In a landmark moment for Pakistan and the global medical field, Professor Dr. Arshad Abro of Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences (LUHMS) has successfully performed the world’s first remote robotic surgery on a cancer patient based in Shanghai—while operating from Dubai.
This historic procedure marks a major breakthrough in the use of telemedicine and robotic technology, demonstrating how surgical care can transcend borders through innovation. Dr. Abro’s operation showcases the potential of real-time, cross-continental medical intervention using high-precision robotic systems.
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The patient, undergoing treatment for cancer, reportedly responded well to the surgery. Medical experts have hailed the achievement as a step forward in making advanced medical procedures accessible even in geographically distant or underserved regions.
Dr. Abro’s accomplishment places Pakistan on the global map of high-tech medical innovation, earning praise from both national and international health professionals.
