Minimally Invasive Urologic Surgery in Alexandria & Woodbridge

Minimally invasive, or laparoscopic, surgeries use long-handled laparoscopic instruments aided by a tiny camera inserted into small incisions.

These types of procedures have many benefits over traditional surgeries, including faster recovery time and hospital stay accompanied with minimized pain and less noticeable scarring.

Thanks to great strides in medical technology, laparoscopic is able to be implemented by urologists specially trained in minimally invasive surgery techniques to treat various types of illnesses. The urologists at Potomac Urology have specialized training in surgical procedures for certain cancers as well as general procedures. Learn more and book your appointment with our offices in Alexandria or Woodbridge, VA. We perform minimally-invasive robotic surgery for patients from Lorton, Springfield, Mt. Vernon, Fairfax Station, Burke, Manassas, Fredericksburg, Arlington, Waldorf, Fairfax, and the surrounding area.

Bladder Cancer

In cases of bladder cancer, a cystectomy, or the removal of the bladder, may be needed. In some cases, this can be done laparoscopically or robotically. The bladder is removed through a series of keyhole-sized incisions across the abdomen.

About da Vinci® Cystectomy

Prostate Cancer

Prostate cancer affects the prostate gland, which sits at the base of the bladder and is found only in men. Minimally invasive surgery for prostate cancer involves removing the prostate gland and the affected tissue around it using laparoscopic instruments.

About da Vinci™ Prostatectomy

Kidney Cancer

Surgery is regarded as the best treatment for kidney cancer. Usually, a radical nephrectomy is required, which removes all or part of the kidney in question. Recently, minimally invasive procedures have taken precedence for this procedure.

About da Vinci® Partial Nephrectomy

Female Urology

Female urology usually has to do with pelvic organ prolapse (in which the muscles around the bladder or rectum become loosened, allowing the pelvic organs to drop into the vagina) or incontinence (the inability to control the bladder or rectum). When non-surgical methods do not prove to be effective, minimally invasive surgery can be used to treat these conditions.