Robot Performs Pioneering Surgeries in Spain, Marked by Use of NaoTrac Technology
First Installation of NaoTrac Neurosurgical Navigation Robot in a Spanish Hospital
In early August 2025, the first installation of the NaoTrac neurosurgical navigation robot took place in a Spanish hospital [1][2]. This significant milestone marks Spain's initial surgeries performed using this advanced system, which has been praised for its high precision, intuitive design, and user-friendliness [1].
The collaboration between Brain Navi Biotechnology and Palex Healthcare, a local medical technology partner, is rooted in a shared commitment to bring state-of-the-art surgical solutions to Spanish healthcare [1]. Eulàlia Llopis, General Manager of the Hospital Area at Palex, emphasized their mission to "bring advanced medical technology closer to those who need it" [1].
The installation of NaoTrac offers several key benefits:
- Improved Surgical Precision: NaoTrac provides advanced navigation and real-time tracking during neurosurgical procedures, enhancing the accuracy of surgeries.
- Enhanced Efficiency: The system's intuitive interface and streamlined workflow contribute to increased efficiency for surgical teams.
- Better Patient Care Outcomes: The greater accuracy and minimized risks during surgery lead to improved patient care outcomes.
- Support for Clinicians: NaoTrac empowers clinicians with cutting-edge technology that enhances their decision-making and execution of complex procedures [1].
Looking ahead, this installation serves as a foundation for expanding the use of NaoTrac in more Spanish hospitals and potentially other medical centers globally. It also opens up opportunities for integrating the robot with other neurosurgical techniques to improve outcomes in various brain surgeries. Furthermore, ongoing innovation in neurosurgical navigation technology may incorporate AI enhancements and broader clinical applications [1].
Spain holds great promise as a hub for neurosurgical innovation, according to Carles Calaf, Director of the Neurosciences Business Unit at Palex Healthcare. The SENEC Congress, Spain's leading annual event for neurosurgery, gathered experts from across the country to share the latest scientific advances and clinical innovations in neurosurgery [1].
In conclusion, NaoTrac’s installation in Spain represents a significant step forward in neurosurgical navigation, combining technological advancement with practical clinical benefits that can lead to widespread adoption [1][2].
Science and technology converge as the NaoTrac neurosurgical navigation robot, praised for its precision and user-friendliness, is integrated with AI enhancements and other neurosurgical techniques, promising to revolutionize health-and-wellness outcomes for patients with medical-conditions in Spain and beyond. This progressive fusion of science and technology in neurosurgery could propel Spain into a leading global role, especially with ongoing innovations and the annual SENEC Congress sharing scientific advances and clinical innovations in neurosurgery.
