During the Women in da Vinci Surgery Symposium, we asked doctors what inspired them to join a community of female surgeons and pulmonologists. On the support they found and the connections they made, in their own words: “Sisterhood. I’m learning from these women and how they navigated challenging situations. My husband's an interventional radiologist. He's a male. He’s 6’2” and has a different presence than I have as a 5’2” female with big bushy hair. I can talk to him, but I feel like I could connect on this level and get more meaningful advice from some of these women. I truly see it being a sisterhood with the women I've met here today.”—Samantha Baah, MD,FCCP “Being able to grow my relationships within this community helps make the whole world of surgery much more friendly. It allows me to constantly challenge myself and to reach out to others and to share experiences. It just makes my practice that much better, stronger, and more rewarding.” —Seung Gwon, M.D., F.A.C.S. “What motivates me to work through challenges is my daughter, who is almost three years old. It’s terrifying and saddening to me that when she grows up, she might not get great gynecological care. If there’s a single thing I can do to make that not be the case—sharing a social post, a video, a proctorship, a talk at a conference, anything—I would do anything on this planet if it means her getting better care.” —Olga Muldoon, MD
“Pride Month is a time to celebrate and honor the courage of those who came before us,” says Kristofer O'Brien, director, Leadership Development and co-chair of PRIDE at Intuitive, our Employee Resource Group for LGBTQ+ employees and allies. “It's a time to remember the Stonewall riots and the activists who fought for LGBTQ+ rights. It’s also about creating a supportive and safe path forward for all members of the community—a time to come together and show solidarity, love, and acceptance for all.” This Pride Month, Intuitive is honored to celebrate our LGBTQ+ employees around the world. "This is certainly time to acknowledge and appreciate how far our community has come and find ways to celebrate that," says Jackson Sugg, Commercial Learning manager, Ion and PRIDE co-chair. “But it’s also a time to remind myself how far I personally have come with the help of my friends, family, and community. There was a time in my life where it was extremely hard for me to simply say the word ‘gay’ because of the teasing and fear I lived with for so long. Pride for me is knowing I’ve now found a voice and want to help any others struggling to find theirs as well. I am so glad to be proud not only this month, but all year round.” As we commemorate Pride Month, we join members of PRIDE and employees across the company as we honor the past, celebrate progress, and recommit ourselves to championing a diverse and inclusive Intuitive where everyone can thrive.
Intuitive has been named a Best Company to Work For by U.S. News. This recognition is especially meaningful because it reflects the culture we’re building together. This is a place where every voice is heard, where growth is paramount, and where we’re pushing boundaries to shape the future of healthcare. If you are looking to innovate and challenge yourself every day, join us: https://lnkd.in/e37tN_3p #WeAreIntuitive
Intuitive is incredibly proud to celebrate Memorial Day and Military Appreciation Month. As we honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice, we express our gratitude and admiration for those who have served our country. We’re especially proud of the members of VETS, our Employee Resource Group that supports and provides an essential community for military veterans and allies across the company. We asked members of VETS to reflect on what Memorial Day means to them. Josh Michael, VETS Development Lead and da Vinci clinical sales associate, says: “It’s a day where the entire country gets to stop and honor and cherish my friends and other veterans’ friends that have paid the ultimate sacrifice for us to celebrate the freedoms we have today.” “When I think about Memorial Day,” says William Cambardella, VETS Co-Chair and Federal Government relations lead, “I remember that we are standing on the shoulders of giants.” What does Memorial Day mean to you? #WeAreIntuitive
When a scan uncovers a suspicious lung nodule, no one wants to wait for answers. Discover how Ion is helping doctors get early answers, accelerating the patient journey from concern to care. https://lnkd.in/ezhsvdBi
Da Vinci 5 is our most advanced and integrated robotic surgery system—ever. It’s also the culmination of years of collaborative and innovative work by our employees. Engineers on our Multiport team designed, developed, and built every new feature of da Vinci 5 with surgeons at the forefront. Learn more about the Multiport team behind da Vinci 5—and how to join them. #WeAreIntuitive
“I was a shy girl,” says Hazel Wing, PHR, ACC. “It took me a while to find my voice.” Hazel is sharing her story after a decade at Intuitive, growing her career in various HR roles. Born in the Philippines, Hazel immigrated to the United States in elementary school, where she quickly learned the feeling of being different. “I wanted so much to belong,” she says. Hazel did everything she could to fit into her new American life—but something was lost along the way. Over the years, as she became a mom of two, Hazel has found her voice, and she's proud of where she comes from. “I tell my kids ‘Be kind to yourself, be kind to others, and you’ll be OK.’ And I think that’s true for everybody. That’s my belief, and that’s my hope.” Join Hazel and a global team of passionate employees shaping the future of healthcare: https://lnkd.in/eN_xKu7p #WeAreIntuitive
“Having people that can push you and you push them, people that are open-minded, makes all the difference.” Field Services Manager Daniel Castro has been with Intuitive for more than 16 years and says that his time here has allowed him to grow in ways he didn’t think possible. Watch Daniel describe his incredible journey—as the son of Mexican immigrants to the Airforce to Intuitive—in this video. Want to start your own journey with Intuitive? Start here: https://lnkd.in/eA7bCPAz hashtag#WeAreIntuitive
When does your work become more than a job? For many of us at Intuitive, it’s the moment that we or someone we love needs minimally invasive care—when the impact we hope to make on patients around the world reaches our own lives. For Clinical Sales Manager Sascha Gerber, that moment came when his wife Kelsey had a mass in her chest that threatened her heart. She needed da Vinci surgery to remove it. After a successful procedure, Kelsey was able to get back to life: exploring North Carolina with their three children. Sascha—who has spent more than a decade working with surgeons to bring da Vinci technology to patients—felt a new sense of pride and gratitude for the work he does every day. “Being on the other side of it as a family member of a patient gave me a whole new perspective of what we do here at Intuitive,” Sascha says. “My belief in what we do for surgeons and patients has been invigorated.” Sascha has dedicated himself to others since the beginning of his career. He joined the U.S. Army to “fulfill a family legacy and give back to the people of this country.” Serving in the Medical Service Corp., he became a detachment commander and oversaw medical evacuations of 3 helicopters and 25 soldiers in Afghanistan. “Everyone came home,” he says. “It was a tremendous accomplishment.” Like so many of us, for Sascha working at Intuitive is an opportunity to be part of a company that makes a real difference in people’s lives.
We’re excited to announce that Intuitive has been named one of Glassdoor’s Best-Led Companies. Based on feedback from our own employees, this recognition honors organizations for their exceptional leadership. Our team in Europe was also recognized as a kununu Top Company 2024, which places us in the top 5% of companies to work for in Germany, Switzerland, and Austria. “These recent honors reflect the thoughtful, results-focused, and mission-driven leaders and employees that have brought Intuitive to this moment,” said Cheryl Doggett, VP, Global Talent Management. “At Intuitive, everyone leads; no one is a bystander. Together, we challenge ourselves to be curious, collaborative, and creative as we build innovative technology that is shaping the future of healthcare.” We’re so grateful to our team around the world for their passion and commitment. If you are looking to lead with purpose, join us: https://lnkd.in/eBJHBN7D #WeAreIntuitive
