The highly trained surgeons performing robotic general surgery procedures at North Shore-LIJ Health System are leading the way in the use of the revolutionary, minimally invasive da Vinci® robotic surgery system across all aspects of general surgery, including:

• Solid Organ Robotic Surgery – liver, spleen and pancreas
• GI Tract Robotic Surgery – esophagus, stomach, small and large bowel, obesity surgery, surgery for treatment of GERD and hiatal hernia, as well as pelvic floor dysfunction, including rectal prolapse.

North Shore-LIJ Health System – Leading Long Island in Robotic General Surgery

The general robotic surgeons at North Shore-LIJ Health System are the first in Nassau County to perform these types of surgeries:

• Whipple procedure – a complex operation for pancreatic cancer
• Esophagectomy – removes all or part of the esophagus due to cancer
• Splenectomy – removal of the cysts and tumors in the spleen
• Adrenalectomy – removal of tumors in the adrenal glands

In comparison to traditional open surgical procedures, the state-of-the-art da Vinci® robotic surgery system results in exceptional benefits for patients, including:

• Tiny 1-cm incisions instead of one large incision
• Fewer major post-op complications
• Optimal recovery
• Quick return to normal diet
• Reduced appearance of scarring
• Low blood loss
• Shorter length of stay in hospital
• Faster return to normal daily activities
• Fewer complications
• Less pain than an open surgery

The Most Advanced Robotic Surgery Platform in the World
The da Vinci® robotic surgery platform consists of two key components:

• the surgeon's console, where the surgeon sits and controls the robot, and
• the patient-side cart, where four robotic arms are connected to various surgical instruments that will come in contact with the patient

Sitting at the main console of the state-of-the-art da Vinci® robotic surgery platform, your da Vinci® surgeon sees vital anatomical structures with 3-D high-definition clarity magnified six times their normal size. This enhanced clarity of vision sets the stage for a more precise robotic surgery procedure.

The robotic surgeon uses master controls to guide the delicate actions of the robotic surgical instruments. One of the major advantages of the da Vinci® surgery system is the tremendous range of motion of the robotic EndoWrist® instruments. They are designed with seven degrees of motion that mimic the motions of the human hand and wrist. Da Vinci® robotic surgery essentially eliminates tremor, and maximizes dexterity, precision and control.

For more information or to request an appointment to discuss robotic surgery as a treatment option, please refer to our contact list of robotic general surgery specialists at North Shore-LIJ Health System.

Robotic general surgery is performed at the following locations:

• Lenox Hill Hospital
• Long Island Jewish Medical Center 
• North Shore University Hospital 
• Staten Island University Hospital

Expert Surgeons Fostering Hope through Experience and Innovation
Visit these specialty areas that offer robotic surgery:  Urology, Women’s Health, Cancer Surgery and Cardiovascular & Thoracic, and learn about the wealth of expertise available to you or call:

• Cardiac Services        (855) HEART-11 (855-432-7811)
• Women's Services     (888) 594-4343
• Urology                         (516) 734-8500