Madrid: An internal resident in the Urology Department at ROC Clinic and HM Sanchinarro University Hospital in Madrid, Dr. Ghali Belkahia participated in the successful completion of the first robotic radical cystectomy performed with the da Vinci Single Port system in Spain. This technical feat had only been operated on twice before in Europe.
According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, this operation was part of a latest-generation minimally invasive surgery program and marks a turning point in the treatment of invasive bladder cancer, a significant challenge in oncological urology, as noted by Dr. Ricardo Brime, head of the hospital’s Robotic Surgery Unit. The da Vinci SP robot, which allows access to complex anatomical areas through a single incision, reduces risks, pain, and recovery times.
Dr. Belkahia described this advancement as a foundational experience for him, both humanly and professionally. “Participating in this innovative surgery means touching the future of medicine. It’s experiencing from wit
hin a technological revolution that places patient safety and comfort at the center of the surgical act,” he told MAP. He also expressed pride in representing Morocco in Europe’s advanced operating rooms, contributing to global medical excellence while staying connected to his roots.
Trained at Complutense University of Madrid, and holding a master’s in medical knowledge integration from the Catholic University of Murcia, Dr. Belkahia exemplifies a generation of Moroccan doctors known for rigorous training, scientific curiosity, and international openness. His career boasts several honorary distinctions, including awards for scientific communication and contributions at prominent medical congresses.
Dr. Vital Hevia, a specialist in uro-oncology, affirmed Dr. Belkahia’s competence by noting his role in key steps of the urinary diversion during the complex intervention, highlighting both his high level of training and the confidence placed in him by the medical community. An active member of several renowned
medical institutions, Dr. Belkahia also shows commitment to sharing knowledge and best practices.
His participation in this landmark operation underscores the increasing influence of Moroccans globally in medical research and surgical innovation. Dr. Belkahia is determined to continue his journey in cutting-edge medical environments, recognizing the potential of Moroccan doctors in advancing health and surgical innovation. In a constantly evolving medical world, his name is now among those shaping the medicine of tomorrow, with humility and ambition.