A major milestone in surgical innovation recently happened at Southern Hills Hospital in Las Vegas, led by internationally recognized spine surgeon Dr. Kornelis Poelstra.
Dr. Poelstra, a spine surgeon at Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center, completed his 2,000th robotic-assisted surgery, a milestone that reflects both experience and the growing role of robotics in the operating room.
He has also led several high-profile advancements in recent years, including:
- Leading the world’s first multi-arm robotic spine surgery (2025), using an FDA-cleared system designed to enhance precision and efficiency
- Performing one of the first spine surgeries in the world using a next-generation robotic platform (2024)
With 2000 robotic surgeries completed, he continues to break boundaries, further helping position Southern Hills Hospital as a leader in robotic spine surgery with a focus on minimally invasive techniques and patient care. Most importantly, it also represents real impact, including the thousands of patients he’s helped find relief, regain mobility and get back to their lives.
