Washington Regional receives da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system

Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville recently acquired the da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system from Intuitive Surgical. The new system is designed to enhance surgical precision and create better outcomes for patients, according to the hospital.

“The da Vinci 5 helps surgeons make more precise surgical movements by using technology that includes sharper 3D imaging, dynamic tactile feedback that allows surgeons to feel the push-and-pull of surgical instruments, and 10,000 times more computing power than previous da Vinci systems,” the release notes.

The da Vinci 5 system is used by physicians performing colorectal, urologic, gynecologic, thoracic and general surgeries.

“Acquiring the da Vinci 5 reflects Washington Regional’s commitment to investing in technologies that benefit our patients,” said Dr. Hollis Rogers III, a colorectal surgeon and chair of Washington Regional’s robotics committee. “The improved features of the da Vinci 5, such as tactile feedback, mean better results for patients. Robotic-assisted surgery has many benefits, but for years, it lacked the sense of touch. The da Vinci 5 lets surgeons feel the pressure applied to tissue during surgery, providing us with better control, which leads to a better outcome for the patient.”

Washington Regional has used da Vinci robotic systems since 2012.

According to the International Journal of Abdominal Wall and Hernia Surgery, the robotic surgery market value is rising and expected to reach $23 billion by 2030.

A da Vinci system costs between $500,000 and $2.5 million, depending on model, configuration and location. This does not include the annual service fee of up to $190,000 or the recurring cost of instruments and accessories, at $600 to $3,500 per surgical procedure.