Tech for Your Health
This advanced surgical option can aid a wide variety of procedures.
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery where the surgeon sits at a nearby console and controls tiny instruments that can often move more precisely than the human hand. Robotic-assisted procedures have been used safely for years across many types of surgeries and surgical specialties. The technology is designed to:
- Enhance precision
- Provide a magnified, 3D view
- Support steady, controlled movements
Next-generation robotic systems, like the da Vinci 5 from Intuitive, are designed to support greater precision and control, helping surgeons work carefully around healthy tissue.
How Does It Work?
During robotic surgery, the surgeon sits at a console near the operating table and remotely controls the robotic arms while referencing a high-definition, 3D view of the surgical site.
Because robotic surgery requires specialized training and skill, teams that perform these procedures regularly are more familiar with the technology, the techniques, and how to support patients throughout recovery.
The Benefits of the Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery allows many procedures to be done through smaller incisions, which may lead to less pain, shorter hospital stays, and a faster return to normal activities. More robotic systems also mean greater access to care. Having multiple robots allows patients to schedule surgery sooner, reduces delays, and ensures care teams who use robotic technology every day are available when they are needed. While all surgery carries risk, robotic surgery may reduce certain risks for eligible patients by allowing for smaller incisions and more precise movements. Your surgeon can discuss what’s right for you.
An Expert Weighs In
Meet the Author
Rachel Studebaker, BA, English, Summa Cum Laude
Rachel Studebaker is a graduate of Lee University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in English with a minor in advertising. While attending Lee, Rachel served as editor-in-chief and creative director for the school’s biannual publication Vindagua and was a member of Sigma Tau Delta English Honors Society. As managing editor for CMC Media & Marketing Group, she is responsible for the development and completion of 16 publications involving health, wellness, business, sports, and lifestyle articles published in print and online for HealthScope®, CityScope®, and Choose Chattanooga® magazines – premier publications serving S.E. Tennessee and North Georgia. Additionally, Rachel has led digital marketing initiatives for CMC Media & Marketing Group as well as the development of content for the introduction of Choose Huntsville™, Huntsville Resource & Relocation Guide™ for Huntsville, Alabama.
