Advanced Robotic Surgery

Dr. Baker Henson is highly trained in advanced robotic-assisted surgery, bringing state-of-the-art, minimally invasive techniques to patients at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Surgical Specialists. Our goal is to provide the safest, most precise surgical care available so you can get back to your life sooner.

Important Note: The robot does not perform the surgery. Dr. Henson is in 100% control of the robotic system at all times. The technology simply translates his exact hand movements into smaller, more precise movements of tiny instruments inside your body.

The surgeon operates from a console, translating hand movements to the robotic arms.

See the Technology in Action

Watch this brief overview of how the robotic surgical system provides enhanced precision and control during minimally invasive procedures.

Benefits of Robotic vs. Traditional Open Surgery

Traditional "open" surgery requires a large incision to allow the surgeon to see and access the organs. Robotic surgery only requires a few small incisions, which offers significant benefits to the patient:

[Image comparing robotic surgery small incisions versus traditional open surgery large incision]

Comparison of minimally invasive robotic incisions vs. a traditional open incision.

Significantly Less Pain: Smaller incisions mean less trauma to the muscles and tissue, resulting in less post-operative pain and a decreased need for narcotic pain medications.
Faster Recovery & Shorter Hospital Stay: Many robotic procedures can be performed on an outpatient basis, meaning you go home the same day. Patients generally return to their normal daily activities and work much faster.
Minimal Scarring: The tiny incisions heal quickly and leave very small, often barely noticeable scars.
Lower Risk of Complications: The enhanced precision and smaller wounds significantly lower the risk of surgical site infections, blood loss, and post-operative hernias.
Enhanced Precision: The 3D, high-definition magnification gives Dr. Henson a crystal-clear view of blood vessels, nerves, and tissues, allowing for highly meticulous dissection and suturing.