Minimally invasive surgery
Minimally invasive surgery is an effective surgical method that is less intrusive than traditional surgery. By using small incisions and instruments, we are able to create positive surgical outcomes that typically have minimal scarring, faster recovery times and shorter hospital stays.
Robotic surgery in Tampa, Florida
As technology advances, so do your options for surgical procedures.
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery that uses high-definition, 3D visualization, magnified views and advanced operating tools. These allow your surgeon to operate by controlling a robot-assisted surgical system.
HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital provides the latest in minimally invasive robot-assisted technology, offering faster recovery and less pain when compared to traditional surgery.
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Our minimally invasive surgical treatments and services
Our team of robotic surgeons implements robotic surgery in various medical specialties.
Robot-assisted procedures
If you are undergoing surgery, ask your doctor about surgical options and if a robot-assisted procedure is right for you. We currently perform robotic surgery in the following specialties:
- General surgery
- Orthopedic surgery
- Urogynecologic surgery, including treatments for pelvic floor dysfunction
- Urologic surgery
- Weight loss surgery
How robot-assisted technology works
During robotic surgery, the surgical instruments and cameras are inserted through small incisions — as with many other types of minimally invasive surgery. However, it differs in the surgeon’s use of a robot-assisted surgical console, which includes a viewfinder showing your surgeon 3D, high-quality images during your procedure and allowing for precise movements that control the surgical “arms.”
The computer software translates your surgeon’s hand movements to allow the instruments to make the same movement inside the body without potential hand tremors. Additionally, the enhanced image quality and meticulous movement enable your surgeon to operate on smaller-scale areas with more precision.
Benefits of robotic surgery
Robotic surgery offers several benefits, including:
- Faster healing and recovery time
- Minimal scarring
- Reduced postoperative pain
- Reduced risk for postoperative complications
- Smaller incisions
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