High School Students Take the Reins: Hands-On Experience with Robotic Surgery at Mercy Hospital in Sacramento

At Mercy Hospital in Sacramento, high school students were given the chance to explore the world of robotic surgery. Led by surgeon Tyler Robinson, the students gained hands-on experience with the future of surgical medicine. They scrubbed in the operating room and even operated one of the hospital’s surgical robots.

The event was part of a 10-week program in partnership with the high school to expose students to real-life experiences in healthcare. Jennifer Johnston, the advanced robotics coordinator at Mercy General Hospital, emphasized the importance of introducing students to the use of robotics in surgery as it is a growing area of innovation in the medical field.

Robinson explained that robotic technology allows doctors to perform surgeries more efficiently, with less invasiveness and more precision. This results in quicker recovery times for patients. He also noted that the younger generation, who are accustomed to relying on technology, are well-suited for embracing these innovations in the field of surgery.

Although this was the first high school class to experience this kind of demonstration at Mercy Hospital, the students expressed enthusiasm for future opportunities to explore the world of robotic surgery. They recognized