A'suwaiq: A'Suwaiq Hospital recently succeeded in conducting the first laparoscopic colon resection in its history. The surgery set a milestone in the hospital's medical achievements. It was the outcome of rapid development in the hospital's facilities, helping it keep pace with updates in surgical specializations. According to Oman News Agency, Dr. Hatim Dhiab Al Saadi, Director of A'Suwaiq Hospital, stated that the surgery lasted three hours and was conducted in accordance with approved medical standards. He added that the patient's condition was clinically stable and was discharged from the hospital on the fourth day after the surgery. Dr. Hatim noted that the surgery is significant as it marks a new accomplishment in providing specialized surgical care within North Al Batinah Governorate. He pointed out that the hospital has brought this type of specialized surgery closer to the local community, whereas previously, patients from North Al Batinah and South Al Batinah governorates had to travel to Muscat for this service. The success of the laparoscopic colon resection at A'Suwaiq Hospital also indicates a high level of integration and institutional cooperation with the specialized team of the Royal Hospital. Dr. Hatim mentioned that this initiative contributes to the principle of decentralization in health services. Dr. Hatim explained that the operation was performed by qualified national staff from A'Suwaiq Hospital, assisted by a specialized surgical team from the Royal Hospital. He emphasized that this cooperation is part of a vision to transfer expertise from larger health institutions and to enhance the sustainability of such advanced surgeries within each health establishment. Discussing future plans, Dr. Hatim said that A'Suwaiq Hospital aims to expand its advanced endoscopic surgeries to include upper and lower gastrointestinal surgeries, liver and pancreas surgeries, as well as orthopedic and pediatric surgeries. He added that the hospital's plans align with a strategic vision aimed at developin g specialized services, raising the efficiency of national cadres, and enhancing the quality of healthcare provided to the local community.