Robotic-assisted surgery in Jacksonville

When you choose Ascension St. Vincent’s Robotic Surgery Institute, you get experienced surgeons who use some of the most advanced surgical techniques and technology. Whether you need bariatric surgery, general surgery, gynecologic surgery, gynecological cancer surgery, lung surgery, orthopedics surgery, spine surgery, urologic surgery or another type of surgery — robotic-assisted surgery may be an option.

Benefits of robotic-assisted surgery may include:

Smaller incisions leading to less pain, scarring and faster recovery
Greater accuracy for complex procedures
Reduced blood loss due to increased precision and control
Lower risk of infection due to smaller incisions
Shorter hospital stays and a faster recovery

Schedule a consultation with a surgeon to see if robotic-assisted surgery is right for you. Your surgeon starts by listening to you, to better understand you and your concerns. Then, we work with you to create a surgical care plan. From your first consultation to surgery and rehabilitation – we connect the dots for all your care needs.

Surgeons at the Ascension St. Vincent’s Robotic Surgery Institute are some of the most experienced and highly skilled at performing robotic surgeries in the region.

Meet our care team

Riverside care team
General Surgery

Isaac P. Motamarry, MD

William E. Sumner III, MD

Kristen D. Trinca, MD

Joseph A. Zeal, DO

Neurosurgery

Stephen Scibelli, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Deirdre M. Lahey, DO

Martin Martino, MD

Jason J. Phillips, MD

David O. Pizarro Lopez, MD

Marcia Schmidt, MD

Xujia A. Smith, MD

D. Scott Wells, MD

Orthopedic surgery

Michael L. Adams, MD

Richard R. Grimsley, MD

Farid A. Hakim, MD

Maximillian C. Lincoln, MD

Wilbert B. Pino Jr., MD

Ralph B. Rizk, DO

Michael A. Robinson, MD

Christopher E. Swanson, MD
Southside care team
General Surgery

Brian G. Dalton, MD

Joseph R. Hartigan, MD

Daniel R. Martin, DO

Eric D. Pinnar, MD

Neurosurgery

Ali Chahlavi, MD, MS

Stephen R. Parker, MD

Endrit Ziu, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Meena A. Demetrios, MD

Steven E. Goldwasser, MD

Jason R. Patzwald, DO

Michelle Quinones Defendini, MD

Paul Rebenack, MD

Orthopedic surgery

Rahul V. Deshmukh, MD

Robert K. Hurford Jr., MD, PhD

John M. Redmond, MD

Urology

Travis C. Allemang, MD

Hayden M. Hill, MD

Ali Kasraeian, MD

David Sellman, MD
Clay County care team
General Surgery

John D. Brinkman, MD

William H. Gazzola, DO

Lindsay J. Lindsey, MD

Charles E. Stankard, MD

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Andres A. Ayuso, MD

John M. Lydon, MD

Jade L. Pizarro, MD

David O. Pizarro Lopez, MD

Lucien-Maximin Tchuisse, MD

Katherine J. Young, MD

Otolaryngology

Nicholas A. Herrero, MD

Urology

Travis C. Allemang, MD

Mary Ann Kenneson, MD
St. Johns County care team
General Surgery

Philip A. Rothberg, MD, MPH

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Meena A. Demetrios, MD

Suny Caminero, MD

Orthopedic Surgery

Eric G. Kim, D.O.

Paul S. Roettges, MD

Reproductive Endocrinology

Lina S. Fouad, MD

Urology

Marwan M. Ali, MD

C. Shawn West, MD

Advanced surgical care at Ascension St. Vincent’s

Bariatric surgery

Our bariatric surgeons and weight management care teams know how difficult it can be to lose weight. At Ascension St. Vincent’s, we take the time to get to know you. We listen to understand your health concerns. Then, we create a personalized weight loss plan that’s right for you. From diet and exercise to surgery and recovery, we’re here with you every step of the way.

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Cardiovascular surgery

Cardiovascular surgeons and interventional cardiologists at Ascension St. Vincent’s deliver surgical treatments to help open clogged arteries, restore blood flow to the heart, repair leaky heart valves and more. Whenever possible, your doctor uses minimally invasive, catheter-based surgery. As the regional leader in heart care, heart surgeons at Ascension St. Vincent’s perform the most cardiac surgeries and procedures in the region – from minimally invasive procedures to open-heart surgeries.

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Colon and rectal surgery

When you choose Ascension St. Vincent’s, your specialists will diagnose and treat cancers of the colon and gastrointestinal tract, including hepatobiliary cancers affecting the liver, gallbladder and bile ducts.

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General surgery

For some surgical procedures, our experienced surgeons use da Vinci® XI Surgical System. The versatile and flexible features of this surgical system promote operating room efficiency during general surgeries. This advanced technology is used for many procedures, including colectomy, hernia and rectal resection.

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Gynecologic surgery

When you need gynecologic surgery, such as hysterectomy, myomectomy, sacrocolpopexy or surgery to remove cancer, you want the best care. Our highly trained and experienced surgeons specialize in the use of the da Vinci XI for gynecologic procedures. In most cases, with 3D visualization and robotic arms, we can perform surgery with greater precision than traditional surgery.

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Minimally invasive lung biopsy

Our pulmonary surgeons perform minimally invasive lung nodule biopsies using robotic-assisted bronchoscopy. This robotic-assisted technology, called IonTM, helps your surgeon collect small tissue samples and helps improve the early detection of lung cancer. This technology also helps surgeons access hard-to-reach nodules in the lung. The technology can also be used to create a 3D guide for your surgeon to modify, edit, and then follow during your surgery.

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Orthopedic surgery

Whether you need hip or knee replacement or back surgery, our highly experienced surgeons are ready to deliver the care you need. When you choose us, you have access to the latest technology, including robotic surgery, as we deliver personalized care to get you back to doing the things you love. Our dedicated team of orthopedic surgeons and specialists will prepare you for your procedure, care for you while you're in the hospital and help you recover and regain joint function.

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Spine surgery

Experienced neurosurgeons at Ascension St. Vincent’s diagnose and treat many types of neck and back injuries and conditions. When spine surgery is recommended as part of your care plan, our care teams use the latest spine surgery techniques. Whenever possible, minimally invasive procedures are recommended, which use smaller incisions and may lead to less pain and a shorter recovery.

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Thoracic surgery

When you have a heart condition, surgery may be recommended as part of your care plan. Cardiovascular surgeons and interventional cardiologists at Ascension St. Vincent’s deliver surgical treatments to help open clogged arteries, restore blood flow to the heart, repair leaky heart valves and more. Whenever possible, your doctor uses minimally invasive, catheter-based surgery.

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Urologic surgery

To perform prostate, bladder, and kidney cancer surgery, our highly skilled surgeons use robotic-assisted surgery. With advanced technology and innovative features, surgeries assisted by the da Vinci XI have increased precision. Other benefits may include a shorter recovery than traditional surgery.

Get a second opinion from an experienced surgeon

Get the confidence and peace of mind that your surgeon and surgical care plan are right for you. It's easy to get a second opinion at Ascension St. Vincent’s. We can review your medical records and healthcare history, answer questions and discuss options. Our surgeons can also work with you to create a personalized care plan.

Before your appointment, check with your insurance company to find out if a second opinion is covered. We can request your medical records on your behalf, so that they can be shared with your care team before your arrival.

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