If you have a hernia and your doctor suggests surgery, it can be done using open surgery or minimally invasive surgery. During hernia surgery, the weak tissue in the wall of the stomach or groin is secured and any holes are closed.

Bariatric surgery may be suggested for patients with a high Body Mass Index (BMI) and other medical conditions related to obesity.

The da Vinci® Surgical System enables surgeons to perform operations through a few small incisions and features several key features, including: