Greater Regional Health Introduces the Da Vinci 5: A New Era of Surgical Innovation

We’re proud to introduce the newest advancement in technology at Greater Regional Health — the Intuitive Da Vinci 5®! This state‑of‑the‑art robotic‑assisted surgical system helps surgeons perform a variety of soft‑tissue procedures with greater precision, enhanced visualization, and improved control.

Dr. Amy Hynek and team completed the first procedure using the Da Vinci 5. (L-R)Travis Ruppert Kynli Baudler, Dr. Amy Hynek, Denise Riley, Stephanie Roberts & Michelle King

This exciting addition was made possible through the Medical Equipment Procurement and Installation Grant awarded to Greater Regional Health earlier this year. We’re grateful for the opportunity to invest in innovative technology that enhances the care we provide to our patients. We are thrilled to be a leader in this field and look forward to offering more advanced minimally invasive surgical options.

Now, with the arrival of the Da Vinci 5, our community has access to one of the most advanced surgical platforms in the world — right here in Creston.

Smarter Technology. Better Outcomes. Right Here in Creston.

The Da Vinci 5 is Intuitive’s most advanced and integrated platform ever, “designed to transform surgery to enable better outcomes, more efficiency, and actionable insights.” With 10,000× more computing power than previous generations, it delivers unmatched precision today and is built to support future innovations like AI and machine learning.

Da Vinci 5 Patient Benefits:

• Smaller Incisions

• Less pain after surgery

• Less blood loss

• Lower risk of infection

• Less scarring

• Shorter hospital stays

• Faster recovery and return to normal activity

Force Feedback: A Breakthrough in Surgical Precision

One of the most exciting advancements is Force Feedback, a first‑of‑its‑kind technology that allows surgeons to feel real‑time forces on tissue. This means safer, more controlled surgery for our patients.

L-R: Kelsie Hulett, Dr. Charles Cunningham, Kynli Baudler

Greater Regional Health: Leading the Way in Advanced Surgical Care

By bringing the Da Vinci 5 to our community, Greater Regional Health is investing in the future of surgical care and ensuring our patients have access to the most advanced minimally invasive options available today. This technology strengthens our commitment to innovation, excellence, and exceptional patient outcomes.