Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego becomes first in county to use da Vinci 5 robot for advanced surgical tech.

Sharp Memorial Hospital in San Diego is the first hospital in its county to use the da Vinci 5 robot from Intuitive Surgical, featuring advanced surgical tech like improved accuracy, force-sensing technology, and streamlined workflow. The hospital has 14 surgical robots in total. Though the da Vinci system has faced risks and lawsuits, the da Vinci 5 has been used at Simi Valley hospital for hernia treatment, offering minimal pain, no scarring, and quicker recovery times.

April 05, 2024
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