Archivos españoles de urología
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Advancements in the robotic surgical technology have revolutionized the standard of care for many surgical procedures. The purpose of this review is to focus on the different issues involved in developmental phase of starting a robotic program and to evaluate the important considerations in developing this program at a given healthcare institution. ⋯ Individual economic factors of local healthcare settings must be evaluated when planning for a new robotics program. The high cost of the robotic surgical platform is best offset with a large surgical volumen,interdisciplinary utilization of the technology may be the solution. A mature, experienced surgeon is integral to the success of a new robotics program. Define procedures to be performed, necessary training, staff involved,equipment, facilities, setting-up, economical resources and marketing are important issues to be teaken into account before acquiring a surgical robotic system.