Breakthrough minimally invasive, advanced technology results in less pain, shorter hospital stays
MountainView Hospital has achieved a major medical first, successfully performing the West Coast’s first single-port thoracic surgery using advanced robotic technology.
The minimally invasive procedure, used to treat conditions such as lung cancer, emphysema and reflux, was performed by Dr. Arnold Chung of MountainView Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery Associates using the da Vinci SP (single-port) robotic system.
“This approach ultimately means less pain, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays for our patients,” said Dr. Chung.
During the procedure, Dr. Chung precisely controls the robotic instruments from a console, translating the movements of his hands into small, highly controlled motions of the system’s instruments. This level of control allows for greater precision and access in tight spaces while minimizing impact on surrounding tissue.
“This is a game changer for patients,” said MountainView Hospital CEO Alexis Mussi. “By combining the expertise of our surgical team with advanced technology, we’re delivering safer, more effective care to our community.”
The technique lessens trauma to surrounding tissue and nerves, offering patients a faster, smoother recovery compared to traditional multi-port surgery.
About MountainView Hospital:
MountainView Hospital is a state-of-the-art, full-service medical facility located in the heart of northwest Las Vegas. With a dedicated and talented staff of employees and outstanding physicians, MountainView Hospital is recognized for high patient satisfaction and for providing quality and compassionate care to our community since 1996. MountainView features nationally recognized programs including a top cardiovascular and thoracic center and integrated cardiology clinic, and the renowned Las Vegas Institute for Robotic Surgery. MountainView is the only hospital in Nevada to offer bone marrow transplants. The Sunrise Health Medical Education Consortium, based at MountainView, trains the next generation of physicians and surgeons for our community.
MountainView is a member of the respected Sunrise Health System consisting of Sunrise Hospital, Sunrise Children’s Hospital, Southern Hills Hospital and several surgery, diagnostic imaging, urgent care centers and three freestanding hospital based emergency rooms, offering a complete range of specialized and technologically advanced services.
