DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System
Built by Distalmotion · Switzerland· Launched 2012
#11 of 39 ranked Surgical / Medical robots (96 listed)
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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
RoboScore
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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
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At a glance
Specifications
From the makerCheckedEstimated- Laparoscopy
- 3D endoscopy
- True
- True
- 2
More joints than 0% of 27 Surgical / Medical robots with this spec
Company profile
- Recorded funding
- US$240M· 2 rounds
- Founded
- around 2012
Detailed specifications
What it is built for1
- surgical assistant
Sensing & perception4
- Camera Count
- 1
- rgb
- 3D Endoscopic Camera
- Yes
Controls & integration1
- Dexter L6 System
Safety & certification1
- CE marking
Buying & support1
- Deployment Count
- 2000
Other details3
- Title
- SurgicalMedicalRobotExtraction
- $Schema
- View Link
- Teleoperation Supported
- Yes
Who uses it
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Company milestones(estimated)
- Nov 2025FundingSeries G financing
- 2025DeploymentFirst US sale and delivery to Memorial Hermann
- Jun 2025DeploymentFirst multi-robot sale in the US to AdventHealth
- Jun 2025PartnershipAdventHealth selects DEXTER for outpatient minimally invasive surgery
- 2022LaunchDEXTER clinical and commercial use
- 2012MilestoneCompany founded
- Not yet on fileLaunchFDA De Novo authorization for DEXTER in the US
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- Compare DEXTER® Robotic Surgery System with HAL FOR MEDICAL USE LOWER LIMB TYPERoboScore 67.3
Distalmotion in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
- Oct 26Distalmotion secures up to USD 70 million term loan
- Oct 21Distalmotion Secures Up to $70 Million Term Loan Facility from Perceptive Advisors to Accelerate US ASC Expansion
- Aug 13Distalmotion receives FDA 510(k) clearance for Dexter robotic system
Distalmotion in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
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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, moving joints per arm 2, imaging compat. 3D endoscopy, fda year true, ce mark year true.
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