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Spectrum Health Pennock to showcase surgical robot at open house

An open house sponsored by Spectrum Health Pennock on Wednesday, Nov. 1, offers the public a hands-on look at Pennock Hospital’s daVinci® surgical robot.

 

The free event, from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m., will showcase the robotic surgical system. Spectrum Health Pennock Hospital surgeons, Max Rappaport, MD, and Andrew Parsons, MD, will offer demonstrations and information about advanced capabilities of the equipment, along with a presentation on robotic surgery, the treatment of hernias and free screenings.

 

Attendees can operate a simulator version of the new daVinci® robotic-assisted surgery equipment, while learning how this technology makes hernia surgery minimally invasive, which can lead to less pain and shorter recovery time for patients.

Rappaport and Parsons will conduct the free hernia screenings and give a presentation about robotic-assisted surgery. Hernia screenings are first come, first serve, beginning at 4:30 p.m.

 

“This innovative equipment allows us to provide high quality care to our patients,” said Douglas Smendik MD, division chief, regions Spectrum Health Medical Group. “We are fortunate to have such advanced procedure capabilities right here in Hastings.”

The public is welcome to attend the event. Light hors d’oeuvres and other refreshments will be served.

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