# US surgeon removes prostate remotely in first telerobotic operation

A doctor in the United States has performed the country's first telerobotic surgery, removing a patient's prostate from about 35 miles away. The procedure marks a milestone for remote robotic medicine, which could expand access to specialist care for patients in underserved areas. It also raises questions about licensing, liability and safety standards as such operations spread.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/oct/27/first-telerobotic-surgery) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:54:45 GMT