Hernia surgery
David is involved in research in relation to long term outcomes in hernia surgery. He has spoken internationally on hernia surgery, and is a member of the education subcommittee of the Australian and New Zealand Hernia Society. He hosts clinical immersions in hernia surgery where surgeons from New Zealand and Australia travel to Ormiston Hospital to observe hernia operations being performed by David.
Franklin robot a first for New Zealand
Franklin Times, June 26, 2025
A new surgical robot is now operational at Franklin Hospital. It’s the first facility in the country to have an operational Hugo RAS robot on site… David Moss performed the inaugural surgery on May 7, a robotic-assisted left inguinal hernia repair using the Hugo surgical robot. Read more
“The improved optics and increased dexterity that Hugo offers over laparoscopic techniques will benefit patients and offer them quicker recovery from their surgery, particularly in more complex cases – David Moss.”
Hugo used to perform a surgery while draped in sterile covers. (Photo: Franklin Hospital)
Do you have any questions? Email pa@davidmosssurgery.co.nz.