Learn about some ways we’re partnering with leading-edge technology to provide you the best care possible.
What does it really mean when a surgery is performed using a robot? While robotic surgery continues to mystify many, robotics are just one of the many tools available to a surgeon, allowing them to perform procedures minimally invasively with pinpoint accuracy. What does that mean for our patients?
Less pain, faster recoveries and back to life sooner.
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At Providence, we’re investing in an expansive array of robotics to improve our patients’ experience, such as Intuitive da Vinci for general surgery and Mako SmartRobotics™ for orthopedic surgery, just to name a few. Our newest member of the surgical team, the Mako robot is one of the most leading-edge technologies in health care. A revolutionary, state-of-the-art surgical system, “The Mako robot is truly a game changer for our patients and community,” says Lucas King, M.D., a sports fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic surgeon who performed the first Mako-assisted total knee replacement surgery at Petaluma Valley Hospital. Providence is dedicated to pioneering the next phase of the surgery revolution and many innovative technologies are on the horizon. It’s all part of our promise to ease the way for our patients, bringing the latest advancements |
Did you know exceptional health care is at your fingertips? The Providence app streamlines your health needs and gives you access to Grace, our smart assistant designed to know you, care for you and ease your way. Grace can help with scheduling appointments, managing medication, billing and finding a new provider. She can also help you check on your symptoms or find test results. |
