ROBOTIC
SURGERY
Incredible advances have been made in recent medical technology allowing for the proliferation of minimally invasive surgical procedures. These advances have alleviated fears surrounding surgery for many, such as large scars, long recovery times and surgical errors. For these reasons and many more, surgeons and medical schools across the country are rapidly adopting robotic minimally invasive surgical systems. The future is now, and with the help of these advances in surgical technology, we can design a healthier, brighter future for all patients.
What is a robotic surgical system?
The minimally invasive robotic surgical system allows surgeons to perform delicate and complex operations by creating a few small "keyhole" incisions, rather than the numerous larger incisions required for older manual surgery. The MIS system is powered by advanced robotic technology. This technology essentially mimics the movements of a surgeon's hands, in a more precise manner without allowing for human error. The surgeon is at a console, looking at the screen to see the images projected by the laparoscopic camera inside the patient. This console allows the surgeon's hands to be scaled and reproduced in the precise movements of the surgical instruments working inside the patient's body. In simpler terms, the console allows the surgeon to manipulate the surgical tools with an unparalleled level of precision.
One of the instruments that allows surgeons to operate with such acute precision is a laparoscope. The laparoscope is what makes all minimally invasive surgical procedures possible. It is a thin tube with a tiny camera and a light at the end of the tube. The camera sends images from inside the surgical site to a video monitor in the operating room. Surgeons use these images to guide them through the procedure ... with this added measure of insight into the operation, robotic surgery has revolutionized the idea of what it means to "go through the operating room."
What are the benefits of da Vinci robotic-assisted surgery compared to traditional surgical methods?
The main benefits for surgeons using the da Vinci surgical system over traditional methods are greater surgical precision, greater range of motion, greater dexterity, better visualization and better access. Major benefits to patients may include shorter hospital stay, less pain, less risk of infection, less blood loss, fewer transfusions, less scarring, faster recovery and return to normal daily activities. We strongly believe that these benefits make a clear and compelling argument for the adoption of the da Vinci Surgical System.
What is minimally invasive surgery (MIS)?
Minimally invasive surgery or MIS is a surgical procedure that is generally performed through small incisions or operating ports, rather than large incisions. This type of surgery generally results in potentially shorter recovery times, fewer complications, reduced hospital costs and reduced overall trauma to the patient. MIS has become the standard of care for particular surgical procedures and the addition of robotic-assisted technology allows the use of MIS techniques for complex procedures.
Why is it called the da Vinci Surgical System?
The product is named "Da Vinci" after the famous Italian Renaissance artist and mathematician. His unparalleled anatomical precision at the time and detailed three-dimensional paintings brought his masterpieces to life. Similarly, the da Vinci Surgical System provides physicians with such enhanced detail and precision that the system can simulate an open surgical environment while allowing the operation to be performed through small incisions.
Has the da Vinci Surgical System been approved by the FDA?
The FDA has approved this system.
Types of "minimally invasive robotic" procedures:
As the practice name suggests, at Minimally Invasive and Bariatric we have adopted laparoscopic and robotic, minimally invasive techniques for most of our procedures. We will meet with each patient on an individual, case-by-case basis to determine which procedure is appropriate. However, in most cases it is more advantageous and advisable to pursue a minimally invasive option.
Clarifying the idea of "robotic surgery"
Although minimally invasive surgical system is referred to within the general terms of "robotic surgery"...this is a misnomer. Some may think that autonomous robots are performing the operation, or that a surgeon watches as an autopilot robot performs the surgery on the patient. This would be truly impressive, and something to behold, however, this is not how minimally invasive surgical systems work. The system depends entirely on the surgeon's experience and skill. The minimally invasive surgical system is not designed to operate without a surgeon, nor does it contain surgical decision software. During the entire procedure, the surgeon is in full control of all actions and decisions.
Advantages with Dr. Bello, the MIB team and the minimally invasive system
The advantage of choosing Dr. Bello and the MIB team is clear as day, in fact, it's right there in our name, Minimally Invasive and Bariatric. We are an industry leader in minimally invasive surgery and have trained extensively with the latest and greatest technical advances in the field. Our founder, Dr. Abel Bello, is a board certified surgeon who specializes in minimally invasive and bariatric surgery. He is a top physician who is a recipient of multiple awards and is a member of multiple professional organizations. He has spent many years working as a medical instructor and consultant, and has published articles and spoken at scientific conferences on his extensive research in the areas of minimally invasive surgery and bariatric surgery procedures.
He is a member of national committees of prestigious professional surgical organizations in the U.S. and is actively involved in research and academic surgery, where he is constantly evolving along with the field of surgery to always offer patients the best treatments available.
The minimally invasive surgical technique is much better than the traditional manual surgical method. It allows a much higher level of precision, as well as less scarring and faster recovery. The minimally invasive system itself has some impressive features such as:
- A magnified vision system that gives surgeons a 3D HD view of the inside of the patient's body.
- An ergonomically designed console where the surgeon sits while operating.
- A patient-side cart where the patient is positioned during surgery.
- Wrist instruments that bend and rotate much more than the human hand
MIB Surgery, a leading medical institution, is passionately committed to offering state-of-the-art procedures aimed at promoting the maximum well-being of our esteemed patients.