Ascension St. Vincent’s expands robotic surgery options

Robotic-assisted surgery has transformed the way many procedures are performed, offering surgeons enhanced precision, visualization and control. Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside has been a leader in using advanced technology with patient care and have recently added to our growing list of tools and techniques that help our patient community get back to doing what they love with the arrival of the da Vinci SP™ (Single Port) robotic surgical system.

At Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside, this system is used by trained surgeons and dedicated care teams who are focused on safety, outcomes and compassionate care. The hospital’s investment in advanced robotics is an investment in the health and well-being of the community it serves.

“When our patients face a complex diagnosis, they can rest easy knowing they have access to the most advanced care available, right here,” said Scott Kashman, President and CEO for Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside. “This new surgical capability reflects the dedication of our entire care team to raise the bar for what is possible at Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside, and we are committed to continuing that work every day.”

The addition of the da Vinci SP system strengthens Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside’s position in advanced robotic surgery. As part of our da Vinci family of robotic systems including the recent acquisition of da Vinci 5 Surgical System, the SP system complements existing surgical technologies and empowers surgeons with tools that reflect the latest advancements in minimally invasive care.

This new addition to our robotic surgical system offerings places us among only a few hospitals in Florida to offer this cutting-edge technology. This milestone reflects Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside’s ongoing commitment to innovation, clinical excellence and providing the community with access to the most advanced treatment options available, close to home.

The da Vinci SP system represents the next evolution in this technology. Unlike traditional robotic platforms that require multiple small incisions, the new robotic system is designed to perform complex procedures through a single, small incision, allowing surgeons to access hard-to-reach anatomy.

For patients, this innovation can mean less post-operative pain, fewer visible scars, reduced blood loss, shorter hospital stays and faster recovery times, benefits that can make a meaningful difference in both outcomes and overall experience.

Robotic surgical options with multiple specialties

The robotic system expands surgical capabilities across several specialties at Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside, including:

• General surgery: Supporting advanced minimally invasive approaches for complex abdominal procedures.
• Colorectal surgery: Where precision and access are critical for delicate work in confined spaces.
• Urologic surgery: A field that has long benefited from robotic innovation and continues to advance with single-port technology
• Ear, nose and throat (ENT) surgery: Including complex head and neck cases, where the robots allow surgeons to operate through narrow pathways with improved visualization and control.

This technology allows Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside to serve a wider range of patients while personalizing surgical approaches to your needs

For patients in Northeast Florida and beyond, this means access to state-of-the-art, advanced robotic surgeries without having to travel far from home. 

With the arrival of the da Vinci SP™ robotic surgical system, Ascension St. Vincent’s Riverside is not just keeping pace with the future of surgery, it is helping lead it.

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