Robotic-Assisted Surgery at Colon & Rectal Associates

Better Outcomes with Revolutionizing Care

At Colon & Rectal Associates, our surgeons are committed to faster patient recovery times, better outcomes, and overall patient wellbeing. That’s why we’ve invested in the cutting edge Da Vinci robotic surgery system, which is minimally invasive for quick recovery, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays.

Dr. Neil Gibson has spent years developing expertise in this cutting-edge robotic-assisted surgery for colon and rectal cases. He’s used it in over 300 cases to treat conditions from diverticulitis to complex and malignant disease.

Benefits of Robotic-Assisted Surgery

During robotic-assisted surgery, Dr. Gibson uses the Da Vinci robotic surgery system, which includes a 3D camera and mechanical arms with flexible surgical instruments attached to them. This allows him to have greater precision and superior visualization during surgery.

Benefits of Robotic-Assisted Surgery Include:

Minimally invasive
Less blood loss
Less postoperative pain
Quicker recovery
Shorter hospital stays

Many general surgeons do not have the equipment or the expertise to utilize robotic-assisted surgery in colon and rectal cases. That’s why it’s crucial to see a colorectal specialist like Dr. Gibson.

Shorter Hospital Stays

Shorter hospital stays get patients back home and back to what matters most. Over Dr. Gibson’s first 222 Da Vinci robotic surgeries, he and the Colon & Rectal Associates team saved patients:

555 bed days (about 1 and a half years) in the hospital vs. Laparoscopy
1,221 days (about 3 and a half years) in the hospital vs. Open Surgery

Fewer Complications

Thanks to the Da Vinci robotic surgery system offering Dr. Gibson better visualization, greater precision, and increased surgeon autonomy, he and our team were able to reduce patients’ risk of complications. Over his first 222 Da Vinci Robotic Surgeries, Dr. Gibson and the Colon & Rectal Associates team saved patients:

5 anastomotic leaks vs. Laparoscopy
10 anastomotic leaks vs. Open Surgery

Meet Neil Gibson, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.S.C.R.S.

Dr. Neil Gibson completed his general surgery training at the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland followed by specialization in colon and rectal surgery at Brown University. He has been in the Jacksonville/St. Augustine region since 2020. He has performed over 300 robotic colon and rectal resections in this region.

Schedule an Appointment With Our Colorectal Specialists

If you or a loved one is experiencing painful or disruptive symptoms, don’t hesitate to reach out. Our dedicated team at Colon & Rectal Associates is here to help you with compassionate care and expert treatment options.