Minimally Invasive Procedures with da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgery

SJMC embarks on a revolutionary medical frontier with the da Vinci Xi Robotic Surgical System, together with a panel of surgeons equipped with the mastery and knowledge to operate with higher degree of control and precision in performing robotic-assisted surgery.

The da Vinci Xi surgical system sets a new standard in minimally invasive care, offering broader anatomical access, enhanced ease of use, and complete integration of the most advanced da Vinci technology.

As of October 2023, over 6,700 da Vinci systems are installed in 69 countries worldwide with over 10 million surgical procedures performed.

Benefits of da Vinci Robotic-assisted Surgery to Patients

Higher Accuracy & Precision

  • Improved surgical outcome
  • Better pain & discomfort management
  • Accurate visualisation of disease area
  • Intuitive & steady surgical procedure
  • Reduced Risks & Complications

  • Smaller incisions
  • Reduced blood loss
  • Reduced risk of infection
  • Faster Recovery


  • Shorter hospital stays
  • Minimal scarring
  • Faster return to normal daily activities
  • Remote Surgery


  • Surgery can be performed remotely by surgeons
    • Table Motion: Repositioning patient without interruption during the surgery process
    • 3DHD Vision: Giving surgeons superior view of the surgical field, beyond human eyes' capability with up to 10 times magnification.
    • Intuitive Motion & EndoWrist Technology: Enhancing surgeon's natural motion, tremor filtration and surgical performance.
    • Firefly Fluorescence Imaging: Providing real-time visualisation and assessment of vessels, bile ducts, and tissue perfusion
    • Teleoperation Technology: Allowing surgeons to remotely perform surgery by controlling the robotic arms and performing complex manoeuvres with high precision

    Types of Surgeries Performed Using da Vinci Robotic-assisted Surgery

    Robotic-assisted surgeries involving removal of tumours and fibroids or corrective surgeries at problem areas with precision and potentially sparing healthy parts such as nerves.

    Oesophagus, stomach, gallbladder, colon, rectal and spleen

    Types of Surgeries

    • Cholecystectomy for gallbladder removal
    • Nissen fundoplication for GERD
    • Colectomy for colon cancer
    • Splenectomy for spleen removal
    Urology Surgery

    Urology Surgery

    Prostate, kidney and urology-related

    Types of Surgeries

    • Radical prostatectomy
    • Partial nephrectomy
    • Pyeloplasty
    • Uretic reimplantation
    • Vesico-vaginal fistula (VVF) repair
    Gynecological Surgery

    Gynecological Surgery

    Pelvic organ, uterus, ovaries, fallopian tubes, fibroid removal

    Types of Surgeries

    • Hysterectomy
    • Myomectomy
    • Cystectomy
    • Pelvic floor repair

    Better Surgery Outcome with da Vinci Xi Robotic-assisted Surgery

    The surgery system redefined and revolutionised minimally invasive surgery, transforming the way surgeries are being performed on patients with numerous advantages whilst minimising risks compared to traditional open surgery.

    Fused with the capabilities and expertise of skilled surgeons of the da Vinci Xi system at SJMC, each and every patient will receive the best and highest level treatment and care for better quality of life.

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    Our Doctors

    Dr Bala Sundaram Mariappan

    Designation
    Consultant Urologist & Console Surgeon
    Specialty
    Urology

    Dr Tang Boon Nee

    Designation
    Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
    Specialty
    Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Gynaecology (General)

    Dr Peter Ng Eng Pin

    Designation
    Consultant Urologist
    Specialty
    Urology