NSW milestone
On Thursday 15 January 2026, Dr Raji Kooner successfully completed NSW's first pure Single Port robotic prostate procedure, using a true single-incision technique without additional assisting ports. While some centres describe their technique as "single port", many still use additional access ports; this procedure represents a true pure Single Port approach. The milestone was achieved with advanced training and mentorship from Dr Ryan Nelson (USA), an internationally recognised leader in Single Port robotic surgery.28,29
Where the system is installed
Australia's first da Vinci SP system was installed at Epworth Hospital (Victoria) in November 2025.30 St Vincent's Private Hospital (Sydney) is the first hospital in NSW to install the da Vinci SP system, and is the site where Dr Kooner offers Single Port robotic surgery for prostate and kidney conditions.31,32
Multiport, SP, laparoscopic, and open surgery
Dr Kooner continues to offer the full spectrum of modern urological cancer surgery, including multiport robotic (da Vinci Xi), SP robotic, laparoscopic, and open approaches. The recommendation in any individual case is based on the specific cancer, the patient's anatomy and medical history, and the patient's own priorities, not on the availability of a particular platform.
Professional summary
Dr Raji Kooner is a urological surgeon (MBBS Hons, FRACS Urology) with extensive experience in robotic and minimally invasive urology. Consulting locations include St Vincent's Private Hospital Darlinghurst, the Mater Hospital North Sydney, and Bowral.
Citations 28 to 32 are listed on the Evidence page.