Robotic Surgery

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The surgeons at Santa Rosa Medical Center perform robotic surgery – a minimally invasive approach to surgery that allows surgeons to perform complex surgical procedures through small incisions. For patients, robotic surgery may offer:

• Less pain and scarring
• Lower risk of infection
• Shorter hospital stays
• Quicker recovery

Robotic surgery is similar to laparoscopic techniques, in which small incisions are made near the surgical treatment area. From a console in the operating room, the surgeon remotely manipulates surgical instruments, which are attached to robotic arms, to perform surgery through the incisions. A powerful camera provides magnified, 3-D images to provide clear details of the surgical area. Robotic technology gives surgeons enhanced dexterity, precision and range of motion.

Santa Rosa Medical Center's surgeons are specially trained on a robotic-assisted surgical platform. Our surgeons can perform a variety of robotic-assisted procedures, including:

• General surgery
• Gynecological surgery, including hysterectomy and fibroid surgery (myomectomy)
• Urological surgery

Patient Stories
Patient: Mary Smith, 38
Procedure: Hysterectomy

"This [robotic-assisted hysterectomy] surgery has been one of the best choices I have ever made, and some of my friends are now envious at how well I feel. The surgery is minimal, no large or long cuts, no unusual feelings in the pelvic region, and I was able to walk from day one."