Revolution in Vienna: New surgical robot is transforming surgery!

Revolution in Vienna: New surgical robot is transforming surgery!

On November 25, 2025, the Landstrasse Clinic in Vienna put a new surgical robot, which belongs to the latest generation, into operation. This advanced device significantly improves minimally invasive surgery. According to vienna.at, the new robot expands the possibilities for precise interventions without the need for large incisions. This not only ensures faster recoveries, but also less pain for patients.

The new da Vinci robot is specifically used in gastrointestinal surgery, gynecology and procedures on the adrenal and thyroid glands. Philipp Riss, the head of surgery at the clinic, explains that during thyroid removal, small incisions above the nipples, in the armpit fold or in the lower lip are used to minimize scarring. This technology enables the procedures to be carried out precisely and leads to less pain and faster recovery for patients.

Technical innovation and modernization projects

The investment in the new surgical robot is two million euros. Eight surgical robots are already in use in Vienna, and Michael Binder, the medical director of the Vienna Health Association, has announced that all clinics will be equipped with this technology in the future. The next installation of a surgical robot is already planned for the Hietzing Clinic. According to information from [ots.at].

Access to robot-assisted surgery requires specialists not only to have theoretical training, but also extensive simulation training, practical training in the laboratory and certification. These measures ensure that the clinic team is prepared not only theoretically but also practically for the new challenges.

Future outlook and patient-friendly approaches

The Vienna Health Association is pursuing an ambitious goal: the creation of “healing hospitals” that are equipped with the latest medical technology and optimal operational organization. In order to achieve this, comprehensive modernization and renovation measures are planned for the Landstrasse Clinic by 2027. Special technical requirements were also taken into account, including the installation of an additional safety power supply and measures to adapt to the requirements of the surgical robot, such as ventilation and air conditioning.

The use of robotic surgery is in the context of a significant drive for innovation in medicine. According to an NCBI article, minimally invasive surgery, also known as keyhole surgery, is a proven approach, but its future is subject to constant change and challenges. Robotics and digitalization are increasingly shaping processes in the operating room. While initial positive results suggest that robotic procedures are becoming established in surgery, assessing the clear benefits of these technologies remains a complex issue.