Northeast Philadelphia — (February 5, 2021): Nazareth Hospital now offers state-of-the-art surgical technology with the recent acquisition of the da Vinci Xi Surgical System. This new surgical system features three-dimensional, high definition visualization and allows for enhanced dexterity and greater precision and control for the surgeon. Robotic-assisted surgery is minimally invasive and can reduce a patient’s time in the hospital.
 
Board-certified, robotically trained surgeon Dr. Omer Nasir, who also serves as the Medical Director of the Robotic Program at Nazareth, successfully performed the hospital’s first-ever robotic procedure using the new Xi to treat an inguinal hernia. 
 
“This is a significant investment for both our hospital and community,” said Michael Magro, DO, MBA, FACOI, President of Nazareth Hospital. “By acquiring the da Vinci Xi robot, we've greatly expanded our surgical services for minimally-invasive surgeries. Introducing the latest technology for surgical procedures means Northeast Philadelphia residents can now access the most advanced life-saving procedures right here at Nazareth.”
 
"I am excited to use the da Vinci Xi Robot,” said Dr. Nasir. “It is a clear advancement in minimally invasive technology and will allow us to safely perform more complex procedures and apply robotic surgery to an increasing patient population."
 
By enabling efficient access throughout the abdomen and chest, the da Vinci Xi System expands upon core da Vinci System features, including wristed instruments, 3D-HD visualization, intuitive motion, and an ergonomic design.
 
Today, a team of highly trained and experienced surgeons at Nazareth can perform many different types of robotically assisted procedures including prostatectomy, hernia repair and bariatric surgery. Over time, Nazareth will continue to expand the latest technology and service offerings across different subspecialties, such as gynecology and thoracic procedures.
 
For more information, call 1.866.NAZARETH or visit trinityhealthma.org.
 
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About Nazareth Hospital
Founded in 1940, Nazareth Hospital is guided by its Catholic-health core values of reverence, stewardship, integrity, justice and commitment to the underserved. Located in Northeast Philadelphia, and with 205 licensed beds and 28 skilled nursing beds, Nazareth Hospital is a community teaching hospital and provides a full array of healthcare services, including emergency care, surgery, vascular services, wound care services, cardiac care, orthopedic and rehabilitation services, and cancer care. Nazareth Hospital is a nationally certified Primary Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center and has earned national accreditations for heart failure care and PCI. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is a Regional Health System that includes Mercy Catholic Medical Center – Mercy Fitzgerald Campus in Darby, Pa.; Mercy Catholic Medical Center – Mercy Philadelphia Campus in West Philadelphia; Nazareth Hospital in Northeast Philadelphia; Saint Francis Healthcare in Wilmington, Del.; St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, Pa. and home health and LIFE programs. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is a member of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation.

About Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic
Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is a Regional Health System that includes Mercy Catholic Medical Center – Mercy Fitzgerald Campus in Darby, Pa.; Mercy Catholic Medical Center – Mercy Philadelphia Campus in West Philadelphia; Nazareth Hospital in Northeast Philadelphia; Saint Francis Healthcare in Wilmington, Del.; St. Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, Pa., and home health and LIFE programs throughout the region. These entities include hospitals, associated clinics, medical offices, specialized facilities, affiliated institutions and foundations serving together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within their communities. Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is a member of Trinity Health.