Minimally invasive surgery

Robot-assisted surgeries we offer include:

• Abdominoperineal resection (APR) — Removal of the anus, rectum and sigmoid colon
• Adrenalectomy — Removal of one or both adrenal glands
• Cholecystectomy — Removal of the gallbladder
• Common bile duct exploration
• Distal pancreatectomy — Partial or total removal of the pancreas
• Heller myotomy — Surgery to treat a condition inhibiting the passage of foods and liquids into the stomach
• Hernia repairs
• Joint replacement
• Liver resection — Partial or total removal of the liver
• Pancreatic cystectomy — Surgery to treat pancreatic cysts
• Pyloroplasty — Surgery to widen the opening in the lower part of the stomach
• Splenectomy — Partial or total removal of the spleen
• Transversus abdominis release (TAR) — Surgery to treat complex hernias

As robot-assisted surgery continues to advance, so do our technologies. We are committed to using leading-edge surgical systems, some of which are even specially tailored to certain procedures, like joint replacement and spine surgery. Currently, our doctors use:

• Enhanced accuracy in spine surgery using a robotic arm and navigation system
• Knee system for total knee replacement
• Robotic arm-assisted surgery system for hip and knee replacement
• Robotic-assisted system for minimally invasive lung biopsy
• Single-port surgical system for procedures requiring only one incision
• Surgical system for knee replacements to increase accuracy when positioning an implant
• Surgical system for laparoscopic procedures

Robot-assisted surgeries offer a wide range of benefits. However, benefits will vary depending on the type of surgical system being used and the procedure being performed. For robotic laparoscopy, you can expect advantages, such as smaller incisions, whereas other technologies may allow our surgeons to bypass cutting certain ligaments that may otherwise prolong recovery times. Other systems allow surgeons to perform procedures with better precision and accuracy, leading to improved patient outcomes.

Robot-assisted laparoscopy allows surgeons to perform extremely complex operations through a few small incisions. This provides greater precision, control, visibility and access to hard-to-reach areas.

This technique offers the same benefits as traditional laparoscopy when compared to open surgery. We perform robotic laparoscopy procedures in a variety of specialty areas, including:

• Bariatric surgery
• Colorectal surgery
• Ear, nose and throat (ENT) surgery
• General surgery
• Gynecological surgery
• Pediatric surgery
• Single-incision laparoscopy
• Surgical oncology
• Thoracic surgery
• Urologic surgery

Robotic technology helps surgeons control surgical instruments more precisely than what's possible using traditional methods. This can lead to increased accuracy and improved outcomes. Other benefits of robotic surgery include:

• Fewer side effects
• Less scarring
• Quicker recoveries
• Reduced risk of infection
• Shorter hospital stays
• Significantly less pain
• Smaller incisions

HCA Midwest Health is the first and only health system in the Kansas City metro area to offer single-incision robotic surgery, allowing our surgeons to perform the most minimally invasive surgeries possible.

Surgical specialists who are experts in gynecological care perform several minimally invasive surgeries, including:

• Endometriosis resection — Surgery to treat a condition where the tissue that lines the uterus grows outside of the uterus
• Hysterectomy — Removal of the uterus
• Myomectomy — Removal of fibroids from the uterus
• Oophorectomy — Removal of one or both ovaries
• Pelvic organ prolapse repair — Surgery to treat pelvic organ prolapse
• Salpingectomy — Surgical removal of one or both fallopian tubes

We perform pediatric surgery to meet the needs of children in a cheerful and kid-friendly environment. Our team of fellowship-trained, board-certified pediatric surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, child life specialists, pediatric nurse navigators and other caregivers are devoted to supporting pediatric patients every step of the way.

In 2016, doctors at Overland Park Regional Medical Center performed the first pediatric robot-assisted surgery in the region, proving our dedication to the advancement of minimally invasive technology for pediatric care. Our pediatric surgical subspecialties include:

• Pediatric ear, nose and throat care
• Pediatric gastrointestinal care
• Pediatric pulmonary care
• Pediatric urological care
• Prenatal and neonatal surgical care
• Surgeries for fetal anomalies, including fetoscopic laser ablation for twin-to-twin transfusion syndrome (TTTS)

Our advanced robotic systems allow surgeons to personalize joint replacement surgery based on each patient's unique anatomy. With the aided precision and planning available using robotic technologies, we can improve the feel, function and longevity of our patients' implants.

We use the latest in robot-assisted technologies for hip and knee joint replacements, including:

• Knee Surgical System — This system uses a handheld robotic surgical instrument that increases the accuracy of an implant's positioning during a knee replacement. Increased precision during surgery can lead to improved function, feel and longevity of the implant.
• Robotic–Arm Assisted Surgery System — When using this technology, our surgeons can personalize each hip or knee replacement surgical plan based on the patient's unique anatomy. During the procedure, one of our orthopedic surgeons will guide the robotic arm to a predetermined surgical area—the surgical system ensures the robotic arm remains within the surgical space, reducing the potential for error. Once in the correct position, the surgeon will control the robotic-arm while placing and aligning the implant with increased accuracy.
  • Menorah Medical Center offers a downloadable app for notifications pre- and post-surgery. Additionally, surgeons can use a smart knee implant for those patients who are candidates for the technology. The implant gathers information about your new knee after surgery such as range of motion, step count and average walking speed, and sends it directly to your care team through the app.
• Knee System — This system is used to enhance knee replacement surgeries, using data and advanced imaging to create a surgical plan that is based upon each patient's unique anatomy. The data and imaging information provided by the surgical system allows our doctors to better predict outcomes prior to making any incisions.

After surgery, surgeons, nurses and physical therapists set goals with the patient to get them back up and moving.

Our facilities practice enhanced surgical recovery (ESR), enabling patients to take a more active role in their clinical care. Benefits of ESR include:

• Being able to eat sooner after surgery
• Faster recovery times
• Reduced nausea
• Shorter hospital stays
• Successful pain management