Robotic Surgery
Dr. Colquitt Performs 1000th Robotic Surgery
Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Mark Colquitt of Foothills Weight Loss Surgeons in Knoxville celebrates the completion of his 1000th daVinci robotic surgery procedure. Bill Kraemer of Intuitive Surgical helps Dr. Colquitt mark the milestone.
Dr. Colquitt uses the newest bariatric techniques available such as the robotically-assisted surgery for minimally invasive surgery. He has performed more robotic weight loss procedures than any other surgeon in East Tennessee.
What is Robotic Bariatric Surgery?
Robotically-assisted bariatric surgery is performed using the da Vinci Robotic System. That gives surgeons an enlarged, 3-D view of the stomach and surrounding organs. The surgeon precisely maneuvers instruments using a special computer console through tiny incisions in the patient’s abdomen, making the procedure less invasive than traditional bariatric surgery.
Robotic weight loss surgery offers patients several potential benefits, including a quicker recovery, less pain and scarring, and a shorter hospital stay. Your Foothills Weight Loss Surgeon will discuss with you whether you are an appropriate candidate for robotic bariatric surgery.
