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Glasgow Times
02-07-2025
- Health
- Glasgow Times
Ross Hall Hospital rolls out robotic knee surgery system
Ross Hall Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is said to be the only private hospital in Scotland to offer the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution. Developed by Johnson & Johnson MedTech, the system is designed to improve patient outcomes with shorter hospital stays and greater post-surgery mobility. Mhairi Jefferies, executive director of Ross Hall Hospital, said: "We are delighted to be working with Johnson & Johnson MedTech to deploy the VELYS system at Ross Hall Hospital. Read more: Vile rapist sentenced after preying on two young girls "We know our patients are looking for faster recovery times and an improved quality of life post-surgery. "The arrival of this system promises to offer our patients the latest and best technology on their doorstep." The VELYS system works exclusively with the ATTUNE Knee System and is designed to improve post-operative stability and movement by preserving soft tissue around the knee joint. It uses CT-free technology to assist surgeons in placing implants more accurately, aiming for more predictable outcomes and a quicker return to mobility. The first procedure using the new technology was carried out on April 23.
Yahoo
02-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
New robotic technology launched in Glasgow hospital for knee replacements
A Glasgow-based private hospital has launched new robotic technology for knee replacement surgery. Ross Hall Hospital, part of Circle Health Group, is said to be the only private hospital in Scotland to offer the VELYS Robotic-Assisted Solution. Developed by Johnson & Johnson MedTech, the system is designed to improve patient outcomes with shorter hospital stays and greater post-surgery mobility. Mhairi Jefferies, executive director of Ross Hall Hospital, said: "We are delighted to be working with Johnson & Johnson MedTech to deploy the VELYS system at Ross Hall Hospital. Read more: Vile rapist sentenced after preying on two young girls "We know our patients are looking for faster recovery times and an improved quality of life post-surgery. "The arrival of this system promises to offer our patients the latest and best technology on their doorstep." The VELYS system works exclusively with the ATTUNE Knee System and is designed to improve post-operative stability and movement by preserving soft tissue around the knee joint. It uses CT-free technology to assist surgeons in placing implants more accurately, aiming for more predictable outcomes and a quicker return to mobility. The first procedure using the new technology was carried out on April 23.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Darlington hospital drops in to help support the air ambulance - raising £10k
A CAMPAIGN by hospital staff to support the Great North Air Ambulance has really taken off. Woodlands Hospital, in Darlington, chose the air ambulance as its charity of the year for 2024 and raised £10,720 with a range of activities, including sponsorship of the charity ball, and Easter and Christmas fundraising extravaganzas. The cheque was handed over to the life-saving charity during a celebration day for its commercial partners. Woodlands, part of Circle Health Group, is now one of GNAA's commercial partners, with the hospital's logo displayed on the back of a critical care response vehicle for a year. (Image: Woodlands Hospital) The hospital's long-serving Executive Director, Debbie Dobbs, said: 'The Great North Air Ambulance carries out priceless work in our region and, as a hospital embedded in the local community, it is a charity which aligns with our own values. (Image: Woodlands Hospital)Recommended reading: Darlington dad praises building society for support of childhood cancer research First look at £13m County Durham housing development creating 30 jobs Concerns over Darlington's child poverty "shame" affecting hundreds of families 'Our staff really embraced the charity and we are all thrilled to have broken the £10,000 mark for such a great cause.' During the celebration day, supporters were thanked by Dean Abbott, whose life was saved by the air ambulance after a motorcycle accident in August 2010. The hospital staff have chosen St Teresa's Hospice as their charity for 2025.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Darlington hospital drops in to help support the air ambulance - raising £10k
A CAMPAIGN by hospital staff to support the Great North Air Ambulance has really taken off. Woodlands Hospital, in Darlington, chose the air ambulance as its charity of the year for 2024 and raised £10,720 with a range of activities, including sponsorship of the charity ball, and Easter and Christmas fundraising extravaganzas. The cheque was handed over to the life-saving charity during a celebration day for its commercial partners. Woodlands, part of Circle Health Group, is now one of GNAA's commercial partners, with the hospital's logo displayed on the back of a critical care response vehicle for a year. (Image: Woodlands Hospital) The hospital's long-serving Executive Director, Debbie Dobbs, said: 'The Great North Air Ambulance carries out priceless work in our region and, as a hospital embedded in the local community, it is a charity which aligns with our own values. (Image: Woodlands Hospital)Recommended reading: Darlington dad praises building society for support of childhood cancer research First look at £13m County Durham housing development creating 30 jobs Concerns over Darlington's child poverty "shame" affecting hundreds of families 'Our staff really embraced the charity and we are all thrilled to have broken the £10,000 mark for such a great cause.' During the celebration day, supporters were thanked by Dean Abbott, whose life was saved by the air ambulance after a motorcycle accident in August 2010. The hospital staff have chosen St Teresa's Hospice as their charity for 2025.
Zawya
14-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
PureHealth records 78% higher net profits in 2024
Abu Dhabi: PureHealth Holding recorded 78% year-on-year (YoY) higher net profits at AED 1.71 billion in 2024, compared to AED 964.95 million, according to the financial results. Basic and diluted earnings per share (EPS) increased to AED 0.15 last year from AED 0.10 in 2023. Revenues hiked by 58% to AED 25.84 billion as of 31 December 2024, driven by robust growth across its core segments, including Hospitals, Insurance and Procurement. Hamad Al Hammadi, Chairman of PureHealth, commented: "This year, we significantly expanded our global presence with key acquisitions, strengthened our operational capabilities, and advanced our mission to redefine healthcare excellence." Shaista Asif, Group CEO at PureHealth, said: 'With the acquisition of Circle Health Group in the UK, we extended our world-class care beyond borders, while the integration of Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC) reinforced our expertise in complex, life-saving treatments.' 'As we enter 2025, we remain focused on expanding specialised services, leveraging AI to enhance operational efficiency and advance predictive and personalised care, while accelerating international growth,' Asif noted. During the first nine months (9M) of 2024, PureHealth achieved higher net profits at AED 1.43 billion.
