HOUSTON (Covering Katy News) — A full year has passed since Carlos Gutierrez made medical history as the inaugural patient to receive minimally invasive robotic heart surgery at Houston Methodist West Hospital in the Katy area.
The innovative robotic-assisted cardiac procedure enabled Gutierrez to resume his passion for travel, golf, and soccer with significantly reduced recovery time compared to conventional open-heart operations, which typically require up to six months of healing.
Following a 2021 diagnosis of severe coronary artery blockages and angina chest pain, Gutierrez managed his heart disease through medications and lifestyle modifications for two years. However, his cardiovascular symptoms continued to interfere with his quality of life…