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appropriate scheduling and directly affects the efficiency and duration of robotic procedures and turn around during the list ensuring maximum theatre utilisation.
l Contributing to patient safety: Theatre Nurses’ expertise in managing robotic systems and maintaining sterile environments reduces the risk of complications.
l Facilitating surgeon learning and mastery: A well-trained Theatre Nurse supports surgeons in adapting to robotic systems, reducing the learning curve and enhancing outcomes.
Conclusion Robotic surgery represents a significant advancement in minimally invasive surgery, but its success relies on the entire surgical team,
not just the surgeon. The theatre team play a critical, yet often underappreciated, role in ensuring the success of these procedures. Their contributions, from preoperative scheduling and setup to postoperative care, are vital. As robotic surgery continues to evolve, the importance of well-trained and competent Theatre Nurses cannot be overstated.
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About the authors
Minija Joseph is a Clinical Lead Nurse, Inpatient Theatres (DH), at King’s College NHS Foundation Trust, London. She is a registered Nurse who trained in India, after which she worked for a number of years at home in India and in Bangladesh. Minija has been involved in the delivery of perioperative care for over 34 years – 25 of which she has spent in the UK. Secondary Authors: Mr Sasindran Ramar Consultant Colorectal Robotic Surgeon, Mr Kawa Omar Consultant Robotic Urology, Kyriakos Bananis, Speciality Registrar, Tosan Okubule HoN, Dr. Anneliese Rigby CD, Johnathan Flett GM
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