Our heart surgeons perform minimally invasive robotic heart surgery, using state-of-the-art technology. The da Vinci® Surgical System uses robotic instrumentation and a second technology called port access, leading to greater benefits for patients, compared to those offered by open heart surgery.

These benefits have been stated previously but include:

•  Shorter hospital stay
•  Less pain and scarring
•  Less risk of wound infections
•  Less blood loss and fewer transfusions
•  Faster recovery
•  Quicker return to normal activities and lifestyles

The reason that these minimally invasive procedures and techniques are so attractive to our heart surgeons and patients is that these surgeries do not require an opening of the chest with an eight to twelve inch incision. These minimally invasive procedures can be used to treat a variety of heart conditions, including mitral valve prolapse, atrial septal defect, atrial myxoma and thrombi, coronary artery disease, and cardiac and thoracic tumors.

This information is not an alternative to direct communication with your health care providers. We hope it will help you to start a dialogue that will lead to the best option for you or your loved one.