Robotic Surgery in Hobart

Dr Davies offers advanced robotic-assisted surgery for prostate and kidney cancer in Hobart, providing Tasmanian patients access to the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques with precision, faster recovery, and excellent cancer control outcomes.

Robotic Radical Prostatectomy

Robotic radical prostatectomy is a minimally invasive surgical treatment for localised prostate cancer. Using the da Vinci® robotic system, Dr Davies controls tiny instruments through small keyhole incisions, allowing enhanced vision, precision, and dexterity compared with traditional open surgery.

Benefits may include:

• Smaller incisions and less scarring
• Reduced blood loss and post-operative pain
• Shorter hospital stay (often 1–2 nights)
• Faster return to normal activities
• Precise nerve-sparing techniques to help preserve urinary control and sexual function
• Excellent cancer control for appropriately selected patients

Each case is carefully assessed to ensure surgery is the right option, with consideration of age, cancer stage, general health, and patient priorities.

Robotic Partial Nephrectomy

Robotic partial nephrectomy is a kidney-sparing operation for selected kidney tumours. Rather than removing the whole kidney, only the tumour and a thin rim of surrounding tissue are excised. This helps maintain kidney function while providing excellent cancer control.

Using robotic assistance allows Dr Davies to operate with high precision in delicate areas, often through small keyhole incisions.

Benefits may include:

• Preservation of kidney tissue and function
• Reduced pain and scarring
• Shorter hospital stay and recovery time
• Excellent cancer outcomes in suitable cases