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Minimally Invasive/Robotics Surgery
Robotic and Minimally Invasive Urology
Faculty members of the Department of Urology are pioneers in developing new innovations and technologies that have led to safer and more effective treatments.
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| Minimally Invasive Robotics Surgeon, Dr.Ja-Hong Kim |
Among these advances are new approaches and techniques in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted surgery, resulting in less discomfort, quicker recovery times and better outcomes compared to traditional “open” surgery for a variety of urologic conditions. Jim C. Hu, MD, MPH, professor and Henry E. Singleton Chair in Urology, is the Director of robotic and minimally invasive urology and co-director of the UCLA Center for Advanced Surgical and Interventional Technology (CASIT).
UCLA Urology offers the full range of surgical options for patients, including minimally invasive and laparoscopic procedures, advanced robot-assisted surgery, and traditional open surgeries. Keeping in mind that each patient needs individualized treatment, our fellowship-trained urologists will recommend the least invasive and most effective method to treat your condition. Our urologists specialize in minimally invasive and robotic-assisted procedures for many urologic conditions, including:
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| Robotic-Assisted Surgery Outcomes, Dr. Jim Hu, Minimally Invasive Surgery - UCLA Urology |
| Dr. Hu discusses prostate cancer and surgical treatment on Taiwanese Television Medical News Channel. Part 1 | Part 2 |
| Bladder Neck Sparing, During Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy |
Bladder Cancer:
Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Radical Cystectomy (to remove the bladder)
Learn more » | For patient education materials »
Prostate Cancer:
Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy (to remove the prostate)
Learn more » | Read Carey’s patient story, and Barry’s story,
Same-day Robotic-Assisted Radical Prostatectomy
Learn more » | Read Bob’s patient story »
Learn more about other minimally invasive treatment options for prostate cancer »
Kidney Cancer:
Robotic-assisted Laparoscopic Partial Nephrectomy (to remove a kidney)
Learn more » | Read Lance’s patient story »
Testicular Cancer:
Robotic-assisted Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Dissection
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Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery:
Robotic-assisted Surgery for Prolapse
Learn more » | Video: Robotic-assisted sacrocolpopexy (surgery for prolapse) »
Pediatric Urology:
Minimally Invasive Techniques for Treatment of Vesicoureteral Reflux (abnormal flow of urine from the bladder to the upper urinary tract)
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Kidney Stones:
Shock Wave Lithotripsy
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Robotic Surgery:
Learn more from our medical library »
To make an appointment with a UCLA Urology Minimally Invasive/Robotics Physician, please call: (310) 794-7700.
