Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center announced the acquisition and official launch of the Toumai Endoscopic Single-Port Robotic Surgical System on 12 May.
Following official approval from the Philippine Food and Drug Administration (FDA), this innovation marks a transformative step forward for minimally invasive surgery, reinforcing CGHMC's commitment to world-class patient care, surgical precision, and medical innovation, now brought to the Philippines.
The Toumai Single-Port Robotic Surgical System is designed to enhance surgical precision while further minimizing invasiveness and improving recovery for patients undergoing urologic, gynecologic, and general surgical procedures.
The system utilizes a single-entry point, which further reduces surgical trauma, minimizes postoperative pain, shortens hospital stays, and promotes faster recovery for patients.
Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center said the launch represents a transformative step in its mission to deliver world-class healthcare.
CGHMC President and CEO Mr. Kelly Sia proudly announced the technology for Filipinos, highlighting it as the latest cutting-edge surgical intervention.
Special guests included CGHMC board member Alberto Tan Lee, Urology Chief Dr. Jason Letran, Health Secretary Teodoro Herbosa, H.E. Ambassador Jing Quan, Chairman Antonio Tan, Benito Goyokpin, Wesley Wee, Mr. Florante Dy, and Medical Director Dr. Samuel Ang.
Sec. Herbosa and Chinese Ambassador HE Jing Quan, who spoke at the event, underscored the acquisition of the single-port robotic system, including the growing medical collaboration between the Philippines and China.
The technology also recognizes this milestone as a reflection of the country's continuing advancement in healthcare innovation and surgical excellence.
This historic achievement further strengthens CGHMC's role as a leader in medical innovation through continued investments in advanced technologies that support compassionate, patient-centered, and high-quality care.
The introduction of the Toumai Single-Port Robotic Surgical System reflects the institution's vision of combining cutting-edge science with clinical excellence to elevate the future of surgery in the Philippines.