Good Samaritan launches robotic-assisted bronchoscopy–first in the state
KEARNEY–CHI Health Good Samaritan is the first in the state to offer a new groundbreaking robotic-assisted bronchoscopy platform. This innovative technology allows for earlier, safer and more accurate diagnoses of lung disease leading to improved patient outcomes.
The new Galaxy system helps physicians navigate more than 90% of the lung, an improvement compared to the 20-30% offered by traditional scopes. Robotic-assisted bronchoscopy also promotes faster patient recovery and lowers the risk of infection by minimizing anesthesia and radiation compared to conventional CT scans.
The new robotic-assisted bronchoscopy technology is launching today (Jan.13) at Good Samaritan. Dr. Michael Talalaev, board-certified critical care pulmonologist, and his team are performing lung nodule screenings throughout the day.
“Traditional bronchoscopy struggles to find and definitively diagnose lung nodules, often requiring repeat procedures. Robotic-assisted precision, advanced imaging and enhanced safety are a game-changer for earlier, more reliable diagnosis,” says Dr. Talalaev. “With the hospital’s strategic vision and our expert team, Good Samaritan is now one of the premier robotic bronchoscopy centers in the state. This means our patients have access to the safest, most accurate, and most advanced technology available.”
More about Dr. Michael Talalaev, DO
Dr. Talalaev, a decorated Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy, specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of lung and respiratory system injuries and diseases. His expertise extends to emergency medicine and providing critical care for severely ill patients in an intensive care unit setting. Dr. Talalaev also possesses advanced clinical training from an ACGME-accredited Pulmonology/Critical Care program, with a primary focus on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) and Interventional Pulmonology procedures. He recently joined critical care pulmonologist Dr. Meenakshi Ghosh and acute care nurse practitioner Melissa Hoferer, APRN in practice.