Procedure

Robotic Surgery

Minimally invasive surgery in which the surgeon controls robotic arms that hold the camera and instruments.

Also called: robot-assisted surgery, robotic-assisted surgery

Who Can Help with Robotic Surgery?

General Surgeons
A surgeon who operates on the abdomen, skin and soft tissues, including hernia repair, gallbladder removal and appendectomy.
Colorectal Surgeons
A surgeon who treats conditions of the colon, rectum and anus, such as colon cancer, hemorrhoids and diverticulitis.
Urologists
A physician and surgeon who treats conditions of the urinary tract and male reproductive organs, such as kidney stones, prostate problems and incontinence.
Gynecologic Oncologists
A physician who treats cancers of the female reproductive organs, such as ovarian, uterine and cervical cancer.
Surgical Oncologists
A surgeon who removes tumors and treats cancer with surgery.

Cities where practice websites say they offer it.

General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about robotic surgery and what is right for you.