Experienced Surgeons. Robotic Precision. Exceptional Patient Care.
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Our highly skilled surgical team combines years of specialized training with the precision of robotic-assisted technology to deliver exceptional patient outcomes. Since 2011, we have been at the forefront of minimally invasive surgery in Southern Illinois, using advanced robotic systems as tools to enhance our ability to provide you with compassionate, personalized care.
Our surgeons maintain complete control throughout every procedure, using robotic technology to perform intricate procedures with enhanced precision. This combination of surgical mastery and technological prowess means you receive the most advanced care available—right here at home at SIH Herrin Hospital and SIH Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.
Comprehensive Surgical Expertise Across Specialties
We have the largest and most experienced robotic surgery program in the region, with highly specialized surgeons performing procedures across multiple specialties including gynecology, urology, general surgery and more. Our team's extensive skill and experience means we can manage even the most complex cases with confidence and care.
Our robotic surgery capabilities span a diverse range of specialties, ensuring comprehensive care for virtually any surgical need. Our urologic surgeons perform complex procedures including prostatectomies, kidney surgeries and bladder reconstructions with enhanced precision. Our general surgery team utilizes robotic technology for hernia repairs, gallbladder removal and colorectal procedures, while our trauma surgery experts apply these advanced techniques to manage complex injuries requiring surgical intervention. For patients facing cancer, our surgical oncology specialists use robotic assistance to perform intricate tumor removals with tissue-sparing precision. Our cardiothoracic surgeons leverage robotic technology for heart and chest procedures, and our pulmonology team performs innovative procedures such as robotic-assisted bronchoscopy for early lung cancer detection. Many community providers utilize our da Vinci Surgical System to perform minimally invasive gynecologic procedures for conditions such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids, excessive bleeding and cancer.
This breadth of expertise means you can receive world-class robotic-assisted care across nearly every surgical specialty, all delivered by experienced surgeons who have mastered both their craft and the advanced technology that enhances it. Whether you're facing a routine procedure or a complex surgical challenge, our multidisciplinary team has the skills and technology to provide exceptional care right here in Southern Illinois.
Better Patient Outcomes
Advanced robotic technology allows your surgical team to perform challenging procedures with enhanced precision and control, delivering benefits that make a real difference in your recovery:
- Minimally Invasive Approach: Small incisions result in less pain and faster recovery
- Enhanced Precision: Steady hands amplified by technology reduce blood loss and complications
- Shorter Recovery: Advanced surgical skill combined with cutting-edge techniques means you often go home sooner
- Reduced Discomfort: Exceptional precision means you'll typically need less pain medication after surgery
Robotic-assisted surgery is a game-changer for our community. Not only does it offer patients faster recovery with less pain, but it also allows us to perform complex procedures that would otherwise require patients to seek care outside of the area. The future is now.
