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Minimally invasive surgery

Minimally invasive surgery is an effective surgical method that is less intrusive than traditional surgery. By using small incisions and instruments, we are able to create positive surgical outcomes that typically have minimal scarring, faster recovery times and shorter hospital stays.

Minimally invasive surgical care in San Jose, California

We know surgery can be overwhelming, but our team is proud to be by your side and help you return to your daily routine as quickly as possible.

At Good Samaritan Hospital, our surgical specialists are proud to be a leader of robotic surgery in the Silicon Valley. These techniques often result in faster recovery times.

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Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.

Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.

Related specialties

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Robot-assisted surgeries we offer

Our highly trained surgeons can perform a wide range of procedures. As medical technologies continue to advance, our hospital will be at the forefront of minimally invasive surgery techniques.

Cardiovascular surgery

Our highly trained cardiovascular surgeons perform the following robot-assisted surgeries:

  • Atrial appendage ligation
  • Decortication
  • Lobectomy
  • Lung biopsy
  • Lung wedge resection
  • Pleurodesis

General surgery and weight loss procedures

Board-certified surgeons at our hospital are specially trained to perform common and complex robot-assisted surgeries, including:

Gynecological surgery

As part of our commitment to providing advanced women’s care, we offer specialized robot-assisted procedures for conditions affecting the female reproductive system. Some of the complex gynecological procedures we offer include:

  • Hysterectomy
  • Oophorectomy
  • Ovarian cystectomy

Orthopedic surgery

At the Silicon Valley Joint Replacement Center, our orthopedic surgeons use a robotic arm for joint replacement procedures, such as hip and knee replacements. During the procedure, your surgeon uses the robotic arm as a guide to ensure your implant is correctly placed and aligned.

Robot-assisted surgery

Robot-assisted surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery that enables our surgeons to perform complex procedures with minimal incisions. The robotic system translates the surgeon’s hand movements into smaller, precise maneuvers.

Robot-assisted surgery offers many benefits over traditional surgery, including:

  • Faster recovery times
  • Fewer complications
  • Less scarring
  • Minimal trauma to surrounding tissues
  • Shorter hospital stays

Looking for a location?

We also offer quality care at these other locations in our extended network.

Our Minimally invasive surgery Locations

Good Samaritan Hospital
2425 Samaritan Drive
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 559 - 2011
Good Samaritan Hospital
2425 Samaritan Drive
San Jose, CA 95124
(408) 559 - 2011