In this episode, Dr. Garrison Smith of Jackson Surgical Associates explains how robotic-assisted surgery works, what makes it different from traditional surgery, and what potential benefits it may offer patients.
Dr. Smith recently reached an impressive milestone of 2,000 da Vinci robotic surgeries, while Jackson-Madison County General Hospital has surpassed 15,000 robotic surgeries. He shares why experience matters, which procedures may be performed robotically, what patients can expect before and after surgery, and the questions every patient should ask when considering their surgical options.
Most importantly, Dr. Smith explains why robotic technology is just one tool—and why the ultimate goal is always choosing the safest and most effective approach for each individual patient.
In This Episode:
✅ How robotic surgery works
✅ The benefits for patients
✅ What procedures can be performed robotically
✅ The surgeon is still in control
✅ What to consider when choosing surgery
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Host: Keith Sherley Guest: Garrison Smith, MD
West Tennessee Medical Group – Jackson Surgical Associates
569 Skyline Drive, Jackson TN 38301
731-664-7395
