Many of you have heard about the da Vinci Surgical Robot and want to know how good it really is. Let’s tell you a little bit about it. The da Vinci robotic surgical system is a lumpectomy surgical aid developed by Intuitive Surgical, Inc. and is mainly used in all types of minimally invasive surgery. It was first introduced to the U.S. market in 1999 and was approved by the FDA in July 2000 for use as an adjunct to laparoscopic surgery. The da Vinci robotic surgical system consists of two major components: first, a surgical bedside robotic arm system. Generally, a robotic system consists of 3-4 sets of robotic arms. Unlike the traditional laparoscopic operating rod, this new type of robotic arm is more flexible and can accomplish more delicate and accurate operations. Another major component is the surgeon’s console, which can be operated “remotely” by the surgeon sitting next to the operating bed. Another major advantage of the da Vinci system is its 3D image reconstruction system, which gives the surgeon a more three-dimensional and clearer view of the surgery, further improving the precision of the operation. Using the da Vinci robot for bariatric surgery, we have seen a relative reduction in patient bleeding, a decrease in the proportion of patients requiring post-operative blood transfusions, and a corresponding reduction in patient length of stay. It has also been found that some overly obese patients may pose a challenge to conventional lumpectomy due to thick intra-abdominal fat, but the da Vinci is largely able to help surgeons perform minimally invasive surgery in these obese patients. This is good news for both patients and surgeons in China today, where excessive obesity has become widespread. It is also worth mentioning that the da Vinci not only benefits the patient’s recovery from surgery, it also helps maintain the surgeon’s own health. Due to long hours of standing and holding lumpectomy instruments in a fixed position with both hands, many surgeons experience slight hand tremors during continuous surgery. When using the da Vinci for surgery, the surgeon sits next to the patient at the operating table to perform the surgery, which can greatly alleviate the above phenomenon and achieve the most accurate suturing. The da Vinci surgical robot is a good choice for both patients and surgeons!