St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital Enhances Surgical Capabilities with New da Vinci Robot

HOUSTON, TX -- St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital today announced the acquisition of a new da Vinci surgical robot, marking a significant advancement in the hospital's commitment to providing cutting-edge medical care to the community. This state-of-the-art technology will greatly enhance the hospital's surgical capabilities, offering patients more precise and less invasive treatment options.

"Bringing the da Vinci robot to St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital is a testament to our dedication to innovation and patient-centered care," said Elizabeth Ortega, President of St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital. "Robotic-assisted surgery represents the future of surgical treatment, offering numerous benefits to our patients, including smaller incisions, less pain, shorter hospital stays, and faster recovery times. We are thrilled to offer this advanced technology to our community."

The da Vinci surgical system allows surgeons to perform complex procedures with enhanced vision, dexterity, and precision. This translates to a multitude of benefits for patients across various surgical specialties.

Dr. Jantzen Thorns, a General Surgeon at St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital, echoed Ortega's excitement. "As surgeons, our primary goal is to provide the safest and most effective outcomes for our patients. The da Vinci robot empowers us to do just that," stated Dr. Thorns. "The enhanced visualization and fine motor control offered by this system allows for an incredibly high level of precision. We are proud to be at the forefront of surgical innovation."

The addition of the da Vinci robot underscores St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital's ongoing commitment to investing in advanced medical technology and providing its patients with the highest quality of care. Patients requiring surgical intervention can now benefit from this groundbreaking technology right here in their community.

About St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital
St. Luke's Health–The Vintage Hospital is nationally-recognized for providing high-quality, compassionate care to Northwest Houston communities including Willowbrook, Champions and Tomball. With the resources and expertise of the St. Luke’s Health system, St. Luke's-The Vintage offers the latest advancements in diagnostic and surgical services, including heart care, lung health and orthopedics. St. Luke’s Health is a member of CommonSpirit. Learn more at commonspirit.org/vintage.

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