Saint Alphonsus' Dr. Ben Taylor performs 500th robotic thoracic surgery, first in Idaho

BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — According to a recent news release, Saint Alphonsus' Dr. Ben Taylor performed his 500th robotic thoracic surgery, making Dr. Taylor the first thoracic surgeon in Idaho to reach this milestone.

Dr. Ben Taylor is fellowship-trained in thoracic surgery with cardiac and thoracic surgery certifications. Cardiothoracic surgery includes any operation in the chest, mainly the heart and lungs. It may also include the esophagus, trachea, diaphragm, chest wall and the mediastinum, the area between the lungs.

The release says Dr. Taylor utilizes a minimally invasive surgical approach to significantly reduce a patient's hospital stay and the likelihood of infection or complications.

"Robotic surgery has many benefits for patients," said Dr. Ben Taylor. "Faster recovery time and return to normal activities, shorter hospital stays, less scarring and overall better option for patients."

Robotic surgical technology improves the ability to see with three-dimensional, high-definition cameras and three working arms to perform delicate procedures. The surgeon can operate with more precision and accuracy over laparoscopic or open surgical techniques.

Saint Alphonsus recently added a second surgical robot. Learn more HERE. Learn more about the Saint Alphonsus Heart Program HERE.

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