da Vinci Surgery Patient Stories
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"The decision then was open surgery versus da Vinci Prostatectomy and when I looked at what I had been doing and seeing the outcome of my patients, it was a no-brainer."
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"When I woke up from the procedure, my pain level was minimal; just a little discomfort. I was surprised. I was quite surprised that I felt as good as I did. The quality of life with this procedure was fabulous."
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"You have one body, and you have a chance with this kind of surgery to get rid of the cancer. So if you have early stage of cancer, and you have an opportunity to take advantage of robotic prostatectomy, I would unhesitatingly say do this. If I had to do this again, I would do it again, except sooner."
Read Donald's Full Story "I am a living testimonial to a gifted and talented surgeon, and a state-of-the-art machine."
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"I am so amazed, and so grateful, that this surgery has come so far in our lifetime. I truly believe that it is pivotal in preserving a man's quality of life after prostatectomy."
Read Denianne's Full Story "It was pain-free. I was out of the hospital in a day and a half. Literally two weeks into my recovery I was building bird houses in my garage just to pass the time so I could get to the point were I would be released to go back to work."
Read Dennis's Full Story "Comparing this surgery to previous surgeries I have had, the recovery period was much quicker and with less pain and discomfort. I would definitely recommend the da Vinci surgery to others who are facing a similar problem."
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"I feel as if have completely cheated cancer. I expected to experience a time where I would be completely incapacitated, followed by a prolonged period of healing, but that was never the case."
Read Sheldon's Full Story "It appears to be the apex of technology."
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"I will forever be grateful that the treatment route that I chose, da Vinci Surgery, was successful and without complications."
Read Fred's Full Story "I had heard that the da Vinci procedure promised excellent results and a quick return to normal activities. You don't really know how you'll respond or recover until you actually go through the procedure. It made a believer out of me!"
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"The da Vinci robotic procedure for prostate removal, in this man's opinion, is the only way to go, in instances where a prostatectomy is chosen."
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"I was out of the hospital the next day [after surgery] and back to work in three days."
Read David's Full Story "After getting out of surgery, I had a bit of discomfort but no real pain. I also have excellent control over my urine, and within a day after my catheter was removed I had full sexual function. Plus, my latest PSA test came back zero. Things couldn't be better! I'm very happy with the whole experience."
Read Ira's Full Story "If you receive a diagnosis of prostrate cancer, you may want to consider da Vinci, Dr. Porter, and Swedish Medical Center. It is truly amazing how quickly I resumed many lifestyle activities after a major surgery."
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