Dr Raji Kooner — Over 3,000 Robotic Procedures to 2026

Patient recovering after single port robotic prostate surgery

Milestone

First Pure Single Port Robotic Procedure in NSW

Dr Raji Kooner successfully completed the first pure single port robotic procedure in NSW — a true single-incision approach without any assisting ports — with support from Dr Ryan Nelson (USA).

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Last week, Dr Raji Kooner successfully completed the first pure single port robotic procedure in NSW using a true single-incision approach, without the addition of any assisting ports.

The patient's post-operative recovery was uneventful, with excellent early clinical outcomes and minimal discomfort, reflecting the benefits of this next-generation minimally invasive technique.

This milestone procedure was performed with the support and training of Dr Ryan Nelson (USA), an internationally recognised leader in single port robotic surgery.

Patient progressing well 6 days after single port robotic surgery

Dr Raji Kooner with Dr Ryan Nelson after completing single port robotic surgery

While some surgeons describe their technique as "single port," many still introduce an additional assisting port. In contrast, this case represents a true pure single port procedure, performed entirely through a single small incision.

By introducing this advanced approach into Australia, Dr Kooner continues to lead innovation in robotic prostate surgery.

Dr Raji Kooner with Olympus recognition document for 50+ iTind procedures at the Mater Hospital

Leadership

Mater Hospital Leading APAC in iTind

Dr Raji Kooner is Head of Urology at the Mater Hospital in North Sydney, where he also holds consulting rooms. Under his leadership, the Mater Hospital has performed the largest number of iTind procedures in the Asia-Pacific region.

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Dr Raji Kooner serves as Head of Urology at the Mater Hospital, North Sydney. His consulting rooms are based at the hospital, giving patients direct on-site access to specialist urological assessment, minimally invasive treatment, and post-operative follow-up.

Under his leadership, the Mater Hospital has performed the largest number of iTind procedures of any centre in the Asia-Pacific region — a milestone recognised by Olympus, the manufacturer of the iTind device.

iTind device expanded, shown on a sterile drape in the sterilisation tray at the Mater Hospital

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Over 3000 robotic procedures performed. Pioneering minimally invasive prostate surgery in Australia.

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First pure single port robotic procedure in NSW. Next-generation minimally invasive technique through a single small incision.

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Recognition

APAC's Highest iTind Implanter — Over 50 Procedures

Olympus Australia & New Zealand has recognised Dr Kooner for completing the most iTind procedures in the Asia-Pacific region to date.

We're proud to share that Olympus Australia & New Zealand has recognised Dr Raji Kooner for completing greater than 50 iTind procedures — the most in the Asia-Pacific region to date.

Training

Hands-On Single-Port Training at Intuitive HQ, California

Dr Kooner completed a one-on-one laboratory training program on the new single port system at Intuitive Surgical's headquarters in Sunnyvale, California.

Dr Raji Kooner completed a one-on-one laboratory training program on the new single port system. This advanced approach enables surgery through a single small incision, aiming to reduce discomfort, speed recovery, and improve cosmetic outcomes.

By bringing these techniques home, Dr Kooner continues to offer Australian patients access to leading-edge, minimally invasive prostate cancer care.

Dr Kooner and OR team with the da Vinci single port robotic system

Innovation

Pioneering Single Port Robotic Surgery in Australia

Dr Kooner is one of the first surgeons in Australia to introduce the single port robotic system, offering patients a procedure through a single small incision.

Dr Raji Kooner is one of the first surgeons in Australia to introduce the single port robotic system for prostate surgery. This advanced approach allows the procedure to be performed through a single small incision, with the aim of reducing discomfort, speeding recovery, and improving cosmetic outcomes.

Dr Kooner undertook specialised training in San Francisco, USA, working alongside internationally recognised experts in robotic surgery. By incorporating these techniques into his practice, he is able to offer patients access to the latest developments in minimally invasive prostate cancer treatment.

Dr Kooner reunites with NSW's first robotic prostate surgery patient

Milestone

A Historic Milestone in Australian Robotic Surgery

Mr. Langford, New South Wales' first robotic prostate surgery patient, reunites with Dr. Raji Kooner years after their groundbreaking operation.

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Mr. Langford, New South Wales' first robotic prostate surgery patient, reunites with Dr. Raji Kooner — his pioneering surgeon — years after their groundbreaking operation.

Transperineal prostate biopsy with MRI fusion targeting

Procedure

Transperineal Prostate Biopsy — MRI Fusion

Dr Raji Kooner explains transperineal biopsies and their application in diagnosing prostate cancer with MRI fusion technology.

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