Thirteen-year-old Toby Peart is among the first in Scotland to undergo robotic brain surgery
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Thirteen-year-old Toby Peart is among the first in Scotland to undergo robotic brain surgery

20 Jul 2026 · Originally published 20 Jul 2026 9/10 Original headline: Boy, 13 one of Scotland's first to undergo innovative brain surgery
Toby Peart from Strathpeffer has become one of the first patients in Scotland to have a brain tumour removed using new 3D exoscope technology at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. While doctors warned of potential risks to his speech and movement, Toby regained mobility within days of the procedure - offering a promising outlook for the use of this high-precision equipment in future complex surgeries.
Source: BBC Scotland Highland
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