Maureen Sampson
This patient story appeared in the "Finest Hospitals" section of the December 2011 issue of Chicago Magazine.
For years, Maureen Sampson of Chicago’s Rogers Park neighborhood worried about her health. The 50-year-old mother of four suffered from a gastrointestinal disorder that has been found to act as a precursor to more serious— sometimes deadly—emergency conditions. Her symptoms would flair up on occasion, without warning, and often kept her from work and daily life. But what truly impacted her life was the ever-present knowledge and fear that her condition could worsen at any time.
After a particularly severe bout of symptoms in July 2011, Maureen’s physician referred her to the robotic-assisted surgery program at Swedish Covenant Hospital in Chicago. Her surgeon, Dr. Steven Kim, recommended a bowel resection using the latest robotic surgery technology. Maureen didn’t hesitate after learning that she could recover in a matter of weeks versus months compared to a conventional surgery, and that she would have a chance of putting this condition—and her fear—behind her for good.
Just a month after her surgery, Maureen was back at work, back to daily life with her family, and finally feeling at ease about her health. Maureen is just one of hundreds of patients who have benefited from the knowledge and skill of the robotic-assisted surgical team at Swedish Covenant Hospital. These surgeons are committed to offering patients the safest, most effective treatment options available using the latest da Vinci Si HD robotic surgical system.
The small incisions and precise movements used in minimally invasive, robotic-assisted procedures reduce the negative impacts of surgery, allowing for a speedier recovery and less pain, risk of infection, and scarring. Surgeons at Swedish Covenant Hospital use this technology to treat a variety of conditions, including stomach, gastric, and pancreatic disorders and cancers; gallbladder disease; and many urologic and gynecologic conditions.
The expertise of Swedish Covenant Hospital’s robotically trained surgeons is a reflection of the high-quality care provided by physicians and staff throughout the hospital.
To learn more about Dr. Steven Kim, please check out his profile page or call his office at 773-275-4496.
