Methodist Mansfield performs 10,000th robotic surgery

The staff at Methodist Mansfield Medical Center celebrated a major milestone in advanced surgery last week after a hiatal hernia patient traveled far from home to undergo the 10,000th robotic-assisted procedure at the hospital.

Since installing its first surgical robot in 2013, Methodist Mansfield has added two additional da Vinci Surgical Systems and expanded its robotic capabilities across various service lines, including oncology, gynecology, urology and gastrointestinal procedures.

That decade-long record of success inspired the 10,000th patient, Pamela Conn, to drive over 100 miles from Olney, south of Wichita Falls, after an exhaustive search for the right surgeon: Jeremy Parcells, MD, vice chair of surgery at Methodist Mansfield.

"We are thrilled to celebrate this remarkable achievement with Pamela Conn, whose successful surgery represents the thousands of lives we’ve touched through robotic-assisted procedures," said Parcells, who has performed over 4,000 of those surgeries. "Reaching this milestone is a testament to our team's dedication to refining these innovative techniques, ensuring our patients receive the best possible outcomes."

To commemorate the 10,000th surgery, Methodist Mansfield hosted a party honoring the patients, employees and members of the medical staff who made it possible.

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Robotics are transforming the surgical field, and Methodist Mansfield has embraced that evolution, putting the hospital at the forefront of patient care in its unwavering commitment to improve the health and well-being of the communities it serves.

"Achieving 10,000 robotic-assisted surgeries reflects our mission to offer groundbreaking treatments and compassionate care to our community," said Juan Fresquez Jr., president of Methodist Mansfield. "We are incredibly proud of our surgical teams and their relentless pursuit of excellence. Their work benefits our patients and contributes to the advancement of medical science."

Robotic surgical systems offer enhanced 3D imaging and put highly precise tools at the fingertips of surgeons. What's more, such minimally invasive procedures often mean less pain for patients, as well as shorter recovery times.

“Everything from beginning to end has just been really wonderful for me,” said Conn, who felt well enough two days after her surgery to drive home. “This whole process has been great because of the people. It was definitely worth the two-hour drive to Methodist Mansfield.”

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