Robotic General Surgery
Find robot-assisted general surgery in San Diego

Dr. Cheryl Olson, General Surgery, Scripps Minimally Invasive Robotic Surgery Program
Find robot-assisted general surgery in San Diego
If you have a medical condition that requires general surgery, you’ll find the ideal combination of expertise and technology at Scripps. We offer the latest minimally invasive options – including robotic surgery – that may reduce pain, complications and recovery time.
Types of robotic general surgery at Scripps
Scripps robotic surgeons are highly trained experts in advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques, including robotic surgery. We’ve treated thousands of patients with painful or life-threatening conditions, including hernias, gallstones, pancreatitis and colon cancer.
See how robotic surgery works
See how robotic surgery works
Scripps offers many minimally invasive robotic surgery options that may reduce pain, complications and recovery time.
Surgeries to treat or repair the digestive tract
To treat or repair the digestive track, Scripps has surgeons with the expertise required to perform a number of procedures, including:
Solid organ surgeries and hernia repair
Surgeons at Scripps also offer robotic surgery for a wide range of solid organ surgeries and hernia repair. Procedures include:
Benefits and risks of robotic general surgery
Despite a growing preference for minimally invasive procedures like robotic surgery, not everyone is a candidate. Your doctor will help you understand which surgical options are safest for you, based on your age, health and other factors. Scripps offers many other minimally invasive options, as well as traditional approaches that are more invasive, but have a long history of safety and efficacy.