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Dr. Patrick W. Underwood, MD is a surgical oncologist in Tampa, FL specializing in surgical oncology (cancer surgery). He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 2016 and has 10 years of experience. Dr. Patrick W. Underwood, MD is affiliated with U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and UF Health.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Dr. Patrick W. Underwood, MD graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 2016. He completed residency at University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Surgery - American Board of Surgery and has a state license in Florida.
Medical School: University of Michigan Medical School (2016)
Residency: University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals (2023)
Board Certification: Surgery - American Board of Surgery
Licensed In: Florida
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Dr. Patrick Underwood's specialty is surgical oncology (cancer surgery). Clinical interests for Dr. Underwood include hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), pancreatitis, and bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma). He graduated from the University of Michigan Medical School and then he performed his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Florida Health Science Center. He has received distinctions including Resident Award for Exemplary Teaching - American College of Surgeons; Surgical Resident Award - Edward R. Woodward; and Best Resident Educator PGY3-5 - Department of Surgery. His hospital/clinic affiliations include UF Health and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
