Robotic-Assisted Urology Surgery

Precise Care for Kidney, Bladder, & Prostate Health

Robotic-assisted urology surgery provides greater accuracy for complex procedures involving delicate urinary and reproductive organs. Patients benefit from less pain and faster recovery times – while doctors' benefit from greater visualization and greater precision offered by their treatment-enhancing tools.

Robotic-assisted surgery enhances your surgeon’s ability – it does not replace your surgeon’s hands.

The surgeon-guided da Vinci XI® robotics system assists with a wide range of minimally invasive general surgery procedures. With shorter recovery times, fewer complications, less scarring, and less pain, choosing robotic-assisted surgery can help you get back to the things you love faster.

Our leading robotic experts include:

• Dr. Farjaad Siddiq who is a board-certified and fellowship-trained urologist who serves as the Director of Robotic Surgery at LCMHS and was the first physician in Louisiana to offer robotic prostatectomy for prostate cancer.

Common Urology Procedures for Robotic-Assisted Surgery

• Prostate removal
• Kidney surgery
• Bladder surgery
• Urinary tract reconstruction
• Treatment for incontinence
• Aquablation

Why Choose Robotic-Assisted Surgery

The Da Vinci robotic system enhances your surgeon's ability to deliver more precise surgical outcomes. There are also a number of benefits for patients, including lower risk of complications, quicker recovery time, minimally invasive, and better outcomes.

Frequency Asked Questions

Is robotic-assisted urology surgery better than traditional surgery?

• Depending on diagnosis, there can be additional benefits for patients to choose robotic-assisted surgery, including less pain, faster recovery time, and minimal scarring. It is important to discuss your surgical options with your care time and follow the advice of your surgeon.

Will robotic-assisted surgery help with incontinence?

• Robotic-assisted surgery can be used to treat conditions that cause incontinence. For other diagnosis, the improved precision and visualization offered by the Da Vinci robot can help protect nerves and structures during surgery that can reduce the risk of post-surgery complications like incontinence. It is important to discuss any complications or concerns when choosing a surgical option with your care team and follow the recommendations of your surgery.

How long will recovery be after robotic-assisted surgery?

• Robotic-assisted surgery does not require any additional recovery time than other surgical procedures, in most cases. Recovery depends on the specific procedures and your health. Your doctor will give you a personalized recovery plan.