What are the pros and cons of robotic surgery for a doctor?

Critics have said—and one Washington state lawsuit alleges—that Intuitive salespeople, to meet certain quotas, have pressured doctors to convert open surgeries to robotic. read more

Robotic surgery is when a robot, controlled either directly or indirectly by a doctor, performs the surgery directly. With robotic surgery comes a number of pros and cons that should be considered before putting yourself under the robotic knife. read more

The bottom line: It's important to weigh the pros and cons of robotic surgery carefully. Ultimately, your comfort level and your doctor's experience should trump all other considerations. Beth Howard is a freelance writer. read more