Center for Minimally-Invasive and Robotic Surgery

Mount Sinai's Head and Neck Surgical Center is highly skilled at using advanced, minimally invasive techniques to remove tumors of the larynx, pharynx, thyroid, parathyroid and skull base, while preserving voice and swallowing capabilities. Our surgeons use robotic technology on selected patients to treat head and neck tumors without creating external incisions. In this way, we can avoid scarring, minimize complications, and reduce length of stay.

In transoral robotic surgery (TORS), a surgeon sits at a console directly controlling a robotic arm. This arm extends a small surgical instrument through the patient's mouth. Using a high powered 3-D camera, surgeons can see the surgical field better, giving them greater dexterity and surgical precision. Robotic surgery has been highly beneficial in decreasing length of stay and improving postoperative swallowing capabilities and speech.

For more information, visit our Center for Minimally Invasive and Robotic Surgery section.