Surgical Services

Robotic Surgery Program

The future of laparoscopic surgery is here
The da Vinci Surgical System® brings state-of-the-art robotic technology to Mary Washington Hospital, enhancing surgical capabilities, giving surgeons the ability to perform complex surgeries through tiny surgical openings. It is an extension of the surgeon, translating surgical hand movements into precise movements of micro-instruments.

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Esther Harrison Brown, an MWHC patient, talks about her experience with da Vinci Robotic Surgery,
2 months after her hysterectomy, performed by Dr. Montgomery Johns.

Robot-assisted procedures

The da Vinci is currently being used to support urologists in the treatment of prostate cancer. One of the most common cancers, prostate cancer can be treated with full recovery if found in the early stages. This exciting new technology will also be expanded to general surgery, gynecologic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

Urology
The da Vinci Robot is currently being used to treat the following Urologic Disorders:

  • Prostate Cancer
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Kidney Abnormalities

Gynecology
The daVinci Robot is currently being used to support Gynecologic Surgeons in the treatment of:

  • Sacrocolpopexy - repair of a dropped bladder, vagina, or womb
  • Hysterectomy - removal of the uterus

 Benefits of Robotic Surgery

  • Shorter hospital stay
  • Less pain
  • Less risk of infection
  • Less blood loss
  • Less scarring
  • Faster recovery
  • Quicker return to activities

    For more information
    To find out more about da Vinci robotics procedures, contact our Robotics Coordinator, Wendy Tabor, RN, BSN, at 540.741.4623.

    • View general media coverage videos about  the da Vinci Surgical System®
    • Watch Maryanne's video describing why she chose to have robotic surgery
    • See the precision of the da Vinci Surgical System® in this video by Dr. Gregory Szlyk

    Watch this patient's testimony about her robotic surgery

    Ask your surgeon if you might be a candidate for
    robotic surgery.