Cardiovascular surgeons at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Heart Institute and Baptist Health Miami Cardiac & Vascular Institute have successfully completed the first robotics-assisted atrial septal defect (ASD) repair in Florida, a rare achievement in the nation.

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The surgery, performed on a teenager, utilized robotic assistance to ensure precise and minimally invasive motion within the chest.

This milestone highlights Nicklaus Children’s as a leader in advanced care for congenital heart disease, offering benefits such as smaller incisions, faster recovery, and improved cosmetic outcomes.

The collaboration between medical experts from various institutions has brought this innovative capability to South Florida, expanding access to cutting-edge congenital heart care for pediatric patients in the region.

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