Intuitive Surgical overview
Intuitive Surgical is the dominant company in robotic-assisted surgery and one of the most commercially successful robotic-arm companies in any sector. Its da Vinci systems use multiple robotic arms controlled by surgeons to perform minimally invasive procedures.
Company fact | Detail |
Founded | 1995 |
Country | United States |
Address | 1020 Kifer Road, Sunnyvale, CA 94086 |
Employees | Approx. 14,000+ globally |
Specializes in | Surgical robotic systems, robotic-assisted minimally invasive surgery and medical robotic arms |
Products | da Vinci Xi, da Vinci X, da Vinci SP, da Vinci 5, Ion endoluminal system, surgical instruments |
Typical projects | da Vinci surgical robotics, hospital robotic surgery programs, minimally invasive urology, gynecology, general surgery and thoracic procedures |
Management and ownership | Intuitive Surgical is publicly listed in the United States. CEO: Gary Guthart. Ownership is public-market based with institutional shareholders. |
Website: www.intuitive.com
Intuitive Surgical review summary
Intuitive Surgical makes the da Vinci Surgical System, the most widely used robot for minimally invasive surgery. Founded in 1995 and based in Sunnyvale, California, it reported revenue of USD 10.1 billion and net income of USD 2.86 billion for 2025. This profile sets out its history, figures, leadership and listing.
Verified key facts from the review
Fact | Detail |
Company | Intuitive Surgical, Inc. |
Founded | 1995 |
Headquarters | Sunnyvale, California, USA |
Employees | 17,021 in 2025 |
Revenue | USD 10.1 billion, 2025 |
Net income | USD 2.86 billion, 2025 |
Stock listing | Nasdaq: ISRG |
Chief Executive Officer | Dave Rosa |
Chairman | Gary S. Guthart |
Strengths
A large installed base that produces recurring income.
Very high profitability.
More than two decades of clinical use.
Challenges
New competitors in soft tissue surgical robots.
Scrutiny of the cost of robotic surgery.
Read the full review: Intuitive Surgical Company Profile: History, Financials, Leadership and Stock
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