Robotic Surgery Sets a New Standard in Precision and Patient Care

If you have ever experienced surgery, you may recall lengthy hospital stays, large incisions, and extended recovery periods. Today, revolutionary advancements in surgical technology are transforming that experience. Robotic-assisted surgery is setting a new benchmark, offering greater precision, control, and access than traditional techniques―and significantly improving patient outcomes.

Robotic-assisted surgery is a form of minimally invasive surgery in which a surgeon controls robotic arms equipped with surgical instruments. These systems also feature a high-definition 3D camera, providing an enhanced view of the surgical site on a monitor at the surgeon’s console. This approach allows for unmatched visibility, dexterity, and accuracy during complex procedures.

Free Community Seminar: “The Future of Surgery”

Washington Health’s board-certified general surgeon Dr. Kranthi Achanta, MD, FACS, MHA, will lead an online seminar titled “The Future of Surgery: Robotic Advances with the da Vinci System,” at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 25. The seminar will be available to stream on Facebook.com/WashingtonHealth1 or YouTube.com/@Washington_Health.

Since Washington Health introduced the state-of-the-art da Vinci Xi Surgical System in June 2024, Dr. Achanta has been instrumental in training and certifying fellow surgeons in this groundbreaking technology. The da Vinci system is now used across multiple specialties at Washington Health, including gynecologic, urologic, thoracic, cardiac, and general surgery.
 

“Robotic-assisted surgery provides surgeons with a three-dimensional image magnified 10 times, vastly improving visibility and precision,” said Dr. Achanta. “The robotic arms replicate the motion of the human wrist with an even greater range of movement. This allows for highly precise, flexible handling of instruments.”

Patients benefit tremendously from this advanced approach. Robotic-assisted surgery typically involves smaller incisions, resulting in:

• Less postoperative pain.
• Faster recovery and return to normal activity.
• Reduced blood loss.
• Smaller scars.
• Lower risk of complications such as infection or bleeding.

Dr. Achanta notes that robotic-assisted surgery is particularly useful for accessing tight or deep areas in the body. “In procedures deep in the pelvis, for example, the robotic arms’ slim design prevents the visual and physical obstruction that can occur with standard laparoscopic or open techniques,” he explained.

As technology continues to evolve, robotic-assisted surgery is reshaping the future of health care—offering enhanced outcomes for patients, better ergonomics for surgeons, and greater efficiency for hospitals. “Our da Vinci surgical suite represents a revolution in minimally invasive surgery with radical improvements in precision and outcomes that we are thrilled to offer patients,” noted Dr. Achanta.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn more. Join Dr. Achanta’s short presentation and discover how robotic surgery is changing lives.

For more about Dr. Kranthi Achanta, visit mywtmf.com. To read more about how Washington Health serves our community, visit their website at WashingtonHealth.com.