Houston Methodist West Hospital Expands Minimally Invasive Robotic Heart Surgeries to Combat Heart Disease
Houston Methodist West Hospital is enhancing its commitment to heart disease treatment by expanding its use of minimally invasive robotic-assisted heart surgeries, an innovative approach designed to improve patient outcomes. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in Harris County, and the hospital is providing advanced solutions to help local patients manage this life-threatening condition.
Since performing its first robotic-assisted heart surgery in May 2024, the hospital has continued to use this cutting-edge technique to treat patients with growing success, offering them a less invasive path to recovery. The state-of-the-art procedure involves smaller incisions, resulting in less pain, reduced risk of infection, and a faster return to daily life compared to traditional open-heart surgery.
Dr. Mini Sivadasan, a cardiovascular surgeon specializing in robotic-assisted procedures at Houston Methodist West Hospital, has been a key advocate for these surgeries. She explains the impact of robotic heart surgery, saying, “Robotic heart surgery is transforming cardiac care by allowing us to perform complex procedures through smaller incisions with unmatched precision. For patients, this means less pain, reduced hospital stays, and a faster return to normal life. Minimally invasive robotic techniques represent a new innovative trend in treating heart disease.”
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The hospital’s use of robotic surgery is part of a broader effort to address the ongoing heart disease crisis in the Houston area, as highlighted by recent reports from the Harris County Health Department. The hospital has focused on providing patients with more efficient treatments that enhance recovery times, minimize scarring, and offer improved overall results.
As part of the Houston Methodist network, Houston Methodist West Hospital serves the West Houston and Katy communities by offering a comprehensive range of services, including advanced heart care, minimally invasive surgeries, full-spectrum imaging, cancer care, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and more. The hospital aims to provide its patients with access to the latest technologies and treatments, all while ensuring the highest standards of safety and care.
“We are committed to giving our community access to the most advanced treatment options available for heart disease,” Dr. Sivadasan stated. “Seeing our patients recover faster and resume their lives sooner is incredibly rewarding, and we are proud to provide this innovative care to our community.”
For more information about Houston Methodist West Hospital’s services or robotic-assisted heart surgery, visit houstonmethodist.org/west.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
