Atlas of Robotic Surgery

The Atlas of Robotic Surgery draws on the expertise of surgeons worldwide who have mastered robotic technology and can share their pearls of wisdom. While most of the principles of open and minimally invasive surgery are the same, subtle variations make robotic surgery easier and safer. This atlas-style text includes color photos and drawings to illustrate the surgical instruction on robotic techniques for general surgery procedures. With a total of 31 procedures and 58 contributors, this Atlas is surely the preeminent source for the newest techniques using the surgical robot. The contributors are world renown experts and key opinion leaders in robotic surgery who are actively involved in robotic surgery education and hands-on training. Chapters outline the surgical steps of the procedure, including robot location, port placement, patient positioning, and instrumentation. Expert commentaries complete the chapters by providing critique, alternative methods, and other editorial comment to round out the reader's understanding. Editor-in chief, Dr. Kudsi has hosted and taught hundreds of surgeons in the techniques of robotic surgery. He has traveled and collaborated with surgeons in the US, Europe, South America, and Asia to perform live robotic surgeries. Founder of robotic surgery collaboration which includes more than 6000 members, Dr. Kudsi has performed over 2000 robotic surgeries and is considered one of the highest volume robotic surgeons in the world. An accompanying video library comprises narrated surgical procedures, including port placement, patient positioning, and instrument selection. Both experienced surgeons and those young surgeons who are just beginning to experience using the surgical robot in their practice will find value in this atlas and video library combination.