The story examined the unchecked rise of robotic surgery, especially with regard to prostate removal, why this has occurred, and whether the trend is good for both patients and the medical system in general. I looked at whether robotic surgery is a bonafide advance, or whether it is a phenomenon that has arisen from a sophisticated (and often hidden) marketing campaign to patients and doctors. I also used FDA and legal documents to explore concerns over the safety of the procedure. Finally, I wove this together into one concise narrative that engaged and informed Men’s Health readers.
