Second cath lab opens at Cromwell Hospital
Cromwell Hospital is delighted to announce the opening of two new cath labs in 2025, expanding access to angiography services.
Both labs are equipped with advanced Philips Azurion systems: our first cath lab features the Azurion bi-plane system, while the second – which officially opened on Monday 3 November – is fitted with the Azurion 7 single-plane system.
With the recent closure of several cath labs across London, we understand some cardiologists may be seeking a new location for their cases. We would be pleased to support your practice and offer access to our state-of-the-art facilities.
For more information or to book, please contact Carola Nane, Theatre and Cath Lab Scheduling Manager, at [email protected].
Cromwell Hospital performs first single-port robotic colorectal surgery in London
Cromwell Hospital has achieved another major milestone in robotic-assisted surgery, becoming the first centre in London to perform a single-port robotic colorectal procedure using the da Vinci Single Port (SP) system.
The landmark procedure was successfully carried out by Mr Ahmed Karim, Consultant Colorectal Surgeon, making him the first colorectal surgeon in London trained in single-port robotic-assisted surgery.
This advancement builds on Cromwell Hospital’s pioneering record in robotic innovation. The hospital was the first in the UK to perform gynaecology and hepato-pancreato-biliary (HPB) surgery using the da Vinci SP platform and has now expanded its programme to include colorectal surgery, placing it at the forefront of minimally invasive surgical care.
Mr Ahmed Karim commented: “Performing the first single-port robotic-assisted colorectal surgery in London marks an exciting step forward for patients and colorectal care. Single-port technology offers a less invasive option with faster recovery and minimal scarring. I am proud to introduce this advanced technique and to support the continued development of robotic surgery at Cromwell Hospital.”
Dr Timothy Crook and Datar Cancer Genetics host session at ESMO Congress 2025
Dr Timothy Crook, Consultant Medical Oncologist at Cromwell Hospital, and Datar Cancer Genetics recently hosted a special “Precision Oncology: Meet the Experts” session at the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO) Annual Congress, which was held in Berlin, Germany from 17 to 21 October.
As the leading professional organisation for medical oncology, ESMO’s Annual Congress is the most influential global platform for clinicians, researchers, patient advocates, journalists, and healthcare industry professionals.
The “Meet the Experts” session offered a unique platform for clinicians and researchers worldwide to engage with the specialists, exchanging insights and experiences on the rapidly evolving landscape of cancer genomics. Among the many significant research advances presented, highlights included:
- exosomal miRNA analysis for enhanced breast cancer classification
- AI-powered circulating tumor cell (CTC) detection
- comprehensive genomic profiling in gliomas
Dr Vineet Datta, Senior Director of Global Strategy at Datar Cancer Genetics, said: “These new findings reflect our sustained efforts in advancing translational and clinical research that supports better understanding of the genomic landscape. These publications intend to support more effective decision making across the cancer management pathway including better therapy selection and cancer monitoring.”
Wishing Dr Andrew Palmer a happy retirement
After more than 25 years of dedicated service, we bid a fond farewell to Dr Andrew Palmer as he retires from his role as Consultant Nephrologist at Cromwell Hospital.
Since joining us in 1998, Dr Palmer has been an integral part of the renal team and a highly respected member of our consultant community. His expertise, professionalism, and unwavering commitment to patient care have touched the lives of countless patients and colleagues alike.
Dr Palmer will be greatly missed by all who have had the privilege of working alongside him. We extend our deepest gratitude for his exceptional contribution and wish him a happy, healthy, and fulfilling retirement.
