Regular Press Conference Held on September 16, 2026
Kyushu University Hospital held its regular press conference on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
The press conference is held periodically for members of the media to share information about the hospital’s latest initiatives and research achievements.

The following presentations were given at this session:

●Demonstrating Remote Operation of a Surgical Support Robot between Kyushu University Hospital and Beppu Hospital via IOWN® APN
— Vascular Anastomosis Using Sutures Thinner Than One-Tenth the Width of a Human Hair, Controlled from 110 km Away — 
Presenter: 
Professor Eiji Oki, Center for Integration of Advanced Medical Life Science Innovative Technology

●Report on DMAT, DPAT, and JDAT Support Activities in Areas Affected by the 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake
Presenters:
Assistant Professor Shuntaro Matsunaga, Emergency and Critical Care Center
Clinical Lecturer Ayako Ohashi, Department of Neuro-Psychiatry
Lecturer Hideyuki Takano, Department of Geriatric Dentistry ＆ Perioperative Oral Care Center

●Fukuoka Tower Illuminated to Commemorate World Patient Safety Day
Presenter:
Professor Shin Ushiro
Associate Director of the Hospital / Director of the Department of Medical Safety Management

Kyushu University Hospital will continue to actively share information about its initiatives and achievements with the public.