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Dr. Phillip W. Blotevogel, MD is a general surgeon in Paducah, KY specializing in general surgery. He graduated from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. Dr. Phillip W. Blotevogel, MD is affiliated with Baptist Health and BAPTIST HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP INC.
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. Phillip W. Blotevogel, MD graduated from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. He completed residency at St. Louis University (SLU) Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery) and has a state license in Kentucky.
Medical School: University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Residency: St. Louis University (SLU) Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery)
Licensed In: Kentucky
Dr. Phillip W. Blotevogel, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Phillip W. Blotevogel, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 155 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Phillip W. Blotevogel, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Paducah, KY.
Dr. Phillip Blotevogel's specialty is general surgery. Clinical interests for Dr. Blotevogel include colorectal surgery procedures, hernia surgery, and robotic surgery. He is professionally affiliated with Baptist Health Paducah and Baptist Health. Before performing his residency at a hospital affiliated with St. Louis University (SLU), Dr. Blotevogel attended the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine for medical school. Patients gave Dr. Blotevogel an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). According to Baptist Health, he is currently accepting new patients at his office in Paducah, KY.
