To perform gastric sleeve surgery, Dr. Stowers uses the FDA-approved, state-of-the-art daVinci Xi system, which includes a three-dimensional monitor, three robotic arms, and seven degrees of movement.
Although the word robotic can make you think that your surgery occurs autonomously, that isn’t the case.
To perform your surgery, Dr. Stowers inserts instruments in your body through very small, minimally invasive incisions that are about the size of your little fingernail. He also uses tiny electromechanical arms that perfectly replicate his motions.
The technology allows Dr. Stowers to remove the stretchiest portion of your stomach and reduce its size considerably. For perspective, your stomach can be shrunk down from the size of a football to the size of a banana.
Your surgery only takes about an hour while you’re under general anesthesia. You typically spend one night in the hospital during your recovery.
The benefits of minimally invasive surgery are for you and your surgeon. The advantages include:
You also won’t have severe scarring since your incisions are very small.
Bariatric surgery using the daVinci Xi system can help you lose weight and keep it off, which can get your life on a healthier path and change it for the better.
The use of robotics in bariatric surgery has become popular because of its benefits, safety, and successful outcomes. It offers improved ergonomics and 3D visualization, giving Dr. Stowers the ability to perform your surgery with impeccable precision.
When you meet with our team for a consultation, we talk about the qualifications for surgery and discuss in detail what you can expect.
To learn more about robotic surgery and to find out if it might be right for you, contact our team in Frisco, or Abilene, Texas. Call or book your appointment online. We can also help set up a telehealth call as a more convenient option for you, if needed.
