At Kameda Medical Center, the third Saturday of every month is our dedicated “Urology Surgery Day.”

As expected, the operating rooms were in full swing from early morning.

✅ Total Surgeries: 10 Cases in One Day

Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP): 2 cases Transurethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT): 2 cases Laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy (LSC): 2 cases Circumcision: 2 cases Flexible ureteroscopic stone removal (fTUL): 1 case Urethral caruncle excision: 1 case

🏥 Why Saturdays?

There are many reasons why patients prefer surgery on Saturdays:

Busy with work during the week Traveling from Tokyo or other distant areas Easier to coordinate pre-op and post-op care Prefer day surgery or short hospital stays

Our weekend surgery program aligns well with the needs of patients balancing work and family life.

🔧 OR “Reserved” for Urology

On this day, the OR was almost fully booked with urology procedures — essentially a “private session” for the urology team.

From morning until evening, surgeries proceeded non-stop, smoothly and safely.

This would not be possible without the incredible support from our anesthesia team, nurses, and clinical engineers. Their coordination and expertise deserve the highest praise.

👨‍⚕️ A Great Opportunity to Train Young Urologists

These intensive surgery days also provide valuable time to operate alongside younger doctors.

We take the time to teach and refine each surgical step, ensuring that our residents steadily improve their skills.

Watching their growth and confidence build is one of the most rewarding aspects of this work.

✨ Closing Thoughts

While 10 surgeries in a single day may sound overwhelming, with a skilled and well-organized team, it becomes a productive and fulfilling experience — both for patients and medical staff.

Weekend surgeries like this represent a modern and flexible approach to healthcare.

We will continue to provide safe, high-quality surgical care while nurturing the next generation of urologists.