February 14, 2024 – HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital is pleased to announce that it has completed a breakthrough procedure using an innovative surgical stapler with staple line reinforcement featuring bioabsorbable technology. Dr. Fernando Bailon, a skilled bariatric surgeon, performed the surgery using this innovative device.
Surgical staplers increase surgical precision, achieve optimal sleeve anatomy, and contribute to more consistent and symmetrical patient outcomes. This represents a major advance in bariatric surgery and is consistent with his HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital's commitment to providing solutions that lead to improved outcomes.
The device used in this procedure underwent a rigorous multisite IDE study in 62 patients, demonstrating its safety, efficacy, and performance comparable to or better than existing devices.
Corey Meade, CEO of HCA Florida Woodmont Hospital, expressed his excitement: This achievement reflects our dedication to advancing surgical approaches and delivering consistent results in bariatric surgery. ”
The surgery using this innovative stapler is an important milestone and reinforces the hospital's commitment to improving patient outcomes.
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About HCA Florida Healthcare
HCA Florida Healthcare, part of HCA Healthcare, is a group of more than 650 affiliated healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, free-standing emergency rooms, and urgent care centers. HCA Florida Healthcare, which will be integrated as a statewide network in 2022, will have approximately 11,000 experienced physicians and his more than 79,000 colleagues working together to provide unbiased, scientific, and patient care to more than 8.6 million patients each year. We provide evidence-based collaborative care. HCA Florida Healthcare is committed to improving more lives in more ways and giving back to the communities we serve. The network has provided more than $848.8 million in unpaid care and donated $2.1 million to community organizations across the state. Additionally, HCA Florida Healthcare provides patients with access to highly trained professionals, including the state's largest cardiovascular network. A strong advocate for the next generation of medical professionals, HCA Florida Healthcare is also a leading supporter of university-based medical programs, training and fellowships throughout the Sunshine State. For more information, visit HCAFloridaHealthcare.com.
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