Robotic-Assisted Surgery With Dr. Nisha Reddy, Virtua Health
Nicole Michalik and Marisa Magnatta speak with Dr. Nisha Reddy, DO, Virtua Health. They discuss robotic-assisted surgery. They cover what it is and its benefits.
Robotic-assisted surgery allows doctors to perform many types of complex procedures with more precision. It also allows for more flexibility and control than is possible with conventional techniques. Robotic surgery is usually used for minimally invasive surgery. These are procedures performed through tiny incisions. It is also sometimes used in certain traditional open surgical procedures.
Above all, robotic-assisted surgery means less downtime and an easier recovery.
Some of the topics discussed include:
- Can you start by explaining what this is and how it differs from conventional surgery?
- Can you explain how you control the robot?
- So to clear up any confusion, the surgeon is controlling the robot at all times, right?
- What are the main benefits of receiving a robotic-assisted surgery?
- What type of training or certifications do Virtua surgeons have to complete to utilize robotic technology?
- And to that point, how do you stay up-to-date on the latest developments or even simply using the equipment?
- Can you describe the culture around robotics and technological innovations at Virtua?
- Would you say that robotics and AI-powered tech is the future of health care?
- With all this breakthrough technology, what excites you most about the future of health care?
Find out more at Virtua Health.
Nicole Michalik is the afternoon drive host on 925XTU. She has been with the station for the past 5 years and was named CRS New Face of Country Music. Nicole always had a strong love for pop-culture and has been working in entertainment since her college internship. As a content creator for 925XTU, Nicole writes articles on Philly happenings, sports, celebrity relationships, pop culture moments and anything else she finds fun and exciting!