DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System
Built by Distalmotion · Switzerland
The DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System is a Surgical / Medical robot developed by Distalmotion (Switzerland), launched 2012. Key specifications: procedures laparoscopy, dof / arm 2, imaging compat. 3D endoscopy, fda year true.
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Overview
The DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System uniquely simplifies operations so more surgeons, in more ORs, can provide the benefits of robotics to more patients. It integrates into existing workflows keeping surgeons connected to their patients and compatible with preferred technology.
Flagship features
- Modular, open platform compatible with all existing laparoscopic instruments, generators, and 3D imaging systems
- Surgeon can switch between laparoscopic and robotic surgery within 20 seconds
- Ergonomic console supports seated or standing operation
- Fully articulated, single-use 8mm instruments (monopolar and bipolar) for suturing and dissection
- Integrated robotic endoscope holder compatible with 5mm and 10mm laparoscopes
- Endoscope arm can be mounted on a cart or clipped to bed-rail for minimum footprint
Buyer decision signals
Deployments
AdventHealth, Memorial Hermann Health System
Viability
Series G financing
Certifications & autonomy
Specifications
Category: Surgical / Medical- Procedures
- laparoscopy
- DOF / arm
- 2
- Imaging compat.
- 3D endoscopy
- FDA year
- true
- CE mark year
- true
Company profile
- Funding raised
- $150.0M
- Founded
- 2012
Detailed specifications
Safety & certifications1
- Safety Certification
- CE marking
Other9
- Title
- SurgicalMedicalRobotExtraction
- $Schema
- View Link
- Sub Category
- surgical_assistant
- Company Country
- CH
- Controller Model
- Dexter L6 System
- Deployment Count
- 2000
- Deployment Notes
- used to provide minimally invasive care in almost 2,000 procedures across thirty unique general, gynecological, colorectal, and urological procedures in Europe[4]
- Youtube Video Id
- T0y0UjZmYH0
- Additional Information
- - Modular, open platform compatible with all existing laparoscopic instruments, generators, and 3D imaging systems - Surgeon can switch between laparoscopic and robotic surgery within 20 seconds - Ergonomic console supports seated or standing operation - Fully articulated, single-use 8mm instruments (monopolar and bipolar) for suturing and dissection - Integrated robotic endoscope holder compatible with 5mm and 10mm laparoscopes - Endoscope arm can be mounted on a cart or clipped to bed-rail for minimum footprint - Designed for long and complex surgical tasks like suturing and dissection - Swiss engineering emphasis on precision and reliability - Surgeon console is draped and placed within the sterile field, close to the patient - System docks and de-docks quickly, moves readily between operating rooms - Open platform ensures access to future technologies without waiting for vendor integration
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Company milestones
- Nov 2025FundingSeries G financing
- Jun 2025DeploymentFirst multi-robot sale in the US to AdventHealth
- Jun 2025PartnershipAdventHealth selects DEXTER for outpatient minimally invasive surgery
- 2025DeploymentFirst US sale and delivery to Memorial Hermann
- 2022LaunchDEXTER clinical and commercial use
- 2012MilestoneCompany founded
- —LaunchFDA De Novo authorization for DEXTER in the US
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More videos
DEXTER® Product Overview and Value Proposition
Inside the OR with DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System – Interview with Julie Holihan, MD
Dr. Erica Stockwell and her first impressions of DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System
Dr. Ryan Broderick talks to SurgeOn about his experience with DEXTER
Dr. Erica Stockwell and how her ASC team adapted to DEXTER in the OR
Dr. Asha Bhalwal, UTHealth Houston - why DEXTER is the right-sized solution.
Dr. Erica Stockwell and her learning curve with DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System
Dr. Erica Stockwell and her first cases with DEXTER
Dr. Asha Bhalwal shares her learning curve with DEXTER
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System?
- The DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System is developed by Distalmotion, based in Switzerland.
- What type of robot is the DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System?
- The DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System is a Surgical / Medical robot made by Distalmotion.
- How much does the DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System cost?
- Pricing for the DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System is not publicly listed — contact Distalmotion for a quote.
- When was the DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System launched?
- The DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System was launched in 2012.
- What are the key specifications of the DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System?
- Key specifications of the DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System: procedures laparoscopy, dof / arm 2, imaging compat. 3D endoscopy, fda year true, ce mark year true.
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