Surgeon-Controlled Robotic Surgical System
Introducing advanced technology at Rutherford Regional
Rutherford Regional Health System is proud to bring the latest in surgical technology to our community with a surgeon-controlled robotic surgical system. This advanced technology allows the surgeons to perform minimally invasive procedures with greater precision, flexibility and control.
Your surgeon is with you in the operating room, seated at the system console. This console gives your surgeon complete control of the tiny instruments used to perform your surgery. The robotic hand moves like a human hand – but with a far greater range of motion.
Benefits to Patients
A robotic surgical system offers surgeons enhanced precision while keeping patient safety at the forefront. While the robot assists with surgery, it is always under the surgeon's complete control, ensuring expert care with the latest technology. With this advanced system, patients may experience:
- Smaller incisions
- Less scarring
- Reduced pain
- Faster recovery
- Increased surgical precision
- Improved outcomes
Procedures Offered at Rutherford
General surgery:
- Abdominal wall or ventral hernia
- Inguinal hernia
- Paraesophageal or hiatal hernia repair
- Colon resection
- Gallbladder surgery
Gynecology:
- Hysterectomy
- Ovary removal
- Treatment for endometriosis, chronic pain and fibroids
Not all conditions or patients qualify for robotic-assisted surgery.
Find a local provider who specializes in general surgery by calling 800.424.DOCS.