Trust seeks to expand robotic-assisted surgeries
The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) plans to expand robotic-assisted surgeries, having already performed 1,500 procedures since 2022, and is negotiating to acquire a third surgical robot. The trust aims to become a leading regional provider for complex cases, including abdominal wall reconstruction and emergency surgeries, citing faster patient recovery and smaller wounds as benefits.
The University Hospitals of Northamptonshire (UHN) is expanding its robotic-assisted surgery program to become a key provider in the region. Since 2022, the trust has conducted 1,500 robotic surgeries for patients with colorectal, urological, head and neck, and gynecological cancers across Northampton General and Kettering General Hospital. The first robot was introduced in March 2022, and a second was added in August 2025, with negotiations underway for a third. Robotic-assisted surgery uses a machine with multiple arms to guide instruments through small incisions, offering precise movements and magnified 3D views for surgeons. The technology allows for smaller wounds and faster healing, according to patient feedback. UHN’s 13 fully trained robotic consultants, along with surgical care practitioners and resident doctors, support these procedures. The trust plans to expand services into complex abdominal wall reconstruction, endometriosis, upper gastrointestinal issues, pelvic floor problems, and selected emergency surgeries. Jamil Ahmed, UHN’s robotic surgery lead, stated that acquiring a third robot will be essential to meet growing demand. Hemant Nemade, the trust’s medical director, emphasized the goal of leading innovative surgical care in the region.
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