The Future is Now: Robot-assisted technology equals precision control

The hospitals of Community Healthcare System are using robot-assisted technology for minimally invasive surgeries and diagnostics in order to provide positive patient experiences and outcomes. Each year, thousands of robot-assisted procedures are performed at their hospitals. The use of robotic technology allows for a revolutionized approach to operations and procedures, replacing the need for thoracotomy and open chest surgeries with a few small incisions. The hospitals use the da Vinci Xi® Surgical System, which offers advanced 3-D high-definition vision, additional robotic arms, and instant image referencing for surgeons. This system allows for precise control and manipulation of surgical instruments, converting the surgeon’s hand, wrist, and finger movements into real-time movements of the instruments.

The hospitals’ surgeons are highly experienced with da Vinci robotics and were leaders in introducing the technology to Northwest Indiana and the state. The benefits of robot-assisted surgery include less pain, less scarring, and quicker recovery. Hernia repair is no longer a lengthy process thanks to the advanced technology available today. St. Mary Medical Center offers the Mako Robotic Arm-Assisted Surgery System for partial and total knee replacement surgery. This system uses CT-based 3-D modeling to provide a personalized surgical experience based on the patient’s specific anatomy, resulting in less pain and shorter recovery times.

In addition to robot-assisted surgeries, Community Healthcare System also employs robotic bronchoscopy technology for diagnostic testing of lung tissue and pulmonary nodules. The Intuitive Ion and Monarch systems allow for deep navigation into the lungs with minimal invasiveness, providing more precision, reach, stability, and answers. Overall, robot-assisted technology is revolutionizing the medical field, improving patient experiences and outcomes.