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Single Port Robotic Surgery: Techniques & Early Adoption

with Dr. Richard Link and Michael D. Stifelman

With fewer incisions and faster recovery, single port robotic surgery is changing the game—hear from the urologic surgeons leading the charge. This episode of BackTable Urology features an insightful discussion of the transformative impact of single port robotic surgery with Dr. Richard Link, Dr. Michael Stifelman and guest host Dr. Mihir Shah.

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Ep 238 Single Port Robotic Surgery: Techniques & Early Adoption with Dr. Richard Link and Michael D. Stifelman
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, June 6). Ep. 238 – Single Port Robotic Surgery: Techniques & Early Adoption [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com

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Podcast Contributors

Dr. Richard Link discusses Single Port Robotic Surgery: Techniques & Early Adoption on the BackTable 238 Podcast

Dr. Richard Link

Dr. Richard Link is a urologist and professor of Urology at Baylor School of Medicine in Houston, Texas.

Dr. Michael Stifelman discusses Single Port Robotic Surgery: Techniques & Early Adoption on the BackTable 238 Podcast

Dr. Michael Stifelman

Dr. Michael Stifelman is a urologist and the Northern Chair of Urology at Hackensack Meridian Health in New York City, New York.

Dr. Mihir Shah discusses Single Port Robotic Surgery: Techniques & Early Adoption on the BackTable 238 Podcast

Dr. Mihir Shah

Dr. Mihir Shah is a urologic oncologist at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia.

Synopsis

This episode explores the benefits of single port (SP) robotic surgery, highlighting improved access, greater efficiency, and shorter patient recovery times. The doctors discuss the evolution of single port technology and the challenges that remain. They also share practical tips around case selection, building community support, and tracking outcomes to enhance efficacy. Whether you're new to SP or a seasoned surgeon, this episode offers valuable insights on how to refine your surgical practice.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction
04:18 - Early Adoption
06:50 - Commitment and Learning Curve
15:45 - Innovations and Best Practices
19:10 - The Magic of Single Port Access
29:29 - Practical Tips and Instrumentation
32:14 - Instrument Spread and Force Bipolar
34:25 - Benefits of Single-Port Surgery
35:57 - Challenges and Cognitive Load in SP Surgery
42:55 - Adoption and Resistance to SP Technology
50:52 - Final Thoughts

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