The donation from the Stamford-based company will fund the acquisition of the da Vinci Surgical System and help enhance Stamford Hospital's program in minimally invasive surgery.  Stamford Hospital unveiled the da Vinci Surgical System last month.  With the system, the surgeon is at the controls of a sophisticated surgical robot to perform even the most complex and delicate surgical procedures with unmatched precision through small incisions and enhanced 3D optics. 

The patient enjoys the benefits of a minimally invasive procedure including less pain, decreased blood loss and reduced need for blood transfusions, as well as a shorter hospital stay, quicker recovery and faster return to normal daily activities.  Initially, Stamford Hospital plans to use da Vinci for various surgical procedures in urology, cardiology, and women's health.

"We are honored that OdysseyRe chose Stamford Hospital as the beneficiary for its annual donation. OdysseyRe's generosity ensures the da Vinci Surgical System will greatly benefit the region.  It also assists Stamford Hospital in its commitment to offering area residents the latest, most advanced minimally invasive techniques to heal more quickly and with less pain," said Dr. Timothy S. Hall, Chairman of Surgery at Stamford Hospital.

 Odyssey Re Holdings Corp.

Odyssey Re Holdings Corp. is a leading worldwide underwriter of property and casualty treaty and facultative reinsurance, as well as specialty insurance. OdysseyRe operates through its subsidiaries Odyssey America Reinsurance Corporation, Hudson Insurance Company, Hudson Specialty Insurance Company, Clearwater Insurance Company, Newline Underwriting Management Limited, Newline Asia Services Pte. Ltd., and Newline Insurance Company Limited. The Company underwrites through offices in the United States, London, Paris, Singapore, Toronto and Latin America.

Stamford Hospital

Stamford Hospital is a not-for-profit provider of comprehensive healthcare services in lower Fairfield County and the region.  The mission of Stamford Hospital is to provide, together with its physicians, a broad range of high quality health and wellness services focused on the needs of our communities.  Stamford Hospital is a Magnet Hospital and a member of the Planetree Alliance, a group of hospitals nationwide focused on patient-centered care.  Stamford Hospital is affiliated with New York Presbyterian Health System and is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons.