Because of his experience, Dr. Gilbert is able to offer minimally invasive, robotic surgery for virtually all urologic conditions and for patients who were previously not considered candidates due to their weight, previous surgery, high-risk cancers or complex conditions.
Robotic Procedures Offered Include:
• Radical Prostatectomy (for prostate cancer)
• Nephrectomy (for kidney cancer)
• Partial Nephrectomy (kidney tumors while saving the rest of the kidney)
• Adrenalectomy (adrenal tumors while saving the rest of the adrenal gland)
• Nephroureterectomy (upper tract urothelial cancer)
• Pyeloplasty (repair obstruction of kidney)
• Cystectomy (for bladder cancer)
• Sacrocolpopexy (for female pelvic organ prolapse)
An Experienced Surgical Team
A specially selected team of nurses and surgical assistants works with Dr. Gilbert during the minimally invasive, robotic surgical procedures. These medical professionals also specialize in robotic surgery and have worked directly with him during many of procedures.
Is Robotic Surgery with Dr. Gilbert Right for Me?
Dr. Gilbert uses the robotic da Vinci® Surgical System at Honor Health Hospital System to perform complex and delicate procedures through tiny incisions, assisted by unmatched vision, precision, dexterity
and control.
The robot is not programmable and makes no movements that are not completely controlled by the surgeon. It is vital to have a highly skilled surgeon who is trained in this specialized type of surgery and has as much experience as possible. Choosing robotic surgery with Dr. Gilbert with his experienced team at his side gives you the opportunity for an outstanding result.
The advantages for the patient can include less discomfort and scarring, less risk of infection and blood loss, a shorter hospital stay, and a significantly faster recovery.
• Fewer complications
• Less blood loss and risk of infection
• Less pain and scarring
• Shorter hospital stay
• Faster return to normal activities