• New! Dr. Kella was one of two surgeons invited by Intuitive Surgical to perform a robotic prostatectomy that was broadcast live to hundreds of urologists on the exhibit floor at the American Urological Association's 2010 Annual Meeting.
• In 2009, Dr. Kella performed 330 robot-assisted procedures, more than any other urologist in Texas. Each week he completes 6-10 robotic cases, making him one of the top ten highest volume robotic prostatectomy surgeons in the U.S.
• Dr Kella was featured in NSIDE MD magazine's October 2007 issue. Read the article.
• In 2004, Dr. Kella performed the first robotic prostate surgery in South Texas.
• He co-authored the book chapter "Robotic Radical Prostatectomy" in the medical reference Atlas of the Prostate, third edition.

• Robotic surgery now fastest growing treatment for prostate cancer
• Robotic technology speeds up recovery for surgical procedure
• Medical Breakthrough: Robotic Prostate Surgery on YouTube
• Technology lends a helping hand

• Steve's Story via daVinci Stories.com
• Robot's Saving Lives : One Man's Story
• Patient dubs surgeon "Saint Kella"
• Corpus Christi man selects robot for prostate surgery
• Jerry's Story on YouTube
• A humbling experience: two months after surgery for prostate cancer, Kerr County man is back riding his bike

"Dr. Kella, you were recognized by the nursing staff for the great care you give our patients. [survey report enlosed] Thank you so much. They said you always call in and check on them, even when you aren't on call. It's great to work with you. Thank you."
- Becky Lomas, Nurse Supervisor at St. Luke's Baptist Hospital
July 2010

"Dr. Kella, On behalf of myself, my family and frieds, I would like to thank you so much for my recent surgery you performed on me. You and your staff did such a great job that my recovery has been a breeze. I was very impressed with St. Luke's Hospital personnel also. It made my stay a pleasant one. The combination of a good doctor and a hospital, you can only expect high expectations. We are very pleased with the outcome. [...] Keep up the good work. I already talked to a lot of people about you."
- Ricardo from Freer, TX July 2010

"Dear Dr. Kella, I'm writing to say "thank you" for your excellence and care for my surgery [a few weeks ago]. I am grateful for you, your team, and for your office. From now on, rarely will there be a day that I will not stop to pray for you as you operate and see patients. I look forward to my 3-month follow-up visit with you. May God bless you in every way."
- Hal from Dallas, TX, July 2010

"Dr. Kella, this is a slightly overdue thanks for the surgery you performed on me. [...] In particular, I thank you for not only the excellent service that you provided at the time of the surgery, but I am also thankful for the dedication you have brought to your study and preparation and for your pursuit of excellence. I and many others have benefited from your efforts. My impression is that you enjoy your work and I hope that you continue to enjoy it. [...] God bless.
- Fred, March 2010

"Dr. Kella, Jorge, Peggy and other staff, my sincere thanks is expressed for your outstanding service and caring - your professionalism is greatly appreciated. Jorge [medical assistant], you were so helpful the day I brought my FMLA paper by - you took the time to address my needs, thanks. Peggy [surgery scheduler], you always returned my phone calls and took time in working things out. Thanks so much for adjusting my post-op appointment - bless you. Dr. Kella, your patient education is worthy of the Nobel Peace Prize ... the advanced education before, during and after tells me how much you care and the value-added person you are. By the way, your surgery skills are considered a gift of Christ by me!"
- Terry, patient, January 2010

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