When Gastric Cancer Struck, Robotic Surgery Delivered Hope to Roberto

Six days before Roberto Tellez was scheduled to see his local primary care provider in Tallahassee, a routine order for laboratory testing set in motion a…

UF Health implements da Vinci 5 advanced surgical system

April 15, 2025

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — UF Health Shands Hospital is among a number of hospitals around the nation now using the latest breakthrough in robotic surgery to improve…

UF Health Flagler Hospital adds the latest robotic surgery technology

February 27, 2025

UF Health Flagler Hospital now offers patients the latest in robotic surgical care, thanks to the installation of the da Vinci 5, the most technologically…

Physician Spotlight: Abdominal Cancer Surgeon Offers New Hope to Patients With Complex Cases

Ibrahim Nassour, MD, MSCS, has a passion for surgical oncology that stems from his desire to help cure cancer patients so they can continue to live fulfilling…

How Robotic Surgery Is Reshaping Pediatric Care Safely and Effectively

In the ever-evolving landscape of pediatric surgery, advances in technology continue to revolutionize patient care. Among these innovations, robotic surgery…

Are You at Risk of a Hernia?

Almost everyone has heard of a hernia, but few understand its potential risks. Over five million people in the United States will suffer from a hernia, yet…

UF Health leads way in robotic joint replacement system

December 7, 2022

University of Florida Health became one of the first large academic health centers in the Southeast this year to begin using a robot-assisted system in total…

Prostate-Specific Antigen Screening: How a Simple Blood Test Saved Marvin’s Life

When Marvin Sanders first received the diagnosis of prostate cancer, he laughed to keep himself from crying. “I was scared and I was shocked,” Marvin said.…

Six Things You Should Know About Prostate Cancer

Thomas F. Stringer, MD, a board-certified urologist and associate chairman of UF Health Urology, provides an expert’s perspective on a disease that affects 11%…

Traveling for Kidney Care: Baylor’s Journey

Baylor Bennett was born with a blockage in his kidneys. His parents were told that he would grow out of it, and for six years, he had no symptoms. Then, one…