NewsFox 13 News (WTVT) — Local NewsAugust 21, 2026Hillsborough
BayCare surgeons perform region's first robotic-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy
Surgeons at BayCare Medical Group have completed the first robotic-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy in West Central Florida. This procedure allows for both tissue removal and breast reconstruction to be performed during a single surgery.
Read the full story at Fox 13 News (WTVT) — Local NewsWhy It Matters
Patients in West Central Florida now have access to a new, surgical option for and reconstruction procedures.
Key Facts
- BayCare Medical Group performed the first robotic-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy in West Central Florida.
- The procedure combines tissue removal and reconstruction into one surgery.
- The surgery is described as a minimally invasive option for patients.
Who's Mentioned
locationWest Central Florida“The region where the surgery took place.”organizationBayCare Medical Group“The health system performing the procedure.”personKim Kirtley“The first local patient to undergo the procedure.”locationTampa Bay“The region where the procedure was performed.”locationSt. Joseph’s Hospitals“The hospital where the breast surgery program is based.”personRobert Gabordi“Breast surgical oncologist who performed the first procedure.”