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‘World’s first’ surgical humanoid robot brings high precision in spine procedures
Switzerland-based LEM Surgical has introduced Dynamis, the world’s first commercially deployed surgical humanoid robot designed specifically for spine and orthopedic procedures. Showcased at CES 2026 within NVIDIA’s exhibition area, Dynamis features a three-arm robotic architecture that mimics human bimanual workflows, enabling surgeons to position instruments with sub-millimeter precision. The system integrates two robotic arms for surgical guidance and instrument handling, plus a third arm dedicated to controlling the navigation camera, all mounted on a mobile cart that minimizes operating room footprint. Dynamis leverages NVIDIA Isaac for Healthcare and onboard AI to compensate for micro-movements, enhancing stability and accuracy during complex spinal surgeries, including thoracic, lumbar, and sacral approaches. It has received FDA 510(k) clearance and is already in routine clinical use at Southern Hills Hospital in Las Vegas. Looking ahead, LEM Surgical plans to evolve Dynamis by incorporating NVIDIA’s Physical AI ecosystem to further advance hard-tissue robotic surgery. Future iterations
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On September 23, 2025, a groundbreaking robotic surgery was performed linking Jaber Al-Ahmad Hospital in Kuwait with Hospital Cruz Vermelha in Brazil, setting a new world record for the longest distance between a surgeon and patient during a robotic operation at 12,034.92 kilometers (7,456 miles). Surgeons successfully conducted two-way robotic surgeries—first from Kuwait to Brazil, then from Brazil to Kuwait—carrying out inguinal TAPP hernia repairs with high precision and no reported complications. This achievement was made possible by a purpose-built, high-bandwidth international network delivering an average latency of 199 milliseconds, 80 Mbps bandwidth, and minimal packet loss, ensuring near real-time responsiveness despite the vast distance. The operation demonstrated the potential of advanced telecom infrastructure to support latency-sensitive healthcare applications globally, highlighting the importance of engineered connectivity with redundancy and diverse routing to maintain uninterrupted performance during critical procedures. The collaboration involved multidisciplinary teams of surgeons, scientists, and engineers, showcasing how
roboticsremote-surgerytelemedicinerobotic-surgeryhealthcare-technologysurgical-robotsmedical-roboticsMicron-accurate robot completes world's first cataract procedure
A surgical robotics system developed at UCLA by Horizon Surgical Systems has successfully completed the world’s first robotic-assisted human cataract surgery, marking a significant advancement in ophthalmic care. Cataracts, which cause clouding of the eye’s natural lens and affect nearly 94 million people globally, are the leading cause of blindness. While cataract surgery is common—with over 26 million procedures annually—it requires extreme precision due to the delicate, micron-scale anatomy involved. In a first-in-human study involving 10 patients, surgeons at UCLA’s Jules Stein Eye Institute used Horizon’s Polaris robotic platform to perform standard cataract procedures without any adverse events. The system allowed surgeons to operate from a cockpit with real-time visual and tactile feedback, while robotic arms executed precise corneal incisions, lens removal, and implantation of artificial lenses to restore vision. This breakthrough is the culmination of over a decade of collaboration between UCLA engineers and physicians, supported by NIH funding and led by co-founders from UCLA faculty. The Polaris system demonstrated
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The global surgical robotics market, currently valued in the billions, is projected to double by 2029, according to a comprehensive report from MassDevice’s Medtech Market Intelligence. Authored by Gayle Grimes, the nearly 100-page report offers detailed forecasts for both U.S. and international markets and analyzes major industry players such as Intuitive, Stryker, Zimmer Biomet, Johnson & Johnson, and Medtronic, among others. Intuitive remains the dominant provider in soft-tissue robotic systems with its next-generation da Vinci 5 multiport robot, while Stryker leads in orthopedic robotic surgery. Despite this, numerous companies are entering the space, indicating significant competitive activity and growth potential. The report highlights that robotic-assisted surgeries currently account for only about 2.5% of the 10 million major operating room procedures performed annually in the U.S., suggesting substantial room for market expansion domestically. It provides extensive insights into surgical robotics procedures, technologies, innovations, market trends,
roboticssurgical-roboticsmedical-robotshealthcare-technologyrobotic-surgeryteleroboticsautonomous-systemsNeocis unveils upgraded Yomi S robotic system for dental implants - The Robot Report
Neocis has introduced Yomi S, an upgraded version of its robotic system designed for dental implant surgery. The system incorporates YomiPlan, an AI-driven software that enhances surgical precision, streamlines workflows, and improves patient outcomes by reducing incisions and surgical time, which in turn shortens recovery periods and lessens discomfort. Yomi S features a smaller footprint, improved dexterity, enhanced visibility, and an AI-powered planning suite that automates complex preoperative tasks. It can be operated by a single practitioner using a foot pedal and touchscreen, reflecting Neocis’s focus on usability and efficiency in dental procedures. Despite the large potential market—nearly 200 million Americans missing at least one tooth and a significant number of older adults needing full arch replacements—robotics remains rare in dentistry. Neocis’s CEO, Alon Mozes, highlighted that dental robotics faces unique challenges, including a fragmented market with many small dental supply companies, limited venture capital investment, and slower R&D compared
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US company XCath has achieved a global first by successfully performing robotic-assisted brain aneurysm treatments using its EVR system. The landmark procedures, conducted at The Panama Clinic in Panama City under Dr. Vitor Mendes Pereira and Dr. Anastasio Ameijeiras Sibauste, involved navigating the robot with sub-millimeter precision through delicate brain vessels to deploy flow-diverting stents and intrasaccular implants. This marks only the second time a surgical robot has been used for intracranial neurovascular intervention and establishes XCath’s EVR as the first triaxial neurovascular robot capable of such complex intracranial navigation and treatment. Brain aneurysms affect millions worldwide and often go undetected until rupture, which can be fatal or cause severe neurological damage. The EVR system’s precision offers enhanced control and consistency beyond human limits, potentially enabling less experienced physicians to perform these high-risk interventions safely and improving patient outcomes. The success of these procedures also highlights Panama’s emerging role as
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A groundbreaking milestone in remote stroke treatment was achieved when Professor Iris Grunwald of Dundee performed the world’s first remote thrombectomy on a human cadaver using a robotic system developed by Lithuanian MedTech company Sentante. This system allows a neurointerventionist to clear blocked brain vessels with surgical precision from a distant location, demonstrated further by Dr. Ricardo Hanel performing the first transatlantic thrombectomy from Jacksonville, Florida, to Dundee, Scotland, over 4,000 miles away. The Sentante platform uniquely replicates the tactile feedback of manual surgery by transmitting authentic force sensations to the surgeon’s fingertips, enabling precise control despite the remote setting. Stroke affects around 15 million people annually, with thrombectomy being the gold-standard treatment for major vessel blockages. However, access is limited due to a shortage of specialists and geographic barriers, especially in regions like northern Scotland where patients face long travel times to specialist centers. Delays significantly reduce the chances of a good outcome, as every six minutes
roboticsremote-surgerymedical-robotstelemedicinestroke-treatmentrobotic-surgeryhealthcare-technologySS Innovations completes first telesurgery with new SSi Mantra console - The Robot Report
SS Innovations International Inc. has successfully completed the first telesurgery using its newly developed SSi Mantra Tele Surgeon Console (TSC), a compact, chair-based version of its larger SSi Mantra surgeon command center. Unveiled in 2024, the TSC features a smaller footprint, portability, and built-in electronics with lightweight glasses and 3D magnified viewing, enabling telesurgeries to be performed from diverse locations such as physician offices rather than traditional operating rooms. This design aims to expand patient access to surgical expertise by allowing surgical experts to operate remotely as long as connectivity is available. The company, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has focused on making robotic surgery more affordable and accessible globally, with its product lineup including the multi-arm SSi Mantra system and SSi Mudra instruments. To date, 35 telesurgeries, including 10 cardiac procedures, have been completed using the SSi Mantra, with the first American telesurgery occurring in June 2024
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In October 2025, the robotics industry saw significant developments highlighted by The Robot Report, coinciding with the return of the RoboBusiness event in Santa Clara, California. Key advancements included EndoQuest Robotics completing the first robotic endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) procedure at the Mayo Clinic as part of a multicenter trial evaluating their Endoluminal Surgical System for gastrointestinal applications. Meanwhile, 1X Technologies opened preorders for NEO, a humanoid robot designed specifically for household use, marking a strategic shift toward consumer robotics. Revolute Robotics secured $1.9 million in funding to accelerate deployment of its autonomous ground and aerial robots for inspection, security, and defense sectors. Other notable updates involved Singapore’s National Robotics Programme unveiling initiatives to boost robot adoption and workforce readiness through shared testbeds, collaborations, and national standards. Serve Robotics planned to raise up to $100 million via stock sales to fund its sidewalk delivery robot operations. Amazon introduced the Blue Jay robot and Project
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The article highlights the prominence of surgical robotics at the upcoming DeviceTalks West and RoboBusiness events, held concurrently at the Santa Clara Convention Center on October 15-16. Surgical robots, recognized as a leading application of robotics and AI in healthcare, will be the focus of multiple sessions covering topics such as intellectual property protection, modern surgical robot suites, and the evolution from teleoperation to autonomous humanoid surgical robots. Notably, Intuitive Surgical’s senior VP Iman Jeddi will deliver a keynote on the redesign and launch of the da Vinci 5 system, underscoring ongoing innovation in this field. RoboBusiness 2025 emphasizes the development and commercialization of automation technologies, featuring tracks on design, enabling technologies, AI, and robotics, alongside networking opportunities and a Pitchfire competition. DeviceTalks West will convene top engineers, executives, and innovators to discuss advances in surgical robotics and digital surgery, including new clinical therapies like neurovascular treatment and expanded use in ambulatory surgery centers.
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The article highlights the critical role of advanced motor solutions in the evolving field of medical robotics, emphasizing how precision motion systems underpin improvements in surgical outcomes and patient care. As robotic-assisted surgery and automated medical devices become more compact and capable, the demand for highly accurate, reliable motors grows. Portescap, a leader in precision motor technology, addresses these needs by developing specialized brushless DC (BLDC) motors with slotless designs that minimize cogging torque, enabling smooth, high-torque, and high-speed motion essential for delicate procedures like microsurgery and endoscopy. Coupled with high-resolution magnetic encoders, these motors provide real-time feedback crucial for precise robotic control. The article also underscores the importance of durability and sterility in medical environments. Portescap designs motors, encoders, and gearheads to withstand rigorous sterilization processes, including over 1,000 autoclave cycles, ensuring safety and cost-effectiveness by facilitating device reuse rather than disposables. Additionally, the trend toward mini
roboticsmedical-roboticsprecision-motorsbrushless-DC-motorssurgical-technologymotion-controlrobotic-surgeryMicrobot Medical closes stock sale with $29.2M raised - The Robot Report
Microbot Medical Inc., a company specializing in advanced robotic technology for endovascular procedures, has completed the final closing of its stock option exercise, raising $29.2 million by selling 13.9 million shares of common stock. Founded in 2010 and based in Hingham, Massachusetts, Microbot offers the LIBERTY Endovascular Robotic System, a single-use, remotely operated device designed to improve precision, safety, and efficiency in neurovascular, cardiovascular, and peripheral vascular procedures. The system’s compact, single-use design enables controlled remote operation, potentially lowering procedure costs and enhancing care quality. In addition to the stock sale, Microbot announced a new patent for a modular robotic surgical system featuring a base and multiple interchangeable tool-receiver units, which could broaden LIBERTY’s applicability across various endovascular procedures. The company has issued new short-term Series J preferred investment options with an exercise price of $4.50 per share, potentially raising up to $63 million if fully exercised.
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Medical Microinstruments Inc. (MMI) has completed the first neurosurgical cases using its Symani Surgical System in a clinical trial sponsored by the Jacobs Institute at Buffalo General Medical Center. The Symani system features a portable cart with a macropositioner and micromanipulators offering seven degrees of freedom, designed to enhance precision in delicate microsurgical procedures. This milestone builds on a 2024 preclinical study and demonstrates the system’s ability to perform highly skilled maneuvers in neurosurgery, potentially surpassing human manual capabilities. MMI aims to expand robotic microsurgery into complex areas such as neurovascular disease treatment, with the goal of reducing stroke, seizures, paralysis, and vision problems. The system combines wristed micro-instruments with tremor reduction and motion scaling and has been used in over 2,000 cases globally, primarily in lymphatic surgery. Although FDA-authorized for general use in the U.S. and CE-marked in Europe, the Symani system has
roboticsmedical-roboticssurgical-robotsneurosurgeryrobotic-surgerymedical-technologyrobotic-microsurgeryEndoQuest Robotics completes first robotic ESD procedure at Mayo Clinic - The Robot Report
EndoQuest Robotics announced that a surgeon at the Mayo Clinic successfully completed the first robotic endoscopic submucosal dissection (ESD) procedure using its Endoluminal Surgical (ELS) System as part of the multicenter PARADIGM Trial. This trial is designed to evaluate the system for lower gastrointestinal tract procedures. Dr. Norio Fukami, a leading expert in therapeutic endoscopy at Mayo Clinic Arizona, performed the 4 cm colorectal lesion removal under an FDA Investigational Device Exemption pivotal trial. He praised the device for its intuitive use, enhanced surgical control through dynamic traction and counter-traction, and its potential to make complex procedures more straightforward and reproducible, representing a significant advancement in endoluminal therapies. EndoQuest developed the ELS System to address the technical challenges and steep learning curve associated with ESD and other advanced endoluminal procedures, which are limited by conventional flexible endoscopes. Preclinical data from Brigham and Women’s Hospital
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Microbot Medical, developer of the LIBERTY Endovascular Robotic System, has received its first Japanese patent covering the core technology of its compact robotic device designed to drive and manipulate elongate surgical tools. This milestone follows recent patents granted in the U.S., China, and Israel, as well as FDA 510(k) clearance in September. The company aims to expand beyond its initial focus on the U.S. market into strategically important regions like Japan, leveraging FDA clearance to potentially expedite local regulatory approvals and adoption. The LIBERTY system is designed to enhance precision, safety, and efficiency in neurovascular, cardiovascular, and peripheral vascular procedures through remote-controlled, single-use robotic technology. Microbot highlights that LIBERTY’s compact design could reduce procedure costs and improve care quality. Additionally, a recently granted patent for a modular robotic surgical system may enable adapting LIBERTY for a broader range of endovascular applications. To support ongoing development, commercialization, and regulatory efforts, Microbot plans to raise up
roboticsmedical-roboticssurgical-robotsendovascular-proceduresrobotic-surgeryhealthcare-technologymedical-devicesRonovo Surgical’s Carina robot gains $67M boost, J&J deal
Ronovo Surgical, a Shanghai-based company, has secured $67 million in its Series D financing round, led by Johnson & Johnson’s corporate venture capital arm, JJDC. This latest funding adds to previous rounds, bringing Ronovo’s total capital raised to over $100 million in 2025. Alongside the financing, Ronovo entered a targeted collaboration with Johnson & Johnson to promote commercialization of its Carina modular robotic surgery platform in China. The partnership aims to provide hospitals in parts of China access to Carina’s technology combined with complementary J&J MedTech surgical tools. The Carina platform, unveiled in February 2023, is a modular, configurable robotic system designed to assist laparoscopic surgeries across multiple specialties, including general surgery, gynecology, urology, and thoracic surgery. It addresses key challenges in minimally invasive procedures by offering surgeons flexibility in instrument choice and anatomical access. In March 2025, Carina received approval from China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMP
robotsurgical-robotmedical-roboticsRonovo-SurgicalCarina-platformmodular-roboticsrobotic-surgeryNeuralink performs first-ever brain implant surgeries in Canada
Neuralink has successfully performed its first brain-computer interface implant surgeries in Canada, marking a significant expansion of its clinical trials beyond the United States and the United Kingdom. Two patients with cervical spinal cord injuries underwent robotic-assisted implantation of Neuralink’s wireless brain device at the University Health Network (UHN) in Toronto as part of the CAN-PRIME Study. This study aims to assess the safety of the implant and surgical robot, and to determine whether individuals with paralysis can use their thoughts to control external devices such as cursors, text messaging, or robotic arms. Recruitment for the study is ongoing, including patients with cervical spinal injuries or amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). The implants hold promise for dramatically improving the quality of life for people with paralysis by enabling them to perform everyday tasks like checking emails or using smart home devices through thought control. The surgeries underscore Canada’s growing prominence in neurotechnology research, with UHN recognized as a leading center for surgical innovation. Neuralink, founded by Elon
robotbrain-computer-interfaceneural-implantsneurotechnologyrobotic-surgeryassistive-technologywireless-devicesIntuitive laying off 331 workers in California
Intuitive Surgical has announced a permanent layoff of 331 employees at its Sunnyvale, California headquarters, effective October 27, 2025. The company filed a WARN notice with California officials on August 21, citing the cessation of graveyard and weekend shifts for the production of its Ion instruments and accessories, along with related logistics and quality operations. These shifts will end on October 23 and 24, 2025, respectively, and the company will transition from a 4×10 to a 5×8 shift schedule for all production teams in Sunnyvale. The layoffs represent just over 2% of Intuitive’s total workforce of 15,638 employees. The majority of affected roles include assembly technicians, manufacturing leads, material handlers, and trainers. The affected positions are tied to the production of the Ion robotic bronchoscopy system, a minimally invasive, catheter-based platform cleared by the FDA in 2019 that enables precise lung biopsies using fiber optic shape sensor technology.
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In a groundbreaking surgical achievement at St Vincent’s Hospital in Sydney, doctors successfully performed the world’s first dual-robot procedure to remove a throat tumor while preserving the patient’s voice and swallowing functions. The surgery involved a 27-year-old man with a sarcoma near his voice box. Using a combination of the da Vinci robotic system for tumor removal and the Symani robotic system for delicate microsurgical reconstruction, surgeons excised the tumor completely without resorting to a total laryngectomy, thereby maintaining the patient’s near-normal speech and swallowing abilities. The dual-robot approach leveraged the complementary strengths of both systems: the da Vinci robot provided enhanced precision and visibility for minimally invasive tumor resection, while the Symani robot enabled ultra-fine microsurgical repairs, including reconnecting tiny blood vessels less than 1–1.5 millimeters wide. This synergy not only preserved critical anatomical structures but also reduced surgeon fatigue by translating hand movements into highly precise, tremor-free actions. St Vincent’s Hospital is
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Researchers at the University at Buffalo have developed a novel fabric-based electronic textile (E-textile) sensor that mimics human skin’s ability to sense pressure, slippage, and movement. This sensor, integrated onto 3D-printed robotic fingers and a compliant gripper, enables robots to react in real time by adjusting their grip strength dynamically—tightening or loosening as needed. The sensor operates via the tribovoltaic effect, generating electrical signals from friction, and demonstrates response times as fast as 0.76 milliseconds, surpassing typical human touch receptor speeds. This rapid and sensitive feedback allows robots to detect object slippage and adjust their grasp without crushing items, significantly enhancing robotic dexterity. The breakthrough holds promise for a variety of applications requiring fine motor control and delicate touch, such as collaborative manufacturing tasks, robotic surgery, and prosthetic limbs. The research team plans to incorporate reinforcement learning to further improve control algorithms and explore the sensor’s adaptability across different robotic platforms. Funded by the University
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Surgeons at the Cleveland Clinic have successfully performed the world’s first robotic aortic valve replacement (AVR) through a small neck incision, avoiding the traditional chest opening (sternotomy). Led by Dr. Marijan Koprivanac, this transcervical robotic approach offers a less-invasive alternative to conventional AVR, which typically requires opening the chest and results in longer, more painful recoveries. The technique uses robotic arms inserted via a small incision along a natural neck crease, allowing precise removal of the diseased valve and implantation of a prosthetic valve through four small incisions. Four patients underwent this procedure earlier in 2025, all experiencing low pain levels and rapid recovery, with some returning to physical activities within a week. Building on Dr. Koprivanac’s prior experience with transcervical thymectomy, the team refined the AVR technique through cadaver studies before clinical application. Initial cases showed an average cross-clamp time of about 140 minutes, with most patients discharged within
roboticsrobotic-surgerymedical-robotsminimally-invasive-surgeryhealthcare-technologyrobotic-assisted-surgerysurgical-innovationSS Innovations completes intercontinental robotic cardiac telesurgery with SSi Mantra - The Robot Report
SS Innovations International announced a groundbreaking intercontinental robotic cardiac telesurgery performed on July 19, 2025. Dr. Sudhir Srivastava, CEO and Chairman, remotely operated the company’s SSi Mantra 3 surgical robotic system from Strasbourg, France, to conduct an atrial septal defect closure on a patient located 4,000 miles away at the Sri Aurobindo Institute of Medical Sciences (SAIMS) in Indore, India. The surgery, completed during the Society of Robotic Surgery (SRS) Annual Meeting, was executed without technical issues, demonstrating imperceptible latency and high precision. This achievement highlights the advanced capabilities of the SSi Mantra 3 system and represents a significant step toward expanding access to complex cardiac care globally, particularly in regions lacking surgical expertise. SS Innovations, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, has been advancing robotic telesurgery technology to make it more affordable and accessible worldwide. The company’s product line includes the SSi Mantra
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Intuitive Surgical recently showcased advanced telesurgery capabilities for its da Vinci 5 surgical robot during a live demonstration at the Society of Robotic Surgery conference in Strasbourg, France. The demo involved two surgeons—Dr. Doug Stoddard in Georgia and Dr. Andrea Pakula in Strasbourg—collaborating remotely over a distance exceeding 4,000 miles. Using a dual-console da Vinci 5 system, they performed a procedure on an advanced tissue model that simulates live tissue behavior. The system enabled seamless remote control handoffs and incorporated force feedback, allowing both surgeons to feel the forces applied to the tissue, highlighting significant progress in remote surgical collaboration. Intuitive emphasized that while telesurgery is not a new concept for the company—citing the 2001 “Operation Lindbergh” transatlantic procedure—the current focus is on building a robust infrastructure to ensure safety, reliability, and consistent clinical use. The da Vinci 5 platform integrates foundational computing power to support new capabilities such as force feedback
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SS Innovations International has surpassed 100 installations of its SSi Mantra surgical robotic systems across India and six other countries, with over 5,000 successful surgeries performed to date, including 240 cardiac surgeries and 32 telesurgeries. The SSi Mantra 3 system features more than 40 types of robotic endo-surgical instruments catering to various specialties, emphasizing affordability, accessibility, and ease of use. The company aims to expand its global footprint, planning to submit a De Novo application to the U.S. FDA by July 2025 and pursue CE marking certification in the European Union by late 2025. Recently, SS Innovations completed a pioneering robotic telesurgery for weight loss, performing two One-Anastomosis Gastric Bypass (OAGB) procedures remotely over a 560-mile distance between Gurugram and Indore, India. The surgeries were conducted with zero perceptible lag and flawless precision, led remotely by Dr. Mohit Bhandari, a leading
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A recent study by University of California San Diego researchers demonstrates the potential of humanoid surgical robots to alleviate physician burnout and reduce hospital wait times amid growing healthcare system strains. The team developed a bimanual teleoperation system for the Unitree G1 humanoid robot, equipped with Inspire Gen4 robotic hands, allowing a human operator to remotely control both arms for diverse medical tasks. Tested across seven procedures—including physical exams (such as auscultation and Leopold maneuvers), emergency interventions (like Bag Valve Mask ventilation and endotracheal intubation), and precision needle insertions—the robot showed promising ability to replicate key medical assessments and interventions. The system employs impedance control and a virtual spring-damper mechanism to ensure safe, precise, and coordinated bimanual movements, with operator inputs captured via foot pedals, HTC Vive trackers, and cameras. Despite these advances, challenges remain, notably limited force capacity for high-strength procedures and sensor sensitivity constraints affecting accuracy. The study highlights that current surgical robots tend
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Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have developed an advanced surgical robot, SRT-H (Hierarchical Surgical Robot Transformer), that autonomously performed a complete 17-step gallbladder removal procedure on a realistic anatomical model without any human intervention. Unlike previous surgical robots, which operated under rigid, pre-marked conditions, SRT-H demonstrated expert-level adaptability by responding to unpredictable anatomical variations, complications, and voice commands, much like a human surgical trainee. This marks a significant milestone in surgical robotics, shifting from tool-assisted precision to intelligent, interactive execution capable of real-time adjustments during surgery. The robot was trained using videos of gallbladder surgeries on pig cadavers, learning through a combination of visual data and spoken feedback, similar to how a junior doctor is trained. Built on machine learning architecture akin to ChatGPT, SRT-H achieved 100% accuracy across multiple tests, even when faced with altered tissue appearance and randomized starting positions. This breakthrough suggests a future where autonomous surgical systems can handle the complexities and unpredict
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Johns Hopkins University has developed a surgical robot, the Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy (SRT-H), capable of autonomously performing a complex phase of gallbladder removal surgery on a lifelike patient model. Unlike previous robotic systems that operated under rigid, pre-mapped conditions, SRT-H adapts in real time to individual anatomical variations and unexpected scenarios, responding to voice commands and corrections from the surgical team much like a novice surgeon learning from a mentor. Built using machine learning architecture similar to ChatGPT, the robot demonstrates human-like adaptability and understanding, marking a significant advancement toward clinically viable autonomous surgical systems. The robot was trained by analyzing videos of surgeons performing gallbladder surgeries on pig cadavers, supplemented with task-specific captions. It successfully executed a sequence of 17 intricate surgical tasks—such as identifying ducts and arteries, placing clips, and cutting tissue—with 100% accuracy, though it took longer than a human surgeon to complete the procedure. This achievement builds on prior work where the team
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Intuitive Surgical has received CE mark approval for its latest da Vinci 5 Surgical System, allowing its use for minimally invasive endoscopic procedures in both adult and pediatric patients across Europe. The system is designed for a range of surgeries including urologic, gynecologic, and general laparoscopic procedures within the abdominopelvic and thoracoscopic regions. The da Vinci 5 represents over a decade of development and is described as the company’s most advanced and integrated robotic platform, aiming to improve surgical outcomes, efficiency, and provide actionable insights for future minimally invasive care. The da Vinci 5 system features more than 150 enhancements over previous models, including new surgeon controllers, vibration and tremor controls, and Force Feedback-enabled technology. It offers the most realistic 3D vision system to date and an ergonomic surgeon console to support surgeon longevity. Operational improvements include greater surgeon autonomy, streamlined workflows with a universal user interface, and integrated dynamic assistance to automate certain tasks. The system also incorporates an intelligent
robotsurgical-robotda-Vinci-surgical-systemminimally-invasive-surgerymedical-roboticsrobotic-surgeryhealthcare-technologyDistalmotion makes its first multirobot sale in the U.S. - The Robot Report
Distalmotion has achieved its first multirobot sale in the U.S. with AdventHealth, a large healthcare system operating 50 hospitals across nine states, adopting its DEXTER robotic surgery system to expand minimally invasive procedures. AdventHealth has already completed initial surgeries using DEXTER in its outpatient department, highlighting the system’s alignment with goals for flexibility and efficiency. The DEXTER system, developed by the Lausanne-based company with U.S. offices in Cleveland, is commercially available in both the U.S. and Europe and is designed to simplify operations and broaden access to robotic surgery, particularly in outpatient hospital departments and ambulatory surgical centers. The DEXTER robot addresses the rising demand for surgical robotics in high-volume soft-tissue procedures moving to outpatient settings by offering a mobile, compact, and quickly deployable system that integrates easily into existing workflows. Unique features include a sterile console that allows surgeons to perform bedside tasks without breaking sterility or redocking, and an open architecture compatible with existing instruments
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In a groundbreaking first for the United States, surgeons at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center in Houston successfully performed a fully robotic heart transplant without opening the chest or cutting through the breastbone. Conducted in early March 2025 on a 45-year-old man with advanced heart failure, the procedure utilized robotic tools to make small incisions and navigate through the preperitoneal space, enabling the removal of the diseased heart and implantation of the donor organ. This minimally invasive approach significantly reduced surgical trauma, blood loss, infection risk, and improved recovery by preserving the chest wall’s integrity. The robotic heart transplant marks a major advancement in transplant surgery, combining robotic precision with one of medicine’s most complex operations. Unlike traditional open-chest transplants, this method avoids bone cutting, which lowers the need for blood transfusions and reduces the risk of antibody development that can lead to organ rejection. The patient was discharged a month after surgery without complications, highlighting the potential for faster mobilization, better lung
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SS Innovations International Inc. has completed its first robotic cardiac surgery in the Americas using its SSi Mantra 3 surgical robotic system. On June 8, 2024, Dr. Juan Zuniga at Interhospital in Guayaquil, Ecuador, performed a robotic Atrial Septal Defect closure, marking the first such procedure in the Western Hemisphere with this technology. The minimally invasive surgery, which repairs a hole between the heart’s upper chambers, was successful, with the patient recovering well. Interhospital is the first South American hospital to install the SSi Mantra system, which has already been used for various complex surgeries since its installation. The SSi Mantra system is described as a user-friendly, modular, multi-arm robotic platform featuring three to five robotic arms, a 3D 4K monitor, an ergonomic surgeon command center, and advanced imaging capabilities that enhance precision and safety. It supports over 40 types of robotic endo-surgical instruments across multiple specialties, including
robotsurgical-roboticsrobotic-surgerycardiac-surgerymedical-technologyminimally-invasive-surgeryhealthcare-roboticsNHS plans to cut waitlist times by expanding access to robotic surgeries - The Robot Report
The NHS of England has announced ambitious plans to significantly expand the use of robotic surgery over the next decade to reduce waiting times and improve patient outcomes. By 2035, the NHS aims to perform half a million robotic operations annually, a substantial increase from 70,000 in 2023-2024. Robotic surgery, particularly in keyhole procedures, is expected to become the default approach for 90% of such surgeries, up from 20% today. This expansion is part of the NHS’s broader commitment to shorten elective waiting times by 2029, leveraging advanced technology to increase surgical capacity, enhance precision, and promote faster patient recovery with shorter hospital stays. Robotic surgery offers several advantages over traditional methods, including greater dexterity for surgeons and less physical strain, as surgeons operate instruments via a console with 3D visualization. The technology has broadened beyond its initial focus on urological cancer surgeries to include colorectal, gynecological, ENT, and orthopedic procedures. Some robotic systems
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robotrobotic-surgerybronchoscopymedical-technologyminimally-invasive-proceduresJohnson-&-Johnsonhealthcare-innovationSS Innovations reaches 4,000 robotic surgeries with SSi Mantra robotic system - The Robot Report
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