Single-port Robotic Surgery Is Making Its Debut In The Mountain West

Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah (the U) proudly introduces the first and only single-port robot in the Mountain West for head and neck surgical oncology patients. This state-of-the-art technology is a groundbreaking step in the field of oncological surgery, allowing for greater precision and less invasive procedures. Under the visionary leadership of dedicated healthcare professionals, the institute is committed to revolutionizing treatments for cancer patients.

“I am delighted that Huntsman Cancer Institute can now offer cancer patients in the Mountain West access to this innovative and life-changing technology,” says Sachin Apte, MD, MS, MBA, chief clinical officer at Huntsman Cancer Institute, physician-in-chief of the cancer hospital, and professor of obstetrics and gynecology at the U. “While our surgeons have been conducting robotic cancer surgery for over a decade, the single-port robot represents a significant advancement that can substantially improve recovery time and minimize side-effects in select patients.”

Huntsman Cancer Institute first opened its robotic surgery program in 2011 and remains one of the most advanced and comprehensive in the U.S. today. With 15 surgeons performing in a variety of specialized cancer procedures, they have completed over 5,000 robotic operations to date.