Khoula Hospital Leads the Gulf in Advanced Scoliosis Surgery with Cutting-Edge Robotic Technology
Khoula Hospital has become a regional leader in scoliosis (spinal curvature) treatment, launching an advanced surgical program that reduces the need for patients in Oman to travel abroad. Since its first operations in 2012, the program has achieved remarkable success thanks to Omani medical expertise and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.
Key Highlights of the Program
- Start and Development
- The scoliosis surgery program began in 2012.
- Continuous growth driven by national efforts to localize complex medical procedures.
- Early Scoliosis Treatment for Children
- Introduced in 2024 for younger patients.
- Over 50 successful cases completed locally.
- Reduced financial and emotional strain on patients and families.
- Regional Leadership
- Among the highest treatment rates in the Gulf region.
- One of the few specialized centers in the Middle East offering advanced scoliosis surgeries.
- Cutting-Edge Surgical Technology
- Intraoperative nerve monitoring for safety.
- Advanced spinal fixation systems.
- Surgical navigation technologies for precision.
- Robotic-assisted spine surgery, especially for pediatric cases.
- Research and Innovation
- Dedicated documentation unit for treatment records.
- Collaboration with artificial intelligence (AI) to develop early screening programs in schools.
- Goal: detect scoliosis earlier and reduce the need for complex surgeries.
- National Medical Training
- Investment in training Omani medical teams through local and international programs.
- Workshops, conferences, and fellowships to ensure global standards of care.
- Patient-Centered Care
- Focus on reducing recovery times.
- Adoption of advanced techniques to minimize complications.
- Aim to help patients return to daily life faster and healthier.
- Future Vision
- Goal to become a regional referral center for spine surgery.
- Lead the Middle East in advanced scoliosis treatment with Omani expertise.
