Humanoid Robots Perform First Robotic Surgeries on Pigs

Surgeons at UC San Diego have successfully utilized humanoid robots to perform surgical procedures for the first time, removing gallbladders in two separate operations on pigs. This development represents a significant advancement in the field of robotic surgery and serves as a crucial precursor to potential human clinical trials.

The procedures took place on July 10, 2026. The use of humanoid robots in this context demonstrates a new frontier in the integration of artificial intelligence and advanced robotics into complex medical interventions. While these initial surgeries were conducted on animal subjects, the successful execution is viewed as a key step toward validating the technology for use in humans.