Robotic surgery

Robotic surgery might sound like something from a futuristic science-fiction film. But, in fact, it’s a highly advanced computer system that helps surgeons perform complex operations with greater precision, smaller incisions and increased magnification, and leads to faster patient recovery times and fewer risks.

A robotic surgery system is made up of a series of operation instruments mounted on mechanical arms. These arms are controlled from the surgeon’s console, which displays a three-dimensional image of the area being operated on in real time. Unlike keyhole surgery, this technique gives surgeons complete manoeuvrable control and visibility.

After more than two decades in development, robotic surgery is now at the cutting edge of what surgery can achieve. And it’s already starting to make a life-changing difference for our patients at RUH.

In March 2023, we invested in a cutting-edge surgical robot, the Da Vinci XI that will transform the way we treat our patients.

Allowing our surgeons to perform procedures with unrivalled precision and accuracy, the robot will lead to greatly improved patient outcomes, while allowing us to train and retain the very best surgical talent. And in committing to buying the robot now, we’ve saved £250,000, and secured a promotional benefits package worth over £240,000.

But in order to cover the remaining cost of the robot, we’re seeking donations from anyone who’d like to help change patients’ lives for the better – and play a part in this significant advancement in our hospital’s technology.