® Robotic Assisted Surgery Case Study February 2022
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