
In this compelling talk, Dr. Nicole Basa takes us on a journey through the history of surgery—from its early, invasive beginnings to today's cutting-edge robotic innovations. She explores how minimally invasive techniques are revolutionizing patient care, reducing recovery times, and reshaping the future of medicine. With a unique perspective as both a pioneer and educator in the field, Dr. Basa shows us just how far surgery has come—and where it's headed next. A pioneer in robotic bariatric surgery, Dr. Nicole Basa performed Central Texas' first fully robotic Roux-en-Y gastric bypass in 2010. As Medical Director of the Comprehensive Center of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery at Cedar Park Regional Medical Center and a national robotic surgery trainer for Intuitive Surgical, she is shaping the future of metabolic and weight-loss procedures.
Co-founder of B+A Medical Center alongside her husband, Dr. Basa leads a comprehensive surgical and aesthetics practice dedicated to transformative patient care. Recognized as a Top Doctor in Austin Monthly for 13 consecutive years, she combines innovation, education, and compassion to redefine what's possible in surgery. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at